Philippe Cicchini

Philippe Cicchini earned a high school diploma from De La Salle Collegiate High School, a bachelor's degree from Wayne State University in 1999, and a law degree from Wayne State University Law School in 2006. Cicchini's career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am running for Michigan State Senate as an independent because voters deserve representatives who are accountable to their communities, not to party leadership or outside interests. Too often, partisanship and national politics override the real needs of Michigan families.

I grew up in Fraser, earned my degrees at Wayne State University, and now live in Troy with my wife and our two daughters. I am a consumer advocate and have been active in my community, including service on the City of Fraser’s Assessing Board of Review, the City of Troy’s Global Advisory Committee, volunteering with various nonprofit organizations, and proudly serving with my children’s school PTO. My background and professional experience have given me firsthand insight into how public policy affects real people and why thoughtful, principled decision-making matters.

As an independent candidate, I qualified for the ballot by collecting more than 1,500 voter signatures through direct, in-person outreach across the district. In speaking with voters from every political background, I consistently heard frustration with partisan gridlock and a desire for leaders who are practical, independent, and willing to put people ahead of party.

If elected, I would focus on responsible governance, constitutional principles, equal application of the law, and restoring trust in state government through transparency, accountability, and respect for the dignity of every constituent.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Michigan’s schools face serious challenges. Student performance shows we are falling behind, and low early-career pay makes it harder to attract and retain talented educators. Strong schools require real investment in students and teachers.

At the same time, families know their children best. I’ve seen education from multiple perspectives—growing up in a private school environment and now raising children in Michigan’s public schools—which has shown me that one system does not fit every child.

We should explore limited financial relief, such as tax credits or deductions, for families who educate their children outside the public system, while continuing to strengthen public education as the foundation of opportunity in Michigan.Decisions involving pregnancy are among the most personal choices a family can face, often made during moments of stress or uncertainty. Turning those moments into criminal matters does not strengthen families or improve outcomes—it adds fear and instability when support is needed most.

Public policy should focus on helping families access essential and accurate information, medical care, and practical support so they can make decisions responsibly and privately. Government should protect family autonomy, health, and dignity—and approach these deeply personal moments with compassion, not punishment. Better options lead to better outcomes.Gun ownership is a constitutional right and part of daily life, tradition, and personal responsibility for many families. Any serious public safety policy must respect that reality while acknowledging that not all firearms or situations carry the same level of risk. We can reduce violence without targeting law-abiding citizens by focusing on practical, evidence-based steps: keeping guns out of the hands of people with a demonstrated history of violence, enforcing red-flag laws with strong due-process protections, improving background check systems, and supporting voluntary buy-back programs. This approach balances individual rights with public safety without ideological extremes. Gun policy works best when it's guided by common sense.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am most passionate about policies that directly affect families’ daily lives and long-term stability. That includes strengthening education, improving economic opportunities, protecting personal liberty and family decision-making, and restoring trust in government through transparency and accountability. I care deeply about responsible stewardship of Michigan’s natural resources and practical approaches to public safety that respect constitutional rights. I place a high value on facts, data, and real-world outcomes, because public policy should be guided by evidence and measured by whether it actually improves people’s lives—not by ideology, party pressure, or political slogans.