“If we are going to put America’s economy back together again, we need someone in the White House who understands how the economy works. We need a president who understands that we cannot support President Obama’s liberal policies that try to tax, spend or regulate ourselves into prosperity. We need a president who knows what it takes to create jobs, balance a budget and meet a payroll. We need a president with the experience and conservative record to lead, and I’m confident the person for the job is Mitt Romney. With 25 years of experience as a conservative businessman and a record of achievement as governor, Mitt Romney is the best candidate to defeat President Obama and reverse the failures of the last three years. I am proud to endorse his candidacy for President of the United States.”
“I am proud to support Mitt Romney in his campaign for president. As a businessman, he understands how to get Americans back to work. President Obama’s ineffective leadership continues to hurt the prospects of Ohioans and citizens across the country. His failed policies have burdened the next generation with trillions of dollars of debt, and that is a future we simply cannot afford. As his record clearly shows, Mitt Romney is the leader that our economy needs to restore growth, that our party needs to defeat President Obama in 2012, and that our country needs to get back on track.”
“In this election, the stakes could not be higher and the choice could not be clearer,” said Congressman Steve LaTourette. “The American people can choose a president whose reckless spending has made our economy worse, or a businessman with vision, integrity, and a proven track record of turning around troubled enterprises. Mitt Romney is the only candidate that can defeat President Obama and create jobs for Ohioans. I look forward to joining with him to get America back on track.”
“Rep. Ralph Regula, of Navarre, was on a list of people Tuesday who announced their support for Mitt Romney, the former Republican governor of Massachusetts...
“Regula said yesterday that his support for Romney is based on the former governor's record of accomplishments, including his performance leading up to the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics in the wake of Sept. 11 and the ethics scandal that enveloped many international Olympics officials.
“Romney "has a proven record of effective management and strong leadership, which I believe are essential qualities of a good president," Regula said through his press secretary.”
“Ralph Regula has led a distinguished career in public service that spans more than four decades. One of the most senior members of the US House of Representatives, he is serving as the Vice Chairman of the Appropriations Committee and the Chairman of its Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services and Education. He is the dean of Ohio's Congressional Delegation and is active in the Congressional Older Americans Caucus and the Congressional Steel Caucus.
“On November 5, 2002, the people of Ohio's 16th Congressional District elected him to his sixteenth term. With the beginning of the 108th Congress, the House leadership again asked him to chair the Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Subcommittee as well as serving as the Vice Chairman of the full committee. He will also remain active with older American and steel issues. As Subcommittee Chairman, Regula oversees the largest non-defense spending bill, providing federal funding for education, health and labor programs...
“Regula returns home to his farm in Ohio every weekend. He and his wife Mary have celebrated more than 50 years together there. They have three children and three grandchildren all of whom live near them.”
"American voters need someone who offers an alternative to the failed policies of President Barack Obama. Romney is the candidate best able to do that.
"It would be politically expedient for a presidential candidate to vow that he’ll single-handedly create jobs. Romney promises something else: He says he’ll get government out of the way, because government can’t create jobs. It can only inhibit their creation, as has been amply demonstrated over the past three years...
"Romney, by and large, has handled such challenges well; his grace under pressure, which has increased in recent debates and appearances, will be critical in a general-election matchup against Obama...
"Gingrich’s well-known personal history, of course, makes him unsavory to many — especially women, who provided a 24-point gender gap in favor of Romney in the Florida primary — and makes him an easy target for ridicule. This alone would make Gingrich the Obama campaign’s ideal challenger.
"Gingrich’s professional record also has been erratic. There are the ethics charges from his time as speaker. Though he now distances himself from it, Gingrich famously joined Nancy Pelosi in calling for solutions to global warming, and his recent call to colonize the moon managed to startle even GOP rival Ron Paul with its wackiness...
"Romney especially distinguishes himself from his Republican rivals — and the president — through his broad experience in business and in public service. In addition to his years investing in companies at Bain Capital, Romney is widely known for saving the troubled 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake City.
"He understands how the market works and what prevents it from working. Unlike Obama, who would have people think that the success of some takes away from others, Romney correctly sees that if policies are favorable to those who build companies and hire, benefits flow to all.
"Moreover, his balance of fiscal and social conservatism — and his proven ability to win and lead as a Republican in the liberal state of Massachusetts — make Romney most likely to appeal to independent voters and those who voted last time around for Obama and now are disappointed.
"Despite Obama’s poor record, the president remains a formidable foe. To prevail, Republicans need a candidate who appeals to more than the Republican base...
"Republicans should offer the voters of the United States a chief executive who is experienced at and unafraid of the often-unpopular job of turning things around. Romney fills that bill."
“ "Our nation needs a leader like Governor Romney, a candidate with a proven record of accomplishment and success at governing using conservative principles. I am confident he can build a stronger America by reforming health care, improving education, restoring fiscal responsibility, and keeping our nation's military strong. I look forward to joining Governor Romney as he discusses his ideas to bring change to Washington with Ohians," said State Senator Coughlin...
“A Fourth Generation Resident Of Cuyahoga Falls, Kevin Coughlin Has Served In The Ohio Senate Since 2001. Prior to his election to the State Senate, Coughlin was elected to three terms in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1997-2001... In 2005, Senator Coughlin was called "one of the nation's most promising leaders in state government" by the Council of State Governments as he was selected for its Toll Fellowship leadership program.”
