Ryan is currently running for U.S. Senate in Washington State on the platform of Positive Change, Transformation of Government, and Personal Freedom. He believes in personal freedom, positive change and liberty for all as long as they do not infringe on the person, property or natural rights of another. He believes kindness and love conquers all and that we all have the power to create positive change in the world we live in.

Ryan is a husband, father of 2, and a veteran of the Washington State National Guard. Ryan has coached youth flag football and little league baseball. Ryan served on the Longview Library Board and ran for Longview Port Commissioner in 2021. 

Michael spent the previous decade fighting for cannabis legalization and working in sales/marketing building 2 of the now largest cannabis grows in Washington State.

Michael has served as the Northern Vice-Chairman of the Libertarian Party of California and Chairman of the Libertarian Party of Washington State. Michael has spoken and taught at numerous LP Conventions across the country, assisted with over 40 Libertarian campaigns, and created an online academy for leadership. Although Michael has stepped away from political activism, he is still a staunch supporter of personal liberty, non-aggression, and self-ownership.

Michael is a graduate of Bob Burg's Go Giver Entrepreneur Academy, Jack Canfield's Personal Empowerment Coaching Program, and the Morning Star Self-Management Institute.