Candidate for
State Representative; District 28; Democratic Party

Thousands of us worry about whether our next paycheck will be our last, our families are financially strapped after paying some of the highest tuition costs in the country, and too many of our loved ones are forced to choose between food and life-saving medications.

Most of Ohio's economic problems have been self-inflicted by a partisan, one-party ideology. Waste and mismanagement of government contracts have resulted in a record budget deficit that is costing us billions of dollars in new taxes. Yet the one-party rulers in Columbus continue handing out millions of dollars to their special interest buddies. It's no wonder our state is in the hole. We need to operate state government with fiscal discipline that brings spending in line with state revenues, while still being responsive to the needs of taxpayers.

As a member of the Ohio House I know how to build coalitions, and even passed legislation as a minority member of the 124th General Assembly. I believe my experience and knowledge in public policy is a tremendous asset to the hard working families of my district.

The partisan, one-party rulers in Columbus have been playing wedge politics with emotional issues that have nothing to do with jobs, education, health care or taxes. It's divisive politics that's hurting Ohio, and picking the pockets of our hard working families.

I pledge to be your full-time State Representative working for your best interest and not the Columbus special interests.