Pat Manley

This page was current at the end of the individual's last campaign covered by Ballotpedia. Please contact us with any updates.

Pat Manley

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 3, 2020

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Campaign Twitter

Personal LinkedIn

Pat Manley (Republican Party) ran for election to the Ohio House of Representatives to represent District 24. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Elections

2020

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 24

Incumbent Allison Russo defeated Pat Manley in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 24 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Allison Russo (D)	57.9	42,935
		Pat Manley (R)	42.1	31,202

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 74,137
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 24

Incumbent Allison Russo advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 24 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Allison Russo	100.0	11,826

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,826
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 24

Pat Manley advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 24 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pat Manley	100.0	4,386

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,386
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

2018

Ohio's 12th Congressional District regular election

See also: United States House of Representatives elections in Ohio, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Incumbent Troy Balderson defeated Danny O'Connor and Joe Manchik in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson (R)	51.4	175,677
		Danny O'Connor (D)	47.2	161,251
		Joe Manchik (G)	1.4	4,718
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0	1

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 341,647 (100.00% precincts reporting)
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Jonathan Veley (Independent)
• Matthew Brendan O'Connor (L)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Danny O'Connor	40.5	18,211
		John Russell	16.3	7,310
		Zach Scott	16.1	7,236
		Jackie Patton	14.0	6,299
		Ed Albertson	7.9	3,531
		Doug Wilson	3.7	1,683
		John Peters	1.5	670

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 44,940
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Crystal Lett (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson	28.7	19,552
		Melanie Leneghan	27.6	18,777
		Tim Kane	16.9	11,491
	Submit photo	Kevin Bacon	14.3	9,711
		Carol O'Brien	6.5	4,415
		Jon Halverstadt	1.7	1,130
		Mick Shoemaker Jr.	1.2	802
		Lawrence Cohen	1.2	798
		Pat Manley	1.1	741
		John Adams	0.9	618

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 68,035
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Brandon Grisez (R)
• Gary Chiero (R)

Green primary election

Green primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Joe Manchik advanced from the Green primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joe Manchik	100.0	181

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 181
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Ohio's 12th Congressional District special election

See also: Ohio's 12th Congressional District special election, 2018

General election

Special general election for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Troy Balderson defeated Danny O'Connor and Joe Manchik in the special general election for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson (R)	50.1	104,328
		Danny O'Connor (D)	49.3	102,648
		Joe Manchik (G)	0.6	1,165

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 208,141
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Jonathan Veley (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Special Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

The following candidates ran in the special Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Danny O'Connor	40.9	18,422
		Zach Scott	16.8	7,544
		John Russell	16.7	7,515
		Jackie Patton	13.6	6,111
		Ed Albertson	8.1	3,638
		Doug Wilson	3.9	1,771

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 45,001
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Crystal Lett (D)

Republican primary election

Special Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

The following candidates ran in the special Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Balderson	29.2	20,101
		Melanie Leneghan	28.3	19,437
		Tim Kane	17.1	11,743
	Submit photo	Kevin Bacon	14.3	9,819
		Carol O'Brien	6.4	4,406
		Jon Halverstadt	1.5	998
		Lawrence Cohen	1.2	807
		Mick Shoemaker Jr.	1.1	750
		Pat Manley	1.1	729

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 68,790
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Gary Chiero (R)
• Brandon Grisez (R)

Green primary election

Special Green primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12

Joe Manchik advanced from the special Green primary for U.S. House Ohio District 12 on May 8, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Joe Manchik	100.0	197

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.	Total votes: 197
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

2014

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2014

Elections for the Ohio House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on May 6, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was February 5, 2014. Kathy Hoff was unopposed in the Democratic primary, while incumbent Stephanie Kunze defeated Pat Manley in the Republican primary. Mark Noble ran as a Libertarian candidate. Kunze defeated Hoff and Noble in the general election.

Ohio House of Representatives, District 24 General Election, 2014

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Stephanie Kunze Incumbent	57.2%	22,874
	Democratic	Kathy Hoff	37.7%	15,058
	Libertarian	Mark Noble	5.1%	2,032
Total Votes				39,964

Ohio House of Representatives, District 24 Republican Primary, 2014

Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Stephanie Kunze Incumbent	58.6%	5,092
Pat Manley	41.4%	3,595
Total Votes		8,687

Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Pat Manley did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

2018

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's candidate surveys

Pat Manley participated in Ballotpedia's candidate survey on April 6, 2018. The survey questions appear in bold, and Pat Manley's responses follow below.

