Mark Richardson (Ohio)

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Mark Richardson

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November 3, 2020

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Mark Richardson (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 3rd Congressional District. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

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

Elections

2020

See also: Ohio's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020

Ohio's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (April 28 Republican primary)

Ohio's 3rd Congressional District election, 2020 (April 28 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Ohio District 3

Incumbent Joyce Beatty defeated Mark Richardson, Nicholas Moss, and Angela Davis in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 3 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joyce Beatty (D)	70.8	227,420
		Mark Richardson (R)	29.1	93,569
		Nicholas Moss (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	92
	Submit photo	Angela Davis (Independent) (Write-in)	0.0	11

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 321,092
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 3

Incumbent Joyce Beatty defeated Morgan Harper in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 3 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joyce Beatty	68.1	44,995
		Morgan Harper	31.9	21,057

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 66,052
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 3

Mark Richardson defeated Cleophus Dulaney in the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 3 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Richardson	86.4	11,451
	Submit photo	Cleophus Dulaney	13.6	1,797

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 13,248
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Andrew Littler (R)

Endorsements

Mark Richardson was endorsed by the Franklin County Republican Party and the Buckeye Firearms Association.

Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Mark Richardson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Richardson'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 a Decorated US Navy Veteran, father, banker, author, mentor, entrepreneur, financial and small business consultant. Part of a cross-partisan movement dedicated to promoting and advancing principled veteran leadership in order to reduce polarization. Our country has been ripped apart by hyper-partisanship. We are a country where political leaders can't even talk to each other, compromise, or get things done. Debilitating partisanship in Washington is near a record high, while veteran representation in Congress is near a historic low. Many of the most effective American leaders have been veterans.

31 out of 45 U.S. Presidents served in the armed forces. Yet veteran representation in Congress is at historic lows.

Veterans in public leadership are essential to our future. For too long, gridlock and partisan bickering have plagued Congress, putting a halt on progress at the expense of the American people. As a veteran who already has given the oath to put country ahead of party politics I am stepping up to serve again, committed to putting my country before party politics. It's time to take action and reverse decades of veteran decline in Congress.

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?

• Integrity - I will be honest I will use the power of my office only for the service of my constituents and my country
• Civility - I will work to bring civility to Congress I will participate in a cross-partisan veterans caucus
• Courage - I will meet with two members from an opposing party one-on-one at least once a month I will join with colleagues on both sides of the aisle on at least one piece of substantial legislation each year, and co-sponsor additional pieces

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

To be the voice of ALL constituents of Ohio's 3rd Congressional Districts, Democrats, Republicans, Green Party, and Independents. To work on bipartisan legislation to repair the most current critical issues crippling our country. Immigration, border security, health care, prescription drugs, social security, and climate control.

Build relationship with the local legislative branches to fix the most current critical issues crippling Ohio's 3rd congressional district. Human Trafficking's, Opioids, Homelessness, Affordable housing, poverty, and our public schools.

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

My Father and Mother. I was raised in a very strict household with a strong faith. My mother, a 1st generation immigrant. My father a World War II Navy veteran. Certain qualities become part of who you are being raised by parents of the greatest generation ever.

Three lessons I live by today.
First is RESPECT. It was instilled in me at a young age to respect everyone, but at an early age, my father taught me a little bit deeper. He told me if any person, man or woman, appeared to be older than me, I should address and respect them as if they were my parent. He never qualified the statement based on race, social stature or any other criteria. He simply said to respect them.
Second is DISCIPLINE. This was probably the toughest for me to grasp as a young man. So often when people think of discipline, they think of the things they are not supposed to do. He encouraged me to discipline myself even with things I was supposed to do.

The final trait is HONOR. This one took me awhile to figure out, because my father always demonstrated honor by example. Honor America, as in honor thy father and mother. There is no greater honor than to serve your country.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Platos Republic, Respecting Persons in Theory and Practice

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

Integrity, Civility, Honesty, and respect. Contituants need someone who knows how to lead through servanthood. These bare the core principles the military instilled in me.

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

To be the voice of ALL contituants through transparency. All contituants and all contituants party affiliations. Live up to the constitution. Listen and make it a point to be accessible to the people.

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

The assignation of President Kennedy . I was a little over five yrs old but remember it very well. I came home from kindergarten and remember the look on my mothers face, she had been crying. Although I came from a conservative republican household both my parents were very upset. Shortly afterwards my father hung an 8x10 framed photo of President Kennedy on the wall as you walked into the laundry room. The laundry also had a refrigerator that kept his beer. I remember the photo also had President Kennedys quote, "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country." Being at the time I was the youngest, I always had to be the one to go and fetch him a beer. That quote has stayed in my family since. When my brothers and myself get together one will always bellow out, "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country." never fails.

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

Enterprising, energetic, and wanted little beyond what the allowance might pay for. I wanted a mini bike but I was under the legal age for working in my state. So I cut grass, raked leaves, and shoveled snow at the age of 12. Took a full fall, winter, spring, and half of the summer but had that mini bike before my 13th birthday. Was able to keep the same neighbors as loyal customers until I was able to drive.

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

The House of Representatives is the largest body of elected federal officials and has the most diversity. It represents the people, not states. The least stringent requirements of federal elected office
anyone of 25 years of age or older who has been a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years can run for a House seat.

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

No not at all. I believe that the foresight of our four fathers to make congress a two year term was for a reason. They wanted turnover, they wanted all different occupations, faith, and ethnicities represent all the people.

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

The unification of our Country. We are at a crucial point in this countries history. We soon will face many problems and were not all going to agree with how to fix them. We are all different and our individuality is what makes us feel free. We are Americans and we must never give up our rights to speak our mind. But just because we disagree doesn't mean we are different. We are Americans and that's means we are united behind the idea of freedom. Unifying the American people for both creating economic equality and securing our individual freedoms is essential to save our country.

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

The bipartisan Veteran caucus. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs'. Armed Services. Foreign Affairs. Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Veteran Affairs.

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

Yes. However I do believe we need term limits.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

We need term limits for the following reasons. No particular party can keep control indefinably. Fewer career politicians. More opportunities for Leadership in communities. Less corruption. Term limits provide for less corporate influence.

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

Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.), Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii), Rep. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.), and Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) For the reason that these member's commitment to their job, their interest in constituent services and follow-up, their championing of issues and causes important to the national interest, their honesty, and their ability to get things done.

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?

Unfortunately NO. My current representative is a career hyper- partisan politician that has failed her district.

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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)