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Chris Wallace (Ohio)
Chris Wallace was a 2016 Republican candidate for District 74 of the Ohio House of Representatives.[1]
Campaign themes
2016
Wallace's campaign website highlighted the following issues:
| “ |
Economy: It is important that we continue Ohio’s comeback and work to create jobs and economic opportunity for all Ohioans. As your state representative, I will work to cut personal income taxes so we can reduce the tax burden on middle-class families and put more money in their pockets. I also believe it is important to cut red tape and eliminate onerous regulations so Ohio can compete in the global economy. Fiscal Responsibility: I take the task of reducing the size and cost of government very seriously. As your state representative, I will do more than slow the growth of the state budget – instead, I will go through it with a fine-tooth comb to identify real savings and ensure that state government is properly serving taxpayers. Education: I want to empower teachers to provide students with a world-class education that prepares them to enter the workforce or pursue a college degree. I believe that local school boards should have a strong voice in developing education policy, as that is where parents can best make decisions for their children. Agriculture: If elected, I will work closely with farmers to ensure the business climate enables Ohio agriculture to grow and compete in the global economy. Drug Abuse: I am very concerned about the impact of illegal drugs on our communities. Too many people are dying from overdoses. If elected, I will work to continue outreach and education programs to reduce drug abuse and make sure those who are already addicted receive treatment. Additionally, I will give law enforcement the tools they need to stop the flow of illegal drugs into our communities.[2] |
” |
| —Chris Wallace[3] | ||
Elections
2016
Elections for the Ohio House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was December 16, 2015.
Incumbent Bill Dean defeated Barb Niemeyer in the Ohio House of Representatives District 74 general election.[4]
| Ohio House of Representatives, District 74 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Bill Dean Incumbent |
66.79% | 32,558 | |
| Democratic | Barb Niemeyer | 33.21% | 16,189 | |
| Total Votes | 48,747 | |||
| Source: Ohio Secretary of State | ||||
Barb Niemeyer ran unopposed in the Ohio House of Representatives District 74 Democratic primary.[5][6]
| Ohio House of Representatives District 74, Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic | Barb Niemeyer (unopposed) |
100.00% | 5,053 | |
| Total Votes | 5,053 | |||
Bill Dean defeated Chris Wallace, Brendan Shea and Joe Russell in the Ohio House of Representatives District 74 Republican primary.[5][6]
| Ohio House of Representatives District 74, Republican Primary, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Bill Dean |
37.85% | 7,364 | |
| Republican | Chris Wallace | 31.11% | 6,054 | |
| Republican | Brendan Shea | 18.97% | 3,691 | |
| Republican | Joe Russell | 12.07% | 2,349 | |
| Total Votes | 19,458 | |||
Endorsements
2016
In 2016, Wallace's endorsements included the following:[7]
- Madison County Republican Party
- State Senator Chris Widener
- Greene County Commissioner
- Alan Anderson
- Ohio Right to Life
- Clark County Commissioner John Detrick
Recent news
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See also
- Ohio House of Representatives
- Ohio House of Representatives District 74
- Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2016
- Ohio State Legislature
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Ohio Secretary of State, "Candidate Listing By Office," accessed February 8, 2016
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Wallace for Ohio, "Issues," accessed March 7, 2016
- ↑ Ohio Secretary of State, "Official election results," accessed December 21, 2016
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Ohio Secretary of State, "Candidate Listing By Office," accessed February 8, 2016
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Ohio Secretary of State, "2016 Official Elections Results," accessed August 29, 2016
- ↑ Wallace for Ohio, "Main page," accessed March 7, 2016
