People need jobs. And they need jobs that will pay the bills. I am committed to the ongoing goal of attracting new business and industry to Ohio.

 

As a lineman for a rural electric cooperative there are times when I have to shut the power off to a consumer. These are our neighbors. Sometimes they talk with me about how their husband or wife just lost their job when their employer moved out of the country. They can go from tax-paying citizen to welfare recipient overnight. This must end.

 

In Paulding County we have a gentleman who watched the Dana Corporation close their plant and move out of the country. But, he has faith in America and the people of the 5th District and has purchased the abandoned factory. He is actively pursing an industry that can utilize this turn-key operation. We need to reduce the taxes, excessive regulations and restrictions that place burdensome roadblocks on business and industry.

 

Northwest and north central Ohio is home to an educated and experienced citizenry who are willing and able to ensure goods and products are built and delivered to market. Our infrastructure of federal highways, state and county roads, rail and air service provides transportation solutions for all industry and business.

 

But attracting new industry and retaining existing business is just part of the component. The small business owner is the backbone of our economy and we must do everything possible for them to not only thrive, but expand. Every person employed becomes a tax payer and contributing member of society. Every citizen in America who dreams of opening a business should not be hindered by the process, but supported and encouraged to achieve that dream.