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Cole Campaign Keeps Momentum Going in the 41st
- Filed under: Local, Ohio Government, Williams / Cole
- Date: Aug 20,2008
Back in June, I discussed the Ohio House race in the 41st District (PDF of the district location in Summit County). Republican Randy Cole is running to unseat Democrat Brian G. Williams, who was first elected in 2004. In that post, I described how Williams replaced similarly named Republican Bryan C. Williams for the seat, which is one of the big reasons he was selected by Democrats to run in the first place (name confusion). New Brian Williams won by 279 votes out of about 64,700 total votes. He has done next to nothing for the district since he was elected unless you count collecting a paycheck in addition to his retirement check from the state from his time in the Akron schools.
Since my initial writing, Cole has received the endorsement of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee and the Ohio Society of CPAs. He was also recognized as one of Akron’s "30 for the Future" by the Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce. Cole was also the only candidate running against a two term incumbent who received the Ohio Chamber endorsement. Also since my first post on this race there has been no status change in the legislative accomplishments of Brian Williams; he has still just introduced 4 non-important bills, of which exactly 0 have passed.
The number one focus for Randy continues to be the economy - as it has been from the start. He is still stressing the importance of dealing with our lagging economy throughout his campaign and his plan to use our regional strengths to our advantage. At the event on Sunday I heard him repeat that he is frustrated by the fact that when knocking on doors people in this area constantly tell him they have to get on a plane to see their children and/or grandchildren because they have gone elsewhere looking for better employment. He thinks this can change with the right leadership. Currently the 41st is without such a leader in the Ohio House.
This past weekend, the Cole campaign had an ice cream social and family get together at the Bath Community Center that attracted a good number of local residents. The picture above is Randy briefly addressing the crowd as they enjoyed the food. Below the fold are a few of the other pictures I took.
14 Responses for "Cole Campaign Keeps Momentum Going in the 41st"
It is sad that so many people are leaving Ohio and Randy will be the guy to bring them back. With economic growth and opportunities we will see people come to Ohio. Randy will bring Ohio back to being the Heart of it all!
Hey Randy, why don't you go to your "coach" for somemore inspiration and marching orders? After all is he not the one that will be telling you what to do rather than the constituancy?
I didn't really think about how the loss of one job can impact so many people. If our children leave the area, so are we. Our vactions and holidays will be spent probably somewhere else. That is all money leaving our area. After talking with Randy, I feel he really will get companies to look at all we have to offer here in Akron.
Randy Cole is the right person for this position. He will work hard to ensure that our families can stay in Ohio. Randy is very open-minded in looking at innovative ways to solve problems. His positive attitude is infectious. He is open, honest and ready to be our State Representative. I am so very proud to be associated with Randy Cole.
The 41st District needs someone that actually understands how the Ohio Government operates, like Randy Cole. The incumbent has developed a reputation as a Representative that frustrates government agencies due to his incomprehensiveness. Maybe it is a combination indifference and a lack of knowledge.
Ben, it is good to see coverage of these kind of local grass roots political events, even if they are for Republicans. Good work.
what is the partisan breakdown of this district? Isnt it a democratic one?
It doesn't look to be well attended..
See Randy, I'm going to raise alot of money for you. Then headquarters will be working overtime for your campaign. The finance dinner will raise millions.
I promise - Coach Al.
Sorry, I didnt have a professional camera to take a larger widescreen like shot. There were a good number of people there at the three hour event that came and went at various times. It was a good turnout and good food, of which I helped myself to some.
And DA, it is a slightly leaning Republican district I believe…around 52%.
There's no doubt that Ohio needs leadership. We need someone that can do rather than talk. Williams has had two terms and little to show. What gets me is that our elected leaders point fingers, make excuses and ask for another term to get things done. Randy appears to be the type of person that has the ability to balance the needs of many stakeholders and as a State Rep. I would think that looking at all sides and finding ways to get the people's business done would be a welcome change in Columbus. Randy's got my vote.
You'd think with all the connections that Brian Williams had from his days as superintendent, that he would have been able to accomplish something. According to your synopsis, he hasn't done a thing.
Every citizen in Ohio ought to think very carefully about economic issues and which candidate can responsibly help our economy. At least Randy seems to have a good backgound to understand economic concerns.
I believe Randy Cole can respresent our 41st District well. We have lost alot of representation with Mr. Williams, as well as with our Akron Ward 8 councilman, Bob Keith. Our district survives due to the hard working people who live here and are for the most part, self sufficient. But we also have the same economic problems also. We also need someone who will help our growing senior community. Randy Cole can reach across the aisle and work with any party member to acheive results. People thought Mr. Williams would lend a positve note for our school children, especially in our Akron LSD. Nothing was accomplished in his first term. He had his chance. Time for someone else to elect. Altthough I love animals, and their well being, they cannot vote! Legislation to help PEOPLE comes first! Thank you
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