Kathi Flanders

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Kathi Flanders

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

April 28, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

University of Cincinnati, 1990

Graduate

University of Cincinnati, 1998

Personal

Birthplace

Springfield, Ohio

Religion

Baptist

Profession

Nurse practitioner

Contact

Campaign website

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Kathi Flanders (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 10th Congressional District. She lost in the Republican primary on April 28, 2020.

Flanders completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Kathi Flanders was born in Springfield, Ohio. She attended Sinclair Community College and the University of Cincinnati, obtaining an undergraduate degree in November 1990. Flanders obtained a graduate degree from the University of Cincinnati in December 1998. As of 2020, she was a nurse practitioner. She was affiliated with the National Rifle Association and Buckey Firearms of Ohio.

Elections

2020

See also: Ohio's 10th Congressional District election, 2020

Ohio's 10th Congressional District election, 2020 (April 28 Democratic primary)

Ohio's 10th Congressional District election, 2020 (April 28 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Ohio District 10

Incumbent Michael Turner defeated Desiree Tims in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 10 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Michael Turner (R)	58.4	212,972
		Desiree Tims (D)	41.6	151,976

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 364,948
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 10

Desiree Tims defeated Eric Moyer in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 10 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Desiree Tims	70.1	32,388
		Eric Moyer	29.9	13,846

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 46,234
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 10

Incumbent Michael Turner defeated John Anderson and Kathi Flanders in the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 10 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Michael Turner	86.4	44,704
		John Anderson	7.9	4,110
		Kathi Flanders	5.7	2,944

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 51,758
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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Kathi Flanders completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Flanders' 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 not a politician, but am a concerned tax paying citizen who is tired of a Congress who has forgotten about US. I am a nurse practitioner who has worked hard my whole life and can no longer stand by and watch the tax and spend mentality of our government. We deserve more and it's time we demand more.

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?

• A 23.5 trillion dollar debt is unacceptable.
• Social Security needs addressed now.
• Immigration reform should have been done yesterday.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Stop the attack on law abiding citizens and our second amendment right.

Take care of American citizens before immigrants.
Stop the fraud and abuse of OUR hard earned money.
Stop thinking about your next campaign and take care of US.

Support our President Trump and his policies that will benefit US.

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

My grandmother was a hardworking woman who never met a stranger and took in many folks in need. She had a huge heart and a great sense of humor. She instilled American pride and values that I use today.

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

Honesty. Mean what you say. Do what you say you'll do.

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

I am an honest hardworking woman who has taken care of people my whole life. I have empathy and a sincere love of my country and her people. I will fight for US.

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

Protect the people and the constitution.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I hope to inspire a younger generation to continue the fight for all of us. Our Universities are indoctrinating our children. We need to fight hard against this.

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

The landing on the moon. I was nine years old and remember how awesome it was.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. Self explanatory.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

I honestly can't answer this question because I prefer fact over fiction.

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

God bless the USA

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

Life in general is hard and we must persevere. That's what I have done.

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

Yes and no. We need fresh ideas, but also those who understand and interpret the constitution as written.

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

Socialism, illegal immigrants, poor work ethics, a growing government who seems to care about taxing the people to no end. Politicians who only show up at election season.

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

Budget, Ways and Means, Oversight and Reform

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

Yes, term limits would replace complacency.

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?

I hear too many talk of their struggles, even working full time. The government is taking too much of their pay.

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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)