Sean Weiss

Sean Weiss was born in Plantation, Florida. His professional experience includes working as a partner and chief compliance officer of a healthcare consultancy. Weiss has been affiliated with the American Health Lawyers Association, the Medical Group Management Association, the National Society of Healthcare Business Consultants, the Healthcare Compliance Association, the American Academy of Professional Coders, and the National Alliance of Medical Auditing Specialists.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am not a career politician, I am a husband, father, papa but most important, I’m a concerned American who can no longer sit on the sidelines and watch our country implode from a lack of leadership on both sides by those, we the people elected to carry out the will of the people!

I have dedicated more than 25 years to a career in healthcare. I’m an accomplished regulatory compliance and management professional with extensive knowledge of the inner workings of government agencies at both the federal and state level, including the Office of Inspector General, Department of Justice and The United States Attorney’s Office.

I have represented the voice of healthcare providers, medical societies, and health systems on key legislative issues with members of Congress and other government agencies.

Over my career I held senior level positions with some of the industry’s largest and most respected healthcare organizations, helping these organizations secure financial stability and growth by streamlining operations and compliance systems. Sean is an active member in good standing with The American Health Lawyers Association, Health Care Compliance Association, The American Academy of Professional Coders and the National Society of Certified Healthcare Business Consultants.

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?

We must address the socioeconomic divide that exists in this country and ensure that we help those in lower income areas break the cycle that prevents them from moving forward.We must address the broken healthcare system in our country. It is the right of all Americans to have access to quality, affordable healthcare. We have to fix Medicaid and Medicare, and the Veterans AdministrationWe must secure our borders. We must have immigration reform that works. We can fix this issue if we close the political gap that exists and return to the days of civility.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare, Socioeconomic issues, Education, Immigration, Supply Chain issues, Mandatory Mandates and inflation

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

My grandfather is my hero because he taught me that a man is only as good as his word, and your word is all you have in this life. He put family first and never compromised his integrity.

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

Ronald Reagan - A Life in Letters

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

Business experience, written and verbal communication skills, honesty, integrity, civility, and appreciation for all people and their opinions.

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

Honesty, Integrity, Business Professional, Compassionate, Ability to empathize and sympathize with people.

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

To uphold the Constitution and to carry out the will of the people that elected them!

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want people to look at the time I dedicated to service on behalf of the people that put me in office and they say, "That is a man of his word and who fought for the people of his district and for the State of Georgia. He put the people first, not what was politically expedient or what was best for him personally."

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

Ronald Reagan telling Gorbachev "Tear down this wall"

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

I worked for an Italian Restaurant for 3-years

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Great Gatsby

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

Iron Man! Tony Stark found his way from worrying about money to worrying about humanity.

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

I came in like a wrecking ball... It is my 4-year old granddaughters favorite song.

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

Watching our great nation go from leading to being a follower!

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

"Through legislative debate and compromise, the U.S. Congress makes laws that influence our daily lives. It holds hearings to inform the legislative process, conducts investigations to oversee the executive branch, and serves as the voice of the people and the states in the federal government". This means that it must work for the people and not for the few in power. We have to flush out the waste in DC!

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

I believe non-politicians who are career business people are what is needed in DC to move things along. Those who have a proven tract record of success in the private sector are best positioned to understand what is needed in the private sectors of business. Those who do not have a political agenda and want to put Americans first is what is needed in a representative.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Regaining the respect of the rest of the world and being taken serious. We no longer produce or we produce very few essential products in our country and as such we are beholden to countries that despise us. We are dependent on OPEC for Oil when we have some of the greatest reserves right here in our country. Education is a problem that has to be addressed. Kids no longer want to learn and we are failing them. We must hold educators accountable and ensure regardless of where a child lives that they get the education they deserve. The healthcare system is completely broken and we need to allow the voice of the people to be heard. We have to overhaul the Veterans Administration, those who sacrificed all are without proper care and without food and shelter and that can never happen to our proud vets!

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Oversight and Reform, Small Businesses, Veterans Affairs, Ways and Means, Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth, Agriculture, Armed Services, Education and Labor, Ethics, Foreign Affairs, Homeland Security, Rules

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

I believe that 2-3 Terms is what is appropriate for a representative.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I believe there should be term limits. If they are good enough for the President of The United States, then they should apply to the Senate and House. The politicians that have been there for 20, 30 or 40 years is egregious. They got rich off of the American people who saw their wages decrease, their medical benefits disappear and the life savings erode.

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

Trey Gowdy

Both sitting representatives 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?

The stories that you hear from politicians are often embellished and void of truths and facts. I see things first hand, such as people helping each other when in need regardless of the color of their skin or political affiliation. I engage in discussions with people daily about their concerns and while we may not always see eye to eye we are civil and we can walk away with a mutual respect for each other's positions.

Tell us your favorite joke.

If you are in North American when you are in your living room, what are you when you are in the restroom (European_. What are you when you are done (Finnish). What are you when you are trying to get to the restroom (Russian).

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

We have lost civility in DC and in politics in general. You have to close the political gap and return to the days of working across party lines and compromising in order to get things done on behalf of the people who put leaders in positions of power.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

I would work diligently to work to create bills that are in-line with what the people of my district elected me to do. I would sponsor or co-sponsor bills that would be impactful to Georgia and help to reduce some of the burdens we are dealing with economically, socially and politically.

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