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

“

1) Create more high paying manufacturing jobs and increase related vocational training. 2) AS a businessman, it is imperative to lower taxes and cut federal spending if we expect long term economic growth. 3) Strengthen both border security and military to safeguard our national sovereignty.

”

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Why?

“

I am passionate about returning control of education back to local schools, teachers and parents. I have no problem with states setting general standards, but the federal government should have no role in education. Ultimately I would like to shut down the Department of Education and end federal funding of schools, which will require lowering federal taxes by an amount equal to the percentage of income taxes now budgeted for education by Congress.

”

Ballotpedia also asked the candidate a series of optional questions. Pat Manley answered the following:

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

“

I look up to my father more than anyone. He passed away in 2009. My dad worked very hard, was a wonderful father and always stuck to his principles in everything he did. We never had much financially, but being around him every day was more valuable than all the money in the world. He was just an incredible role model and an even greater man.

”

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

“

"American Experience:The Presidents- Reagan"- My beliefs were very much shaped by the former President.

”

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

“

An elected official must be willing listen to those who are impacted most by their decisions.

”

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

“

I believe I will be successful because my number one priority in office is to place the needs of the district first and I will do what I say I will do.

”

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

“

Core responsibilities are to understand where the voters in my district stand on the issues, to be accessible and receptive to their suggestions, then to fight on behalf of those you represent.

”

What legacy would you like to leave?

“

I don't think about my legacy. If I do the right thing, stand up for the Constitution, and treat others with respect, any legacy will take care of itself.

”

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

“

The assassination of John F. Kennedy. I was eight years old and in third grade. It was the first and only time I saw my father cry.

”

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

“

My first job was in seventh grade selling potato chips at local minor league football games. I did this for two years along wit cleaning carpets with my dad.

”

What happened on your most awkward date?

“

My car broke down on my way back from a school dance. Not a great first impression.

”

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

“

July 4th. I love the atmosphere and the fireworks, but its the meaning behind the celebration that I most love.

”

What is your favorite book? Why?

“

One of my favorite books is "Freedom's Forge: How American Business Produced Victory in World War II", by Arthur Herman. It is the true story of how America's industries led our country from total unpreparedness to defeating Nazi Germany and Japan in only a few short years. If the story were not true, no one would believe it.

”

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

“

An honest Congressman!

”

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

“

My dad's Coast Guard duffel bag from WWII. It traveled with him all over the Pacific, including to Japan immediately after the A-bomb was dropped, so I feel it is a connection to history as well as my dad when he was a very young man.

”

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

“

"Danny Boy"

”

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

“

I never look at obstacles as being a struggle, as much as I look at them as challenges to overcome. One of the most challenging events in my life was when I was diagnosed with leukemia in 2011. It was literally a life and death struggle made difficult by the fact that your enemy is silent, invisible and never rests.

”

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

“

The House of Representatives is the branch of government closest to the People and the only branch that controls the purse strings. This means that a member of the House has the most direct connection to the voters and is the most accountable to them. Anyone who running for this office needs to understand this or they should not run in the first place.

”

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

“

Absolutely not. In fact, I believe previous political experience is a huge liability and brings with it bad habits and a culture that rewards the politically weak for being ineffective. The number one reason why Congress is such a mess is it infested with individuals who were promoted from local and state government to a seat in Congress. A representative from the private sector, specifically from the business world, is better connected to the voters and understand how to get things done.

”

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

“

Immigration, border security and education.

”

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

“

Budget: Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education. Science, Space and Technology: Space Small Business: Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access

”

If you are a current representative, why did you join your current committees?

“

N/A

”

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

“

Yes.

”

What are your thoughts on term limits?

“

I support term limits in Congress and the Supreme Court.

”

What process do you favor for redistricting?

“

I support redistricting in order to make each district more compact.

”

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

“

Yes, the role of

”

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

“

Senator Mike Lee. He is one of the most solidly constitutional members of Congress in many decades.

”

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?

“

I've had many. One that stands out is a woman I met who worked for years to be promoted to a successful restaurant manager position, only to have her dreams taken away by an auto accident that impaired her ability to handle the many responsibilities that come with the job. She was forced to quit, but after three years, refuses to accept any type of disability payments or government assistance. Her story was heartbreaking, but her determination is admirable. She is a role model for the American spirit that never quits and never takes no for an answer. I have no doubt she will overcome her injuries and find success in the near future.

