Governor Strickland Strongly Supports John Carney

October 23, 2007 - Governor Ted Strickland lent his support to John Carney in his bid of the 22nd District of the Ohio House of Representatives. The Governor said "I pledge to John tonight that I will do whatever I can to help him be successful. That means helping him with resources and using whatever influence I have on his behalf." The Governor was joined by Chairman Chris Redfern, Minority Leader Joyce Beatty and over 100 key supporters in a fundraiser that kick started John's 2008 campaign. Carney relayed "I feel a sense of great responsibility and obligation ... to help build a better Ohio and that's what we are going to do."

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Columbus Dispatch: Carney is qualified, ready to face state’s biggest challenges

"Carney is an attorney who assists doctors in setting up medical practices. He’s made the accessibility and affordability of health care and improving Ohio’s education the cornerstones of his campaign...Carney has sorely needed expertise in healthcare issues and is well-spoken and energetic." [Read the full article...]

John Glenn Lends His Support to John Carney's Education Plan

October 2006 - Former Senator John Glenn attended a fundraiser for John Carney to support John's plan for improving education within the state. "We are just lucky to have good people like John ... to try and make a positive change particularly on education" said Senator Glenn. John's education plan maximizes state resources by increasing funding in key areas like science and mathematics. Senator Glenn worked tirelessly on this issue throughout his many years as a public servant for Ohio. "What John is talking about on education is very, very important and the state has to take the lead on this" said Senator Glenn.

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