Local Election Outcomes Highlight an Inefficient and Broken System
Some thoughts on the 2020 election. We look at levy issues for schools and roads, how our endorsed candidates fared, and the odd nature of unopposed elections. Looking to the future, we hope that new elected officials will push for change in the Dayton area.
An Interview with David Brannon
We sat down and interviewed David Brannon, candidate for Montgomery County Probate court judge. David talked about some key initiatives he plans to implement as probate judge, which is refreshing to hear from a judicial candidate. He also discussed some issues that are important to Reconstructing Dayton, such as consolidating the municipal courts in Montgomery County and the odd partisan structure of judicial races. We’re not endorsing any judicial candidates, but we do think you should give this article a read before committing to either Arvin Miller or David Brannon.
John McManus: Endorsed by Reconstructing Dayton
After a lengthy interview with John McManus, Reconstructing Dayton is proud to endorse him for Montgomery County Treasurer. McManus is committed to transparency and fighting corruption, two things that are very important to us at Reconstructing Dayton. Check out the full interview.
Taxation Without Representation in Montgomery County
Your income tax goes to the local government where you work instead of where you live. This means you are being taxed without being represented. Our state coronavirus relief bill has a provision to keep this structure in place even if you work from home. Now that a repeal of this provision has been proposed, cities are fighting back. We support the repeal and going a step further: all income taxes should go to a government where you have a vote. This country was founded on the concept that individuals should not be taxed without representation. Ohioans shouldn’t put up with it.
Zach Dickerson: Endorsed by Reconstructing Dayton
We interviewed Zach Dickerson, candidate for Montgomery County Clerk of Courts. Based on our interview, research, and other interactions with Zach, we feel confident that he would make for a better Clerk than incumbent Mike Foley. We also believe that he would be more receptive to big ideas that would make the Clerk’s office run more efficiently and save taxpayers money. Therefore, we will be endorsing Zach Dickerson for Montgomery County’s Clerk of Courts.
An Interview with Bob Matthews
We interview Bob Matthews, a candidate for County Commissioner looking to unseat incumbent Debbie Lieberman.