“State Senator Kevin Coughlin released the following statement:
“ "Governor Romney's vision, values, and experience make him the best choice for Ohio voters. As the people of Ohio learn more about his achievements, I am convinced that they will agree. He is the right candidate to win this critical November battleground state." ”
“ "Governor Romney often talks about his vision for building a stronger America with a stronger military, stronger economy, and stronger families," said State Senator Schuler. "Throughout his career he has faced extraordinary challenges and has always met them. He's turned around companies, the 2002 Winter Olympics, and the state he governed for four years. His proven leadership will allow him to bring conservative leadership to Washington." ”
“ "Governor Romney is a dedicated leader who understands the needs of everyday Americans," said Representative Jones. "Like many Ohioians, he believes we need to bring conservative change to Washington by reducing government spending, keeping taxes low, and governing with the highest ethical standards. Unlike any other candidate, Governor Romney has laid out a comprehensive strategy to prevent a nuclear Iran. He understands that the best ally for peace is a strong America and he is the best choice to keep us safe from the threat of terrorist sponsored regimes." ”
“ "Governor Romney has the experience and the proven record of accomplishment we need in our next President," said former State Senate President Finan. "His conservative values and detailed vision to strengthen the economy, strengthen our military, and strengthen our families are what will unite Republicans and defeat the Democrats in 2008." ”
2012 Ohio Political Leaders
* U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci
* Attorney General Mike DeWine
* fmr. Attorney General Betty Montgomery
* fmr. State Treasurer, Joe Deters
(and Hamilton County Prosecutor)
* State Senator David Burke
* State Senator Chris Widener
* State Representative Marlene Anielski
* State Representative Ross McGregor
* State Representative Kirk Schuring
* fmr. State Senator Karen Gillmor
* fmr. State Rep. Lynn Olman
* Hamilton County Commissioner Greg Hartmann
* Geauga County Commissioner Mary Samide
* Butler County Treasurer Nancy Nix
* Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O'Brien
* Trustee Dennis Deters, Colerain Township
* Councilman Doug Haynam, Sylvania City
* Mayor Mark Kingseed, Centerville
* Councilman George Sarantou, Toledo
* Washington County Republican Chair Marilyn Ashcraft
(and State Committee member)
* Cuyahoga County Republican Chairwoman Sally Florkiewicz
* Geauga County Republican Chairman Ed Ryder
* Marion County Republican Chairman John Matthews
* Lucas County Republican Chairman Jon Stainbrook
* State Committee Member Jonathan Binkley
* State Committee Member Curt Braden
* State Committee Member David Gunning
* State Committee Member Donna Harter
* State Committee Member Lisa Hayes
* State Committee Member Bea Lyons
* State Committee Member Judy Miller
* State Committee Member Nancy Suhadolnik
* State Committee Member Mark Wagoner
"Announcing his support, State Senator Mark Wagoner said, “Ohioans and voters across the nation have seen the results of President Obama’s policies and they have not been good. Mitt Romney has a proven record of results – as Governor, he created jobs and cut taxes all while eliminating a budget deficit. His lifetime of experience in the private sector, leading the Olympics and his work as governor make him the right man to lead our country at such a critical time.” "
* Former U.S. Senator George Voinovich
* State Senator Troy Balderson
* State Senator Mark Wagoner
* Ohio House Assistant Majority Whip Cheryl Grossman
* State Representative Peter Beck
* State Representative Timothy Derickson
* State Representative Mike Duffey
* State Representative Randy Gardner
* State Representative Anne Gonzales
* State Representative Bruce Goodwin
* State Representative Bob Hackett
* State Representative Richard Hollington
* State Representative Jay Hottinger
* State Representative Al Landis
* State Representative Craig Newbold
* State Representative Cliff Rosenberger
* State Representative Gerald Stebelton
* Former Mayor Of Columbus Greg Lashutka
* Mayor Of Pepper Pike Bruce Akers
* Mayor of Gates Mills Connie White
* Canton City Councilman Mark Butterworth
* Highland County Commissioner Jeremy Shaffer
* Franklin County Auditor Clarence Mingo
* Former State Representative Matt Dolan
* Former Member Of The State Of Ohio Board Of Education Debbie Owens-Fink
* Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member Mary Ann Christie
* Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member Jeff Dean
* Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member Amy Sabath
* Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member Dee Talmage
* Columbiana County GOP Chair and Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member David Johnson
* Seneca County GOP Chair and Ohio Republican Party State Central Committee Member Charles Knight
* Lorain County GOP Chair Helen Hurst
* Tuscarawas County GOP Chair Doug Wills
* Clinton County Commissioner Randy Riley
* Springfield Township Fiscal Officer Paul Hoag
• Carl H. Lindner, Jr - Founder and Chairman of the Board of American Financial Group, Inc
• S. Craig Lindner - President and CEO of Great American Financial Resources, Inc,
Chairman of the Board of The Craig and Frances Lindner Center of HOPE
• Nancy Heffner Donovan - President of Ames Travel Service,
Chairwoman of the Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts
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