Michael Anagno - Upper House Candidate

I'm Michael, and I am proud to represent the Animal Justice Party as a candidate in the 2025 WA State Election

I have volunteered with the Animal Justice Party since 2019, running as a Federal and State candidate, joining the State Committee, and acting as the party's WA State Convenor for four years. I was drawn to the AJP because I believe that animals need a voice where decisions that affect their lives are being made - and this is in the halls of Parliament. From a young age, I have spoken out against unfairness and injustice, both for humans and animals alike. I believe that how a society treats its most vulnerable members reflects back on the society itself: kindness fosters kindness, whereas exploitation and abuse diminishes us all.

I have long had a love for animals, living always with either dogs or cats in the house. But coming to terms with how horribly 'farmed animals' are treated set me on a course of animal protection advocacy that has led me to this point today.

“Animals are not here for us to treat like objects or commodities. They are beings, like us, and we owe it to them to create a kinder and more peaceful shared existence."

Michael's Key Priorities in this Election Include:

• Banning greyhound racing, where beautiful dogs are routinely injured and killed, all in the name of gambling profits.
• Implementing affordable veterinary care for low-income earners through our Veticare program.
• Protecting native animal habitat particularly for endangered wildlife including the black cockatoo.

With an Honours degree in psychology and a keen interest in epistemology, Michael approaches situations from a scientific and philosophical perspective. He is passionate about bringing about positive change for animals through the political process using rational, evidence-based methods. As a seasoned live musician, he is comfortable in the spotlight and is ready to be a voice for the most vulnerable members of our community.

Every vote for the Animal Justice Party is a step toward a brighter future for all living beings.

This campaign is powered entirely by people like you.

Your contribution will directly fund:

✔️ Nominating candidates in key seats
✔️ Social media campaigns to spread our message
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Please donate today and help give animals the voice they desperately need.

Donations of up to $1,500 per annum may be tax deductible. Donors who contribute $2,600 or more during a financial year will need to be declared to the WA Electoral Commission.

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With someone in the halls of power fighting for animals, we can transform animal protection laws and influence critical decision-making that affects animals, people and our environment.