Candidate Profile: Nick Rowley For Oakland County Commissioner

Nick Rowley, a Oak Park resident is running for Oakland County Commissioner District 18.

Age: 44
Party affiliation: Green Party
Family:Mostly in the UK, some in New England, a couple of distant cousins who have occupied the Oval Office.
Occupation:Theatre Artist (33 years), Event Creator (26 years), Teacher (23 years), Data Analyst (15 years)
Previous elected experience:None although I have worked on several successful campaigns for others on both sides o& th3 Atlantic
Family members in government:Aside from the aforementioned distant cousins, not really.
Campaign website: https://www.facebook.com/Nick-...

The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.
As with everywhere we need to address the fact that so many of our citizens are not granted the opportunity or freedoms that others are. Let’s fix that by changing policies and introducing new ones that encourage an even playing field.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I’m a genuinely left wing candidate which means I’m far more practical and people focused than the other candidates who are more right leaning.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
My entire career has been about building consensus and bringing people together in ways that benefit all involved.

What steps should state government take to bolster economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic for local businesses?
Institute a UBI, the better supported people are, the better the economy will become.

How will you address the calls for racial justice and police reform?
By listening to the people and instituting solutions that are citizen-centric

List other issues that define your campaign platform:
Water stability
Combating Homelessness and endangered housing
Connection to the community from the person elected to represent them.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
If elected I pledge to hold weekly live townhalls where community voices will be heard and issues will be discussed and ascertained.