Meet Mike Wilnau
A Blue-Collar Conservative Fighting for Florida's 11th District
Mike Wilnau represents the best of the American Dream.
Born and raised in the heart of Florida's 11th Congressional District, Mike's story is one of perseverance, hard work, and unwavering faith in the principles that make America great.
Growing up in a household that relied on food stamps and church donations, Mike learned early that nothing in life comes easy. But he also learned that with determination, faith, and the opportunities that only America provides, anyone can rise above their circumstances.
As a father of four and devoted husband, Mike knows firsthand the challenges facing working families today. His professional background in the oil and gas industry has given him real-world experience in one of America's most vital sectors.
Blue-Collar Experience:
Real-world problem-solving in the oil and gas industry with expertise in robotics and automation.
Family Values:
Father of four, committed to strengthening families and protecting parental rights.
Conservative Principles:
Fiscal responsibility, limited government, and Christian values guide every decision.
Constitutionally Grounded:
Defending the Constitution as written, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring government serves the people, not the other way around.
Fighting for the Next Generation
Mike Wilnau knows what it means to be a father fighting for his children's future. As a dad of four, Mike understands the challenges facing families in Florida's 11th District – from rising costs and government overreach to concerns about education and safety. This isn't just about politics for Mike; it's personal. Every vote he casts in Congress will be with his own children in mind, ensuring they inherit the same opportunities that allowed him to rise from food stamps to the middle class. Like so many parents in The Villages, Leesburg, and throughout our district, Mike is working hard to build a better tomorrow for the next generation. He's running for Congress not for personal ambition, but to restore the American Dream for all our children and grandchildren.
Respecting the Current Generations
Mike Wilnau deeply respects the generations who built America and made the sacrifices that created the opportunities we enjoy today. In Florida's 11th District, home to thousands of retirees and seniors in The Villages and surrounding communities, Mike understands that our older generations deserve dignity, security, and the benefits they've earned through decades of hard work. He is committed to protecting and strengthening Social Security as the foundation of retirement security – not as a government handout, but as a sacred promise to those who paid into the system their entire working lives. Our seniors need affordable healthcare, protection from scams and fraud, safe communities, and the peace of mind that comes from financial stability. Mike believes that caring for our current generations isn't just good policy – it's a moral obligation and a reflection of our values as Americans who honor those who came before us.
Honoring Those Who Went Before Us
Mike Wilnau's commitment to our Veterans runs deep in his family's blood and values. His grandfather served as an Army Sergeant in World War II, fighting for freedom against tyranny, while his father answered the call to serve as a Marine in Vietnam during one of America's most challenging conflicts. Growing up, Mike learned early that freedom isn't free – it's paid for by the courage and dedication of our men and women in uniform. In Florida's 11th District, home to thousands of Veterans who chose to retire in our communities. He understands that supporting our Veterans isn't just a campaign promise – it's a sacred duty. Mike believes that a nation's character is measured by how it treats those who served, and he's committed to ensuring that our Veterans receive the honor, respect, and support they deserve – not just on Veterans Day, but every single day.
Respecting the Environment We All Love
When Mike Wilnau isn't fighting for conservative principles or working in the oil and gas industry, you'll find him living the Florida lifestyle that makes our state so special. As an avid sportsman and tradesman, Mike loves exploring the crystal-clear springs and underwater caverns that make Florida's 11th District a diver's paradise. In his garage, you'll find his most treasured possession: a 1984 Dodge D100 pickup truck that his father bought brand new. Since his dad's passing in 2020, Mike has been lovingly restoring the truck piece by piece, keeping his hands busy with the kind of honest work that built America. Mike is also a voracious reader with a particular passion for history – understanding where we've been helps him navigate where we're going as a nation. But perhaps his favorite pastime is taking his four children fishing in the lakes and rivers around our district, teaching them patience, respect for nature, and the simple joy of spending time together outdoors.