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Dave Blyth
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Associate

University of Toledo, 1983

Personal
Birthplace
Lawrence, Mass.
Profession
Business manager
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Dave Blyth (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Ohio House of Representatives to represent District 44. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Blyth completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Dave Blyth was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He earned an associate degree from the University of Toledo in 1983. His career experience includes working as a business manager.[1]

As of 2024, Blyth was affiliated with the following organizations:

  • Northwest Ohio Rails to Trails
  • Lucas County Democratic Party
  • Anthony Wayne Area Democrats[1]


Elections

2024

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 44

Incumbent Josh Williams defeated Dave Blyth in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 44 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Josh Williams
Josh Williams (R)
 
57.7
 
37,915
Image of Dave Blyth
Dave Blyth (D) Candidate Connection
 
42.3
 
27,818

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 65,733
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 44

Dave Blyth advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 44 on March 19, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Dave Blyth
Dave Blyth Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
5,730

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 5,730
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 44

Incumbent Josh Williams advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 44 on March 19, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Josh Williams
Josh Williams
 
100.0
 
9,164

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 9,164
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Dave Blyth completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Blyth's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I am a long-time resident of Northwest Ohio who believes very much in the Democratic principles upon which this country was founded.

I have been an advocate for working people for decades as a Union activist and as a Business Agent. Government provides countless needed services to its citizens. No one should assume office in order to grandstand or further their "brand."

I believe the truth is found through many voices.
  • We need elected officials who will listen to and respond to the will of the voters.
  • We need elected officials who respect the rule of law
  • We need to elect officials who will stay out of the personal and medical decisions made by Ohio families.
The environment, workers' rights, affordable health care, affordable college tuition, reproductive health care, public school funding.
Former Speaker of the House Tip O'Neal. When I read his autobiography, I learned that he thought government exists to help people. To solve problems. To work across the aisles for the common good. To see to it that fairness and compassion for needy people is a desirable trait.
The book "Man of The House" by Tip O'Neal.
Honesty. Tolerance for other viewpoints. A willingness to compromise. An appreciation for, and respect for The Rule of Law. Country before party.
My whole professional life has been one of interacting with people, listening to their voices, articulating a viewpoint, building consensus.
To listen to and respond to the voters. To avoid taking extremist views. To respect the office you assume and never use it for personal gain. To do your homework and show up to vote.
One of having had a career that made those people's lives with whom I come in contact with better for it; by advocating for and acting on their behalf.
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy in November 1963.
I was nine years old.
Bagging groceries. 4 years.
These Truths

A history of the United States
by Jill Lapore

This is the history book where I read a more accurate and inclusive accounting of the contributions made by those persons whose voices aren't usually heard.
Jack Reacher
Smoke on the water- Deep Purple
Fear of letting people down.
One of working together whenever possible but provide a sort of "checks and balances" as needed.
Retaining and attracting businesses. That will only happen with an investment in infrastructure, a well-educated workforce, strong public schools and a moderate political climate.
Yes. Having previous experience in government can only help as you work with a variety of people from various backgrounds; often with conflicting points of view.
Yes. It's important to note that a member is only one of many voices in the chamber. One's agenda can only be addressed through groups composed of other House members.
Building relationships, finding common ground, working together is how the legislative process is supposed to work.
Teresa Fedor, Randy Gardner, and Vern Riffe.
No.
No.
I got a phone call today from my doctor's office.

"I have some bad news, and some worse news."
"Well tell me the bad news first."
"You only have 24 hours to live."
"Oh no, what the worse news?"

"We've been trying to get hold of you since yesterday."
No. Define "emergency." That could easily be abused and used for nefarious purposes. Could an election result be voided due to an emergency?
It's been said that politics is the art of compromise. In fact, our political system is designed to work best through compromise. It is necessary for the common good.
A total restriction on the waste products of farm animals flowing into Lake Erie. A total restriction on farm fertilizer run-off into Lake Erie.
Wood County Ohio Democrats
Commerce and Labor, Criminal Justice, Energy and Natural Resources, Infrastructure.

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Campaign finance summary

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Dave Blyth campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Ohio House of Representatives District 44Lost general$74,541 $78,882
Grand total$74,541 $78,882
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    Footnotes

    1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 13, 2024


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