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Ohio Black Republicans and Candidates Talk 2010
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The Ohio Black Republican Forum was held on Sat., October 3, 2009, 10 am-3 pm at The Athletic Club of Columbus. Republican candidates for state office addressed the group regarding their campaign efforts, qualifications and interests in serving Ohio citizens. Each was engaged in Q&A regard-ing their positions on issues that significantly impact African Americans, i.e., jobs, school choice, re-entry, contracting with the state, etc. Guest presenters also spoke on relevant topics. All-in-all the forum presented an excellent opportunity for networking, dialogue with the candidates, and renewed commitment of black Republicans to support 2010 and future Republican campaigns and elections.
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Apps Akpofure, ORP
Coalitions and Outreach Dir.
Mr. Akpofure recently served as the Victory Outreach Director for Ohio, primarily focused on building and organizing statewide coalitions for the McCain-Palin presidential ticket. Prior to working on the McCain-Palin campaign, he served as an aide in the Ohio Senate for the Vice Chairman of the Judiciary & Criminal Justice Committee, Senator William J. Seitz III. Before working in the Ohio Senate, Mr. Akpofure was the Assistant Director of Coalitions for former Ohio Secretary of State, J. Kenneth Blackwell's Gubernatorial Campaign. He graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.A. in Economics and Political Science.
Mr. Akpofure is currently serving as a Board member for Africentric Personal Development Shop, Inc., a non-profit counseling institution whose primary goal is to prevent, treat, and eliminate substance abuse and violence in Central Ohio. |
I Am a Republican Because . . .
I BELIEVE the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person's dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility must be honored.
I BELIEVE in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.
I BELIEVE free enterprise and encouraging individual initiative have brought this nation opportunity, economic growth and prosperity.
I BELIEVE government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.
I BELIEVE the proper role of government is to provide for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.
I BELIEVE the most effective, responsible and responsive government is government closest to the people.
I BELIEVE Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the challenges of changing times.
I BELIEVE Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and human rights throughout the world.
Finally, I BELIEVE the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.
Source: Political Division of the Republican National Committee
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CLARENCE E. MINGO, II APPOINTED
FRANKLIN COUNTY AUDITOR
(Click on picture to view YouTube video)
On Wednesday, August 12, 2009, the Republican Party appointed Clarence Mingo as the new Franklin County auditor. Mingo, a 37-year-old attorney and Gulf War veteran, is the first black to hold the office. Auditor Mingo replaced Joe Testa who retired on July 31st. Testa has referred to Mingo as competent and electable. He also wrote to fellow members of the Republican party, "I would be proud to hand over the keys to the Franklin County auditor's office to him." Auditor Mingo and wife, Angela, have two young daughters. In his words, "For some, these offices are political prizes. For me, it is nothing but a privilege." He is expected to run to retain the office in 2010. (YouTube video produced by The Ohio Republican Party of which Clarence Mingo is also Chair of the Veterans Coalition.)
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Ohio Black Republicans Elected in '08
Sheriff Walter L. Davis, III
Delaware County Sheriff's Office
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Richard Atkinson
Youngstown Board of Education
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James N. Brady
Shaker Heights City Council
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Robert H. Fountain
Painesville City Council
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Judge James E. Green
Franklin County Municipal Court
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Vice Mayor Clara R. Pugh
Forest Park City Council
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*Visit the RESOURCES page to see a complete listing of African American Republican Officeholders in Ohio.
RNC CORNER
Since January 30, 2009, Michael S. Steele, the first black Chairman of the Republican National Committee and former Maryland Lt. Governor, has led the GOP charge toward a return to sound reasoning and conservative Republican principles. Under his capable leadership, the GOP is rebuilding the Party's image, reasserting core principles, values and message of inclusiveness, as well as re-branding itself for continued relevance, impact, and visionary leadership in the 21st century. Find out his 12-step plan for defeating the Obama Agenda in his new book: Right Now. For more info. on the GOP visit: http://www.rnc.org/. |
WE'RE ON A MISSION!
OBRA is on a challenging and exciting quest to identify and recruit individuals whose values and beliefs are consistent with the ideals, philosophy, and principles espoused by The Republican Party. Collectively, we can join in strengthening the Party, extending the outreach, and articulating the message of what is needed and how to bring about positive socioeconomic changes in the African American community and this great state. OBRA took its first major step towards this goal, in 2006, when it convened THE OHIO BLACK REPUBLICAN SUMMIT, an event which included Republican candidates, ORP leaders, officials, supporters and our members. It was a big success. (For a listing of local, state and national Republican events, visit the EVENTS page.)
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