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Patrick Glasgow
Patrick Glasgow (Libertarian Party) ran for election to the Ohio House of Representatives to represent District 68. Glasgow lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.
Glasgow completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2018. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2018
General election
General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 68
Incumbent Rick Carfagna defeated Kathleen Tate and Patrick Glasgow in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 68 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Rick Carfagna (R) | 63.9 | 35,093 |
 | Kathleen Tate (D) | 33.8 | 18,557 | |
Patrick Glasgow (L)  | 2.2 | 1,227 | ||
| Total votes: 54,877 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 68
Kathleen Tate advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 68 on May 8, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kathleen Tate | 100.0 | 4,293 |
| Total votes: 4,293 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 68
Incumbent Rick Carfagna advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 68 on May 8, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Rick Carfagna | 100.0 | 10,114 |
| Total votes: 10,114 | |||
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Campaign themes
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Patrick Glasgow completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Glasgow's responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
End Government Overreach, Comprehensive Tax Reform, Legalize Marijuana
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Education and Individual Liberties
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
Politically I look up to Ron Paul. He’s the reason why I became a Libertarian and his example of a good husband, father and statesman is something I can aspire to.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
Liberty Defined.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Personal Fortitude, Understanding, and Defication
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
I don’t view politics as a career. I want to use my position to improve freedom and protect individual liberties of my constituents.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
Serve to protect the rights of the people as laid out by the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Ohio.
What legacy would you like to leave?
I would like to be remembered as a Representative that stood up to the gross overreach of the current Legislature.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
I worked for Papa John’s as an Instore employee and Shift Manager from the time I was 16 to the time I was 21.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
My favorite holiday is Christmas. The meaning of this wonderful Holiday and the traditions associated with it are very important to me.
What is your favorite book? Why?
The Return of the King. Tolkien’s use of imagery, action, and plot inspired me to broaden my horizons and read many more books, fiction and nonfiction alike.
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
My wife and I lost a daughter in 2013 at 7 weeks old. That moment has been a struggle for me since.
How would you support the diverse needs of your district’s students, faculty, staff, and community?
Yes, working to pass or repeal legislation requires cooperation with members from all parties.
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
Not at all! I believe the biggest requirement is an understanding of the Constitution and Individual Liberties.
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
The restoration of Liberty for the expansion of the free market to bring back jobs to Ohio.
What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?
I believe the Governors Office and Legislature need to have a close working relationship while maintaining the separation of powers.
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
Yes, working to pass or repeal legislation requires cooperation with members from all parties.
What process do you favor for redistricting?
Non-Partisan Committee.
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
Agriculture and Rural Development, Government Accountability and Oversight
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
Ron Paul
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
Not at the current moment in time.
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See also
- State legislative elections, 2018
- Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2018
- Ohio House of Representatives
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