
Kelly Kraus Mencke
Democrat | Ohio
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Kelly Kraus Mencke
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 55
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Cleveland Sate University, Cleveland, Bachelor, 2003
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
National Alliance on Mental Illness Lorain County, Past President, St. Agnes
Member and Chatecist, American Liver Foundation - Ohio, Past Interim Director
Girl Scouts of America, Former Cadet, Financial Independence Coaching
Teacher
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Representative 55th, 2016
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (4)
Barack Obama
NARAL Pro-Choice America
NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
SMART Transportation Division LO-038
Planned Parenthood
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (10)
Dan Ramos
Democratic Women's Groups
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers
International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Neutral
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.
No Answer
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.
Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Disagree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Agree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Neutral
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.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Neutral
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.
No Answer
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Agree
I support sanctuary cities.
No Answer
I support the death penalty.
Neutral
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Neutral
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
No Answer
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Agree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Disagree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2012 Democratic Primary, 2014 General Election, 2016 General Election, 2016 Democratic Primary
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Women need access to abortion care in the cases of fetal anomalies or to protect her health. We need exceptions when a woman’s health, including mental health, is at risk, or for severe abnormality of the new life.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The need for balanced power across government was so that government would not tyrannize the people.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I practice my Catholic faith with the help of my Parish community and pastor at St. Agnes in Elyria, OH.
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?
Moderate
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
You are welcome to view my professional experience and community involvement here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kkmencke
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Good-Paying Jobs — Our community needs good-paying jobs. Kelly will bring new businesses to Lorain County and help workers grow their skills by expanding skills training opportunities.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
There are families in Avon Lake, Elyria and the entirety of Ohio, who can’t afford the care needed for their families. What are these families going to do? Representatives of these people need to do better, and that is what I plan to do if elected. I will stand to support medicaid and push for state supported services to treat mental health and addictions.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Focusing on education and strengthening Ohio's workforce with general, higher, or career technical education will make a big impact on Ohio's economy by making education accessible and affordable, we build relationships with business creating a stronger network to support the future of Ohio.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
Kelly Kraus Mencke is a wife, mother, working woman, and candidate for Ohio House District 55. She aims to bring truthfulness and accountability to the Ohio House. Kelly understands the struggle Ohio families are faced with in the full lives of working parents. She has listened to what you care about in a law maker and what you expect from your state government. With your vote, she’ll take your concerns on education, jobs, and health care to help Ohio families live successful lives and build a better Ohio for our children. Meet Kelly in your neighborhood or at one of her community chats coming in September. She’s ready to hear more. Kelly is ready to do more for you at our Ohio House. The 55th District includes Avon Lake, Sheffield Village, Elyria, part of North Ridgeville, Grafton, and Carlisle and Elyria Townships.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
440.941.5564 menckeforstaterep@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
As a working mom, Kelly knows the challenges middle-class families face. She worked her way through college at Cleveland State University and went on to a successful marketing career, serving as the Sustainability Coordinator and Charitable Giving Director for a global PR group. Kelly has also served as president of the Board of Trustees of the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Lorain County, and as interim director of the American Liver Foundation in Ohio. Now, Kelly is running for State Representative to create more opportunity for all our families to get ahead.
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