Steve Reinhard
Republican | Ohio
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Steve Reinhard
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 87
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University, Columbus, BS, 1991
The Ohio State University, Columbus, BS, 1991
WORK & MILITARY
Crestview High School, Teacher/ Coach/FFA Inst., 1991-2003
Reinhard Farms, Partner operator, Present
Scott - Reinhard Seed, partner operator, present
AFFILIATIONS
Martin Luther Lutheran Church, Pres., Fin.Sec., Decan, Crawford County Economic Development Partnership
Board Member, Ohio Soybean Council, Chair,Vice Chair, Treasurer
United Soybean Board, Member, World Initiative for soy in Human Health
Board member, North Central soybean Research Committee, Board Member
Bucyrus Township Fire Department, Volunteer, Crawford County Farm Bureau
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
State Representative, 2001-2008
County Commissioner, 2013-2016
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Representative, 1999
State Senate, 2008
Race
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (3)
John Kasich
Jon Husted
National Federation of Independent Business
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
Jeffrey McClain
National Federation of Independent Business
Ohio Coal Association
Timken Company
Virginia “Ginni” Ragan
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Agree
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Strongly Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Strongly Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Disagree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Agree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Disagree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Agree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Agree
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Neutral
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
I support the death penalty.
Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2010 Republican Primary, 2012 General Election, 2012 Republican Primary, 2014 General Election, 2014 Republican Primary, 2016 General Election, 2016 Republican Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
If the life of the mother is at risk. I would also support in the case of rape.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
To prevent one person or one faction of the government from becoming too powerful or authoritative. It provides a checks and balances of the system.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Lutheran that attends one of two churches on most every Sunday. I am a decan at one of the churches and assist with communion several times during the year. I was baptized and confirmed in the small rural church. I occasionally attend the mens bible study and participate in other activities when I can.
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
I think we need to have stronger boarder security. I do not want to deny someone the opportunity to come to the United States, but they must adapt to the culture here and use English as the primary language and legally become a citizen. The United States needs to be a leader in world peace efforts. A strong military is and effective way to lead. We need to include as many nations as possible to assist in the effort with dollars and troops. I think the states should decide the social issues and the federal government should have less of a role in that area. The government should provide a climate for opportunity for businesses to grow and develop. It should watch for bad actors to protect vulnerable people and the environment, but not to hinder growth.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Unemployment in most areas seems to be at a very low rate. We still need to work on increasing the rate of pay for residents of rural areas and increase their quality of life. We can continue to work on infrastructure water, sewer, roads, bridges and broadband access so people can build new and high tech business oppurtunities
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
This is a tuff question that has many people rubbing their heads. I think it comes down to education and economics. Especially in the rural areas we need to do a good job of educating the adults and children about healthy eating habits. We need to develop urgent cares in our areas where doctors are in short supply to relieve pressure on our hospital emergency rooms and taxing their resources. We need to have an educated workforce to bring the better paying jobs to our area. This will help bring more insurance providers to our areas, many of our areas only have one choice. Health care pools can serve as an option for people with pre exisiting conditions.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Government should promote a positive business environment by keeping taxes low and regulations to a need based on sound science.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I graduated from Wynford High School and The Ohio State University. I think my real qualifications come from 10 years of teaching at high school and 12 years in elected office. I have learned that everyone has an opinion, and you need to listen even when you dont agree. My time in the Ohio House were some of the most critical for budgeting amid a declining economy and an attack on our nation. We were able to balance the budgets and cut taxes in a relatively short period of time.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
reinhardfarms@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I have worked on our family farm for 30 years and continue to increase outputs with little increase in spending. I hope to return to the State Legislature and continue to do the same.
