Amy Rippel-Elton

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Amy Rippel-Elton

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Democratic Party

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Last election

November 8, 2022

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Birthplace

Newark, Ohio

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Amy Rippel-Elton (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 12th Congressional District. She lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Rippel-Elton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Amy Rippel-Elton was born in Newark, Ohio.

Elections

2022

See also: Ohio's 12th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Incumbent Troy Balderson defeated Amy Rippel-Elton in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson (R)	69.3	191,344
	Submit photo	Amy Rippel-Elton (D)	30.7	84,893

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 276,237
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Amy Rippel-Elton defeated Michael Fletcher in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 3, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Amy Rippel-Elton	56.7	12,712
		Michael Fletcher	43.3	9,717

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,429
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Alaina Shearer (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Incumbent Troy Balderson defeated Brandon Lape in the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 3, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson	82.3	66,181
		Brandon Lape	17.7	14,196

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 80,377
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Amy Rippel-Elton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rippel-Elton's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am described by others as Strong, Courageous, down to earth, Passionate, and most of all DETERMINED. My priorities have to do with the basic things that make life worth living, and improving the standards of which we all live. While human; I strive to be the change I want to see in the world every day.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Campaign finance reform is not a question of whether it needs done. It’s a question of who will do it? Answer I stand for campaign finance reform!
• Education from the bottom up needs change to keep up with world demands.
• My office is open, meaning call me, stop by, private message me on Facebook. I will be there to answer you today and when in office.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Campaign finance reform

Medicare for all
Green new deal

College for all/ education reform

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My Grandmother Roberta (Berdie) Ford, with over a hundred and twenty descendants Grandma is filled with love for us all. Until she could no longer do it; we were all welcomed with a solid meal to eat, something to drink, and time/attention if we showed up at her doorstep. Even with her age she still remembers what’s important/ individualistic about each and every one of us. She cheers us on from the sidelines and genuinely cares about how we are doing.
She has never been rich monetarily. Instead her spirit is bright enough to fill a room with light. She’s always known what’s truly important. I respect her beyond the love I have for her because her love for us has been unconditional. In treating us this way we have all had the freedom to mess up, get up dust ourselves off, and strive to do better. It’s time for society to do better. Let’s dust ourselves off together. Let’s be the change we want to see in the world and lead the next generation to prosperity.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The ability of the elected official to see how to take the issues presented and create policy changes without trampling on individual rights and freedoms.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I have been a homeless single custodial mother of two. I will never be able to stick my nose up in the air at anyone. I can’t be bought. I don’t give up/compromise my values.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To work on what the people want. No matter what they as an individual want.

What legacy would you like to leave?

My hopes for my legacy is that people see that I truly put my love of the people above everything. That I fight in a common sense way for the things that matter in their daily lives. That I leave the world a better place even if just for a moment.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The space shuttle blowing up. I was in elementary school.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Babysitting, off and on from middle school on post marriage.
My second job was working at McDonalds for a summer during high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Good Omens by Neil Gaimen my friend Sym reading it to the household years ago holds special memories

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Welcome to the pride? Five finger death punch.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I have faced more struggles than can be summarized easily, up to and including being dead twice. I have worked hard to overcome my past. I have helped others to do the same. My struggles don’t matter, my overcoming them does.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It’s ability to utilize committees of lawmakers to address specific areas of law that they have personal experience or interests in. Then to debate the issues as a larger whole and craft change to drafts. It makes what gets handed to the senators more complete and broader reaching than the thoughts of one person.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Beneficial maybe, but not necessary.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Changing the ways we prepare our youth for a machine based world. Keeping our allies while forming new alliances.

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Yes , but I need more definition to make final decisions for where I can do the most good.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

No I believe it should run tandem with the senate. The amount of work it takes to get one law passed or changed is huge. The House should have more time to refine what they are working on.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

We have needed them for a long time.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Not really

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Yes, the story of a family whose children are now in Childrens Services custody. The only solid reason is that the parents have learning disabilities. I have known this family for years and the parents are not abusive or neglectful. I have spoken to the children and they don’t have allegations of abuse. I am morally outraged by this situation, and will stand up for the family in any way I can.

Tell us your favorite joke.

The polish just bought a bunch of tanks as soon as they figure out how to get those septic tanks moving they’re going to invade. I know it’s a bad dad type joke. It’s purposeful though. Don’t spend money on things that won’t do the job/ do due diligence in research. Totally politically incorrect though.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Compromise is absolutely necessary for policymaking. No one person knows it all, and should work with others for the respect of differing beliefs and opinions. My line gets drawn at denial of hard cold facts.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

It’s a huge power, and directing resources into the problems at hand can make a huge difference in day to day life issues.

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Footnotes

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Ohio's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Jon Husted (R)

Bernie Moreno (R)

Representatives

District 1

Greg Landsman (D)

District 2

David Taylor (R)

District 3

Joyce Beatty (D)

District 4

Jim Jordan (R)

District 5

Bob Latta (R)

District 6

Michael Rulli (R)

District 7

Max Miller (R)

District 8

Warren Davidson (R)

District 9

Marcy Kaptur (D)

District 10

Michael Turner (R)

District 11

Shontel Brown (D)

District 12

Troy Balderson (R)

District 13

Emilia Sykes (D)

District 14

David Joyce (R)

District 15

Mike Carey (R)

Republican Party (12)

Democratic Party (5)