Tiberi, Pryce stay in Congress
Republican incumbent and Ohio State alumnus Patrick J. Tiberi was re-elected to his office in the 12th Congressional District race yesterday.
Tiberi received 69 percent of the votes, compared to the 31 percent received by Democrat Edward Brown.
Tiberi is a resident of the Northland area of Columbus, a graduate of Northland High School and received his bachelor’s degree in journalism from Ohio State.
Brown has been a computer science engineer for 30 years and spent three years in the United States Army. He received his bachelor’s degree in computer science and mathematics from Otterbein College.
After months of intensive preparation, Republican incumbent Deborah Pryce was re-elected to her seat in the 15th Congressional District yesterday.
Pryce received 69 percent of the total votes from the electorate within her district while her challenger, Democrat Mark P. Brown obtained 31 percent of the vote with 42 percent of precincts reporting.
OSU student loses bid for House seat
Ohio State student Stephen Reinhardt was handily defeated in yesterday’s election for Ohio’s 27th House District seat.
Democrat Joyce Beatty was re-elected to her seat in the Ohio legislature with 83 percent of the vote.
“I will go back and will take the message of the people,” Beatty said. “Tonight is about the children, family, seniors, our community and fighting for what’s right. You came out in force and voted.”
Beatty, the incumbent and House minority whip, is excited about picking up more of the University District after re-districting and will focus on platforms similar to her opponent. Higher education funding and crime legislation will be at the top of Beatty’s agenda.
Democrat gains Ohio Senate spot
Two seasoned politicians vied for the 15th District Ohio Senate seat yesterday, and Democratic candidate Ray Miller came out on top, defeating Republican candidate Lorena Lacey.
Miller garnered 73 percent of the vote with 97 percent of precincts reporting.
“In 200 years, Franklin County has had two African-American senators,” Miller said. “And with your help, I am the third African-American senator from the 15th district.”
Miller’s platform was based on safety and safety education within the University District, as well as discount prescription drugs for senior citizens.
Miller, who has had 16 years of legislative experience and served as the 22nd District representative prior to this election, is also concerned with funding for Ohio colleges and universities.
Deters re-elected as Ohio’s treasurer
Republican incumbent Joe Deters was re-elected to the position of state treasurer yesterday, defeating his Democratic opponent Mary Boyle.
Since 1998, Treasurer Deters and his office have won 13 national awards for efficiency and innovation. He has been instrumental in using modern technology to streamline Ohio’s banking practices.
“I am very humbled that you have returned me for a second term,” Deters said. “I am going to protect your money. Thank you for your confidence.”
Deters said his primary goal continues to be the protection and investment of Ohio tax dollars.
Republicans win Supreme Court race
Ohio voters elected two Republicans to the Ohio Supreme Court.
Current Lt. Gov. Maureen O’Connor won the open seat for the term that begins Jan. 1, defeating opponent Judge Tim Black.
In the separate race for the term that begins on Jan. 2, incumbent Justice Evelyn Stratton won her re-election bid over Judge Janet Burnside.
“It’s a great opportunity to return to the bench,” O’Connor said. “I look forward to serving all Ohioans and serving with the six other members.”
“I have a message for Ohio – ‘You can have a positive campaign and win,” Stratton said. “I intend to serve fairly, impartially and not on anyone’s side.”
After the election, five Republicans and two Democrats comprise the Ohio Supreme Court.
