Joshua Kolasinski

Why they say you should vote for them

The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.

• Says the district needs "representation that's in the interest of the people more than the political theatrics of recent years."[2]
• Says federal tax dollars should be used in local communities rather than on wars or corporate welfare.[2],[4]
• Proposes a district-based "Registered Voter Lobby" so constituents, rather than major donors, guide his decisions.[1],[2]
• Describes himself as an independent-minded voter who has voted for both parties, emphasizing "Integrity, Character, and Trust."[1]

Background

• Owner, Flex Biomedical LLC (medical equipment installation, testing and repair)[2],[3]

Education

• Associate degree, Owens Community College[5]
• Bachelor's degree, Siena Heights University[5]

Where they stand

• Elections & Democracy
  Supports overturning Citizens United, banning members of Congress from trading individual stocks, and congressional term limits.[1],[3],[6]
• Health Care
  Supports universal basic health care or a single-payer option, Medicare drug price negotiation and price transparency.[1],[3],[6]
• Foreign Policy
  Says Congress should reclaim its war powers, opposes "wars of choice," and wants the war with Iran ended.[1],[6]
• Public Safety
  Opposes for-profit prisons and supports treating addiction as a health issue.[1],[3]
• Education
  Opposes school voucher programs and supports apprenticeships, trade schools, community colleges and lower student loan interest rates.[1]
• Energy & Environment
  Opposes data center projects that shift energy and water costs onto Ohio residents.[1]

Voting record

Joshua Kolasinski has not held an office with a recorded voting record. See Background and Where they stand.

In their words