David Macko
| David Macko | ||
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| Candidate for | ||
| U.S. House, Ohio, District 14 | ||
| Party | Libertarian | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Prior offices | ||
| Treasurer of American Party of Cuyahoga County | ||
| 1974 - 1977 | ||
| Treasurer of the American Party of Ohio | ||
| 1977 - 1980 | ||
| Education | ||
| High school | John Adams High School | |
| Bachelor's | Case Western Reserve University | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | US Army | |
| Years of service | 1966-1968 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | April 20, 1942 | |
| Place of birth | Cleveland, OH | |
| Religion | Orthodox Christian | |
| Websites | ||
| Campaign website | ||
Contents |
Biography
Macko has been involved in civic and political activities for a number of years. He has been a member of the John Birch Society since 1962 and a Commander of American Legion Post 104 in the early 1980s. From 1988 to 2003, Macko was a Northeast Region Representative for the Libertarian Party of Ohio. He has also served as the region's chairman of the state Libertarian Party, and is currently the Chairman of the Libertarian Party of Cuyahoga County.[1]
Career
- US Army SP4 E4 Honorable Discharge 1966-1968
- Cleveland Trust Bank Investment Analyst 1968-1969
- Associates Finance Corporation Adjustor 1969-1971
- Statewide Insurance Agency Agent 1971-1975
- Key Bank, formerly Society Bank Adjustor 1973-2001
- Retired and Libertarian Activist 2001-Present
Elections
2012
Macko was defeated by republican David Joyce.[2] Macko ran in the 2012 election for the U.S. House, representing Ohio's 14th District. Macko faced Dale Virgil Blanchard (D) and Elaine R. Mastromatteo (G) and an appointed Republican nominee in the November 6, 2012 general election.
Incumbent Steven C. LaTourette announced his retirement on July 31, 2012, delaying the announcement long enough to prevent the need for a special election to fill the 14th district seat. A replacement nominee will be appointed to fill the Republican nomination.[3][4]
The Washington Post listed the House of Representatives elections in Ohio in 2012 as one of the states that could determine whether Democrats retake the House or Republicans will holds its majority in 2013.[5] Ohio tied with Pennsylvania for 9th on the list.[5]
| U.S. House, Ohio, District 14 General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic | Dale Virgil Blanchard | 38.7% | 131,637 | |
| Republican |  David Joyce |
54% | 183,657 | |
| Libertarian | David Macko | 3.4% | 11,536 | |
| Green | Elaine R. Mastromatteo | 3.8% | 13,038 | |
| Total Votes | 339,868 | |||
| Source: Ohio Secretary of State "Official Election Results, 2012 General Election" | ||||
2010
In 2010, David Macko was the Libertarian candidate for State Representative in Ohio House District 17. He lost in the general election to Marlene Anielski (R).
2008
In 2008, David Macko was the Libertarian candidate for Congress in Ohio's 14th congressional district. He lost in the general election to incumbent Rep. Steven C. LaTourette (R)[6]
| U.S. House of Representatives, Ohio Congressional District 14 Election, 2008 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Steven C. LaTourette Incumbent |
58.3% | 188,488 | |
| Democrat | William O'Neill | 38.7% | 125,214 | |
| Libertarian | David Macko | 2.9% | 9,511 | |
| Total Votes | 323,213 | |||
Issues
Political positions
Taxes
Macko has said he will never vote to raise taxes or fees or to impose new taxes or fees.[7]
War on Terror
Macko has said that he opposes the War on Terror, as well as the Patriot Act. He also opposes the Department of Homeland Security. Macko also advocates abolishing the Transportation Security Agency. He has also said he will work to bring the troops home from Iraq and Afghanistan, and use them to protect America's southern border.[8]
Drug War
Macko has said that he wants to end the war on drugs by repealing all federal drug laws. He also supports repeal all federal gun control laws, including taxes on firearms and ammunition. Macko even advocates abolishing the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.[9]
Health Care
Macko has said that if elected, he will work to defund and repeal the health reform law. He would also try to phase out Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. He is also strongly pro-life.[10]
External links
References
- ↑ MackoforLiberty.com "About David" Accessed March 13, 2012
- ↑ Politico "2012 Election Map, Ohio"
- ↑ The Hill "Rep. LaTourette retires, says partisan 'toll' growing too heavy" Accessed August 3, 2012
- ↑ Roll Call "Ohio: Steven LaTourette Jolts GOP; Democrats Are Hopeful" Accessed August 3, 2012
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Washington Post "The 10 states that will determine control of the House in 2012" Accessed April 25, 2012
- ↑ Statistics of the Presidential and Congressional Election of November 4, 2008 Accessed March 13, 2012
- ↑ Addition by candidate, March 8, 2012
- ↑ Addition by candidate, March 8, 2012
- ↑ Addition by candidate, March 8, 2012
- ↑ Addition by candidate, March 8, 2012
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