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Michelle Hsiao Au

DEMOCRAT

Michelle Hsiao Au is running for Georgia State Representative, District 50, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Michelle Hsiao Au received a bachelor's degree from Wellesley College, a medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and a Master of Public Health from Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health. She and her husband have three children.

Professional background

Michelle is an anesthesiologist. She works at a hospital in Atlanta, where she provides anesthesia care. She previously worked as a pediatric resident and an anesthesiology resident at Columbia University Medical Center.

Political background

Michelle is currently a member of the Georgia House of Representatives representing District 50. She was elected in 2022 and has served one term. She previously served as a Democratic member of the Georgia State Senate for District 48 from 2021 to 2022.

Economy

Wants to help small businesses with taxes, health care costs, and worker training.

Wants to raise the minimum wage.

Supports child tax credit laws.

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Energy & the Environment

As of March 11, 2026, Michelle Hsiao Au’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Healthcare

Supports abortion access.

Aims to lower prescription drug costs, enhance family medical leave, and make sure patients have greater consumer protections.

Believes Medicaid should be expanded.

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Voting & Elections

Advocates for the protection and expansion of the right to vote, including same-day registration, automatic voter registration, and additional polling and ballot box locations.

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Public Safety

Supports policies that limit access to guns.

Supports investing in crime deterrence programs that address mental health issues and poverty.

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Education

Supports fully funding public education from Pre-K through 12th grade, eliminating school vouchers, and greater investment in teachers.

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