Dave Ferguson
Republican | Ohio
Candidate Profile
Leans Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Dave Ferguson
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
Primary
Race
State Rep., Dist. 19
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio, BSBA, 1984
Washington University of St. Louis, St. Louis, Mo., MBA, 1996
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Union Ave Christian Church, Deacon, Mifflin Presbyterian Church
Elder, Ohio High School Girls Lacrosse Coaches Assoicatio, President
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Trustee, 10
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Agree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
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.
Strongly Agree
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
Strongly Agree
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
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
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.
Agree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
Any teaching to children on sex education in public schools must include all contraceptive methods, and should not show preference to abstinence.
Disagree
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Neutral
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
Islamic law (Sharia) should take precedence over national and state laws where there are Islamic majority communities in the U. S.
Strongly Disagree
The state constitution should limit the growth of spending to the rate of population growth plus the rate of inflation.
Neutral
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
People should be allowed to use public restrooms, showers, and changing rooms based on "gender identity."
Strongly Disagree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
I support sanctuary cities.
Strongly Disagree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
I support the death penalty.
Strongly Agree
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Strongly Agree
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2014 General Election, 2016 General Election
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only if the mother's life is at risk.
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
Strongly Agree
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The Founders saw firsthand that danger of entrusting too much authority in any one individual. They recognized that absolute power corrupts. Therefore, they drafted a Constitution that delineated specific duties and powers between the three branches of government so that there was a check and balance system preventing one person or branch from amassing absolute power.
I voted in these primaries and general elections:
2010 General Election, 2012 General Election, 2014 General Election, 2016 General Election
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God and I believe most religions believe in God. Because I am a Christian, I believe that Jesus is the son of God and that Jesus was sent to die on the cross to forgive our sins since we are incapable of living a totally sin free life. We have all sinned and come short of the glory of God. Our country was founded upon that principle but America was started so that people could escape persecution for their religious beliefs
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only if the mother's life is at risk.
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
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The Founders saw firsthand that danger of entrusting too much authority in any one individual. They recognized that absolute power corrupts. Therefore, they drafted a Constitution that delineated specific duties and powers between the three branches of government so that there was a check and balance system preventing one person or branch from amassing absolute power.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in God and I believe most religions believe in God. Because I am a Christian, I believe that Jesus is the son of God and that Jesus was sent to die on the cross to forgive our sins since we are incapable of living a totally sin free life. We have all sinned and come short of the glory of God. Our country was founded upon that principle but America was started so that people could escape persecution for their religious beliefs
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
N/A
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Reducing taxes acrosse the board will stimulate the economy.Only by getting out of the way can the government facilitate growth and begin cutting federal spending, reduce the number of regulations on companies that limit business growth.
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.
N/A
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Reforming our health care delivery system to improve the quality and value of care is essential to address escalating costs, poor quality, and increasing numbers of Americans without health insurance coverage. Thoughtfully constructed reforms would support greater access to health-improving care — in contrast to the current system, which encourages more tests, procedures, and treatments that are at best unnecessary and at worst harmful. We need to replace the Affordable Care Act and replace it with a new program that works for small businesses.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
Reducing taxes acrosse the board will stimulate the economy.Only by getting out of the way can the government facilitate growth and begin cutting federal spending, reduce the number of regulations on companies that limit business growth.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
I believe that small businesses are the growth engine of the American economy. They employ millions of people,they should be given opportunities to grow and prosper, rather than being stifled by regulations. 1. Reduce taxes 2) Reduce regulations
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Reforming our health care delivery system to improve the quality and value of care is essential to address escalating costs, poor quality, and increasing numbers of Americans without health insurance coverage. Thoughtfully constructed reforms would support greater access to health-improving care — in contrast to the current system, which encourages more tests, procedures, and treatments that are at best unnecessary and at worst harmful. We need to replace the Affordable Care Act and replace it with a new program that works for small businesses.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I earned my MBA from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and BSBA at Ashland University, while playing both football and lacrosse. I have been married for over 30 years. My wife and I are proud of all 4 of the children and their accomplishments. Especially their two sons who are serving in the United States Military. I currently serve as President of the Plain Township Board of Trustees, for the past 10 years. Under my leadership, the Township has implemented measures to reduce costs to taxpayers without reducing services, expanded the parks, and attracted new businesses to the community. I have 33 years of business experience in treasury, finance, and business development with large and small companies. I have the experience to plan and manage Ohio’s financial future. We know Ohio will face real budget challenges challenges 2019,and we need representatives in the General Assembly who have the business acumen to deal with complex issues with legislation.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
I believe that small businesses are the growth engine of the American economy. They employ millions of people,they should be given opportunities to grow and prosper, rather than being stifled by regulations. 1. Reduce taxes 2) Reduce regulations
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
davefergusonforohio@gmail.com
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I earned my MBA from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and BSBA at Ashland University, while playing both football and lacrosse. I have been married for over 30 years. My wife and I are proud of all 4 of the children and their accomplishments. Especially their two sons who are serving in the United States Military. I currently serve as President of the Plain Township Board of Trustees, for the past 10 years. Under my leadership, the Township has implemented measures to reduce costs to taxpayers without reducing services, expanded the parks, and attracted new businesses to the community. I have 33 years of business experience in treasury, finance, and business development with large and small companies. I have the experience to plan and manage Ohio’s financial future. We know Ohio will face real budget challenges challenges 2019,and we need representatives in the General Assembly who have the business acumen to deal with complex issues with legislation.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Principled Leader…placing Ohio Families First I'm dedicated to central Ohio. My family have been long time residents of central Ohio. I have chosen to live, work, and raise our family here while serving as a coach, elder in his church, community volunteer, and Township Trustee for 10-years. I have a strong record of responsible fiscal management that delivers real results for our communities. A collaborative, idea-driven leader, Dave Ferguson is a candidate for the Ohio House of Representatives in house district 19. I'm running for State Representative motivated by my family and yours, and the belief that Ohio’s greatest days still lie ahead. Husband, father, businessman, and community volunteer I believe in creating a friendly business environment that will lead to more jobs in Ohio, improving education,winning the fight against the opioid epidemic, and providing veterans and first responders the support and services they earned.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
davefergusonforohio@gmail.com
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
Principled Leader…placing Ohio Families First I'm dedicated to central Ohio. My family have been long time residents of central Ohio. I have chosen to live, work, and raise our family here while serving as a coach, elder in his church, community volunteer, and Township Trustee for 10-years. I have a strong record of responsible fiscal management that delivers real results for our communities. A collaborative, idea-driven leader, Dave Ferguson is a candidate for the Ohio House of Representatives in house district 19. I'm running for State Representative motivated by my family and yours, and the belief that Ohio’s greatest days still lie ahead. Husband, father, businessman, and community volunteer I believe in creating a friendly business environment that will lead to more jobs in Ohio, improving education,winning the fight against the opioid epidemic, and providing veterans and first responders the support and services they earned.
