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Inspirational Quote

The question is not whether we will be extremists, but what kind of extremists we will be...The nation and the world are in dire need of creative extremists."— Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The time for “politics as usual” is past.
The time for public responsibility is upon us.

I have embarked on quite a journey. My journey actually is the product of many years of watching and learning from a broad range of public personalities, all wiser than me, I’m sure. Some of those who have inspired me were the founders of our blessed country. It is with this in mind that I share a couple of stories here about George Washington and the spirit of service that he embodied.

George Washington is best known as the Father of our Country and the general who led our first military through the heartbreak of Valley Forge to victory over the British. What many today don’t know is that when the war was over, he was offered the “monarchy” of this newly born country by officers under his command. It was a pivotal moment in history because he was then so popular that he could have received virtually anything he wanted. What isn’t as well known is that he was a humble man. Instead of becoming king of his new nation, he refused. Read More

When later it was suggested he stay on as President, he again refused citing the need for “shop keepers and farmers” to serve their country and then return to their professions.

Today, we have a political class that makes careers of political office. They are often chosen by prior career politicians and will likely themselves help to choose their successors. This isn’t a system that well serves the public good.

It is in part to break the chain of political entitlement that I am running for office. I do not seek a career, but rather service. Legacy isn’t my calling, unless it is the legacy of returning Ohio to its greatness, and then I seek no credit. Mine has been a life filled with challenges and opportunities met. I could be well satisfied and be looking to enjoy the fruits of my labors. But instead I’m looking to perhaps my life’s greatest challenge. Now it’s my turn to give back more than I’ve received. When that’s done, that will be enough.

Too often politicians think more about their political future than their public responsibility. The time for this “politics as usual” is past. The time for public responsibility is upon us; even when that means leaders have to sacrifice their own futures for the public good. We need leaders whose only concern is their community. We need leaders who are willing to risk their own “fortunes and sacred honor” for the people they serve. Read Less

Campaign Updates

NFIB Endorses Jeff Krabill

Posted on July 29th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

Good News! The NFIB Ohio SAFE Trust (National Federation of Independent Business) has endorsed my candidacy for State Representative. While their office will be notifying the media shortly, I wanted to share this good news with everyone right away. Here is what the NFIB said, “Your knowledge and sensitivity to business issues were key factors in our endorsement process. We believe…you will be a positive and proactive voice on behalf of small businesses while in the Ohio Legislature.” I am thrilled that one of America’s leading business advocates has endorsed me and I look forward to helping to rebuild Ohio’s economy when elected. -Jeff

Once in a lifetime!

Posted on July 25th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

That’s what will occur in August of this year. Feel free to pass this information along to friends, family and your local schools. This will be truly amazing.

-Jeff

It’s that time! Time to start thinking about yard signs!

Posted on July 12th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

If you’d like a yard sign this Fall, please e-mail us (name, address, phone number) at: yardsigns@jeffkrabill.com

Jeff Krabill Yard SignIf you have neighbors, friends, or associates from work, see if they would like a sign, then e-mail us their info.  If you’d like to be on the Krabill yard sign crew (put up, maintain and take down) we would love to hear from you, as well.

Thank you everyone so much.  I couldn’t be doing this without all the help from so many good friends!

July 18th – Sunday Brunch

Posted on June 22nd, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

July 18th (11:00am – 1:00pm)

This is a Sunday brunch at Tom & Marilyn Forster’s beautiful condo in Huron (1144 By The Shores).  Cost is $50/single, $75/couple.  Special guest host is State Senator and Mrs. Wagoner.  Enjoy a relaxed brunch and the beauty of Lake Erie.  Politics might just break out here, too!  (Reservations: 419-433-2741)

Future Events

We are planning at least two and maybe three events in Ottawa County during the August/September time frame.  Stay tuned for more details as we get things put together.

July 4th – Annual Ice Cream and Fireworks Event

Posted on June 22nd, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

July 4th (8:00pm – fireworks)

This is the annual ice cream and fireworks event on the LakeView Condo’s roof deck.  Not only can you see the Cedar Point fireworks, but 5 other displays at the same time.  Tickets are $20/person (kids under 10 free).  This is a family event (no alcohol).  Come and enjoy a relaxed evening among family and friends.  I’ll bet there’s a little politics being discussed!!!  Bring a lawn chair.  (Tickets: 419-433-2741)

June 26th – Door-to-Door Blitz!

Posted on June 22nd, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

June 26th (9:45am)

Join us for a joint Kasich/Krabill door-to-door blitz! We were honored to be the first to be asked to do such an event. The Kasich team has targeted Huron for this event. It will take about 3 hours and begins at the Southport Professional Bldg (304 Williams Street/Huron) with a conference call with John Kasich. Their team is sending about 30 volunteers up from Columbus for this blitz. We’d like to match that. Please join us. The more folks turning out, the bigger the job we can do and the easier it will be for everyone. If you can, e-mail us if you plan on helping. We’ll probably have some juice and rolls there for sustenance. Email ludwig.devon@gmail.com with questions or call 419-602-3345.

Did you know there were four verses to the National Anthem?

Posted on June 13th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

Listen to this Marine as he sings the fourth verse.  Very inspiring!

During my opponent’s first term in office…

Posted on June 7th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

  • School funding has been cut to most of Ohio’s districts for the first time since the DeRolph decision
  • Schools like Sandusky, Port Clinton and Danbury are all being whiplashed by the new HB1 (EBM) funding scheme, and
  • Sandusky will lose over $7 million annually when the current EBM is fully implemented.

But this isn’t enough havoc for one term in office. In his recent newsletter my opponent states, “We have also created a Renewable Energy School Pilot Program that promotes the innovative green energy industry in Ohio by requiring targeted school districts to install solar panels on their buildings. This commonsense measure will save money for Ohio schools and Ohio taxpayers while advancing our role in the alternative energy economy.” Several points about this statement jump out…

  • If an industry is truly “innovative”, it doesn’t need state government to force it on us.
  • “Requiring” schools to install anything is a mandate and flies in the face of a free society.
  • Where does the funding come from for these solar panels? Is this just another mandate being forced on local taxpayers?
  • “Commonsense” isn’t exactly what I would call a top down, Columbus-knows-best solution. Commonsense in America comes from the people.
  • As for saving money, no it doesn’t. What it does is shift the cost to a different taxpayer’s pocket. Frankly, whether that money is from Washington or Columbus, their hand is still our pocket.

This is all more of the same from Dennis Murray. But who is paying the bill?

Free Pocket Constitution

Posted on May 2nd, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

Just click here to download a free PDF of the Constitution AND instructions on how to put it together in just a few easy steps. Great for personal use, or share it with friends!

Tax Day at Erie County Young Republicans

Posted on April 20th, 2010 by Jeff Krabill

Read my blog on Tax Day at Erie County Young Republicans….