Mike Zuren
Republican | Ohio
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mike Zuren
Party
Republican
Election Year
2018
Election
General
Race
State Rep., Dist. 60
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Capella University, MN, PhD, 2013
Lake Erie College, Painesville, MBA, 1994
Dyke College, Cleveland, BA, 1990
WORK & MILITARY
none
AFFILIATIONS
Good Shepard Church Mentor, Ohio, Elder, Usher, Money Counter, Willoughby United Methodist Church
VBS, Christmas Dinner Volunteer, McKinley Community Outreach, General Volunteer
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Vice President Eastlake City Council, 3
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
Race
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (2)
Lake County Republican Party
Lake & Geauga County Board of Realtor
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.
Strongly 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.
Neutral
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
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.
Strongly 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.
Strongly 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
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.
Strongly Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Strongly 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.
Strongly 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.
Neutral
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?
Never. The baby has a right to live in all arguments.
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
The United States Constitution states 'we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness". I also strongly believe that Congress should create laws, the President should only enforce the laws, and the Judiciary should only interpret the laws.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I believe in Jesus Christ. I have been an active member of my current church for the past 25 years. I am currently an elder, but I have also assisted the church as the treasurer, money counter, usher, communion assistant, etc. My parents and I attended church throughout my childhood. My children all attend church on a regular basis. I believe many churches have been ignored by their local elected leader and are an untapped resource to help and make a community stronger. Elected leaders need to reach out to congregations to help with issues such as: addiction, depression, divorce, suicide, hunger, homelessness, grief, bullying, and many other issues. Churches and non-profits can help so many with so little money. Their volunteers are often unrecognized.
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.
The News Herald paper in Lake County has covered many community outreach,, fundraiser, and Vine Street Corridor Business meeting events. The following is a link to my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Lakecountyohiorepresentative/ it has some of the articles posted. Also, the News Herald website has a search tab to verify the events I have been involved in.
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
There are many different approaches that can be taken to reduce unemployment. Considering the current economic climate,I would focus on long-term private sector solutions. Higher paying jobs could be created by working with businesses and schools to create curriculum that prepares students for careers right out of high school. Reaching out to businesses and helping them partner with local school to create these programs would be a long-term solution to unemployment and low wages.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
I would privatize healthcare and reduce mandates to lower the cost and increase competition among health care providers. A government backed healthcare program can be created for citizens who do not qualify for private healthcare. The doctor and patient should always have final say in healthcare decisions. Also, special pricing should be eliminated among government, insurance providers, and healthcare institutions. The cost of health services should be provided prior to treatment and the same price for everyone. Just by disclosing pricing, many unnecessary services would be eliminated.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
Eliminate Bureaucracy. Reduce regulations, lower taxes, and oversight (government agencies). Often businesses are under the umbrella of numerous government agencies. This creates unneeded expense for businesses. Make it easier to open a business, hire new employees, and expand. Find ways to not spend tax dollars that encourage growth, such as: businesses working together, partnering on new ventures, and research and development. Government should encourage and assistance businesses to grow and expand, not regulate them out of business.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I currently service as Vice President Eastlake City Council. I am a member of the Finance, WPPC, and ECDC committees. I started the Vine Street Corridor Businesses Owners Group and Banquet Facilities/Congregation Group in 2017. These group have conducted numerous outreach events, fundraised for many charities, brought leaders from 3 cities together for street improvement, created a business website, and they have been instrumental in bringing new businesses to the area. I hold a PhD in Business & Technology and an MBA in Business.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
mikezuren@att.net
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I believe we can improve our communities by working together (businesses, non-profits, churches, high schools/colleges, local residents, and local/county/state governments). This approach is a win/win for everyone and the community.
