Mike Mrowicki

Mrowicki was a Child Care Worker for Putney Day Care from 1983 to 1985. He then worked as a Landscaper/Groundskeeper for Putney School from 1989 to 1999. He has worked for Vermont-Timbre.com as a Musician since 1972. He has also worked as Executive Director of Putney Family Services since 1999.

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

Pushing back against the Trump Regime (especially re: Women's Health & Safety)

Common Sense Gun Reforms

Fighting for Economic, Environmental and Racial/Social Justice

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Justice and Human Services- The shrinking middle class from income disparity is undermining our values of Equality and Justice. With an aging population and many other slipping through the cracks in the social safety net, we will be defined by how we value all Americans, not just a select few.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My grandfather.

He was an immigrant from a farm in Poland, after WW1, came to this country, worked hard, raise d family, loved his country and reminded us that we are in this together, and that freedom comes with responsibilities to others.

His legacy was hope and I hope to carry it forward.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Film- Antonia's Line

Book- Nobody's Fool, by Richard Russo

Essay- Moral Politics by George Lakoff

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Hard work, hope, and a sense of justice and inclusion.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

See above

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

In a representative democracy, a Representative is a conduit for the voices of constituents to the statehouse . Leading starts with listening.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A more just nation and world.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

JFK Election

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Lawn mowing at age 10 ...Dishwasher at 14 y.o, . Lasted one summer

What happened on your most awkward date?

Whatever happened is private and not revealed in such an inane question.

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

Thanksgiving.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Hagrid

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

Not so concerned with "things". The best things in life, aren't things.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Bach's Cello Suite in G by Yo Yo Ma

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Dealing with inconsequential surveys like this.

Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?

The House has to listen to constituents .

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience matters if it's used well, for the benefit of others.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Climate action.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

Mutual respect.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes.

Relationships that build trust reflect the reality of constituents who have to work together to better their lives.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Respecting population and contiguous , common sense borders.

If you are a current legislator, what appealed to you about your current committees?

Human services, helping others.

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

No

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Abraham Lincoln

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

No

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

My grandfather's immigration story.