”

See also

2020 Elections

What's on the ballot? U.S. President U.S. Congress U.S. Congress special elections State executives State legislatures State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Election analysis hub

Government

Who represents me? U.S. Congress State executives State legislators State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards

Newsletters

Coronavirus Weekly Updates Documenting America's Path to Recovery The Heart of the Primaries The Daily Brew The Weekly Brew The Ballot Bulletin Checks and Balances Economy and Society Hall Pass Number of the Day Robe & Gavel Union Station

External links

Suggest a link

• Search Google News for this topic
• Official campaign website
• Pat Manley on Facebook
• Pat Manley on Twitter

Footnotes

[show]

Current members of the Ohio House of Representatives

Leadership

Speaker of the House:Jason Stephens

Majority Leader:Marilyn John

Representatives

District 1

Dontavius Jarrells (D)

District 2

Latyna Humphrey (D)

District 3

Ismail Mohamed (D)

District 4

Beryl Piccolantonio (D)

District 5

Meredith Lawson‐Rowe (D)

District 6

Christine Cockley (D)

District 7

Allison Russo (D)

District 8

Anita Somani (D)

District 9

Munira Abdullahi (D)

District 10

Mark Sigrist (D)

District 11

Crystal Lett (D)

District 12

Brian Stewart (R)

District 13

Tristan Rader (D)

District 14

Sean Brennan (D)

District 15

Chris Glassburn (D)

District 16

Bride Rose Sweeney (D)

District 17

Mike Dovilla (R)

District 18

Juanita Brent (D)

District 19

Phil Robinson (D)

District 20

Terrence Upchurch (D)

District 21

Eric Synenberg (D)

District 22

Darnell Brewer (D)

District 23

Dan Troy (D)

District 24

Dani Isaacsohn (D)

District 25

Cecil Thomas (D)

District 26

Sedrick Denson (D)

District 27

Rachel Baker (D)

District 28

Karen Brownlee (D)

District 29

Cindy Abrams (R)

District 30

Mike Odioso (R)

District 31

Bill Roemer (R)

District 32

Jack Daniels (R)

District 33

Veronica Sims (D)

District 34

Derrick Hall (D)

District 35

Steve Demetriou (R)

District 36

Andrea White (R)

District 37

Tom Young (R)

District 38

Desiree Tims (D)

District 39

Phil Plummer (R)

District 40

Rodney Creech (R)

District 41

Erika White (D)

District 42

Elgin Rogers (D)

District 43

Michele Grim (D)

District 44

Josh Williams (R)

District 45

Jennifer Gross (R)

District 46

Thomas Hall (R)

District 47

Diane Mullins (R)

District 48

Scott Oelslager (R)

District 49

Jim Thomas (R)

District 50

Matthew Kishman (R)

District 51

Jodi Salvo (R)

District 52

Gayle Manning (R)

District 53

Joe Miller (D)

District 54

Kellie Deeter (R)

District 55

Michelle Teska (R)

District 56

Adam Mathews (R)

District 57

Jamie Callender (R)

District 58

Lauren McNally (D)

District 59

Tex Fischer (R)

District 60

Brian Lorenz (R)

District 61

Beth Lear (R)

District 62

Jean Schmidt (R)

District 63

Adam Bird (R)

District 64

Nick Santucci (R)

District 65

David Thomas (R)

District 66

Sharon Ray (R)

District 67

Melanie Miller (R)

District 68

Thaddeus Claggett (R)

District 69

Kevin Miller (R)

District 70

Brian Lampton (R)

District 71

Levi Dean (R)

District 72

Heidi Workman (R)

District 73

Jeff LaRe (R)

District 74

Bernard Willis (R)

District 75

Haraz Ghanbari (R)

District 76

Marilyn John (R)

District 77

Meredith Craig (R)

District 78

Matt Huffman (R)

District 79

Monica Robb Blasdel (R)

District 80

Johnathan Newman (R)

District 81

James Hoops (R)

District 82

Roy Klopfenstein (R)

District 83

Ty Mathews (R)

District 84

Angela King (R)

District 85

Tim Barhorst (R)

District 86

Tracy Richardson (R)

District 87

Riordan McClain (R)

District 88

Gary Click (R)

District 89

D.J. Swearingen (R)

District 90

Justin Pizzulli (R)

District 91

Bob Peterson (R)

District 92

Mark Johnson (R)

District 93

Jason Stephens (R)

District 94

Kevin Ritter (R)

District 95

Don Jones (R)

District 96

Ron Ferguson (R)

District 97

Adam Holmes (R)

District 98

Mark Hiner (R)

District 99

Sarah Fowler (R)

Republican Party (65)

Democratic Party (34)