Nan Whaley in 2018 OH Governor's race
On Drugs:
Ohio's heroin epidemic caused by drug companies
The heroin epidemic is no accident. It didn't just happen. It started with the drug companies.
The drug companies made this mess, and it's time they stopped passing the buck to Ohio's taxpayers and started paying to clean it up.
Source: 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial website NanWhaleyForOhio.com
Aug 8, 2017
On Health Care:
Medicaid crucial to helping addicts; don't throw people off
Medicaid covers both inpatient and outpatient drug rehabilitation. It also pays for a significant share of states' buprenorphine medication-assisted treatment. In my Montgomery County, where 773 treatment beds aren't nearly enough to respond to our
ever-growing need, it's critical that we expand treatment options, not make them out-of-reach by throwing people off their health insurance. The same is true for states and counties across the country.
Source: US News & World Report on 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial race
Jul 24, 2017
On Civil Rights:
Presided over one of first Ohio gay marriages
Nan Whaley was proud to preside over one of the first same-sex weddings in the state after the
U.S. Supreme Court struck down legislation banning the unions.
Source: Dayton Daily News on 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial race
May 8, 2017
On Tax Reform:
Shift tax burden to rich
Nan Whaley has been a persistent critic of state funding cuts to local governments and says wealthier
Ohioans are not paying their fair share in taxes.
Source: Dayton Daily News on 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial race
May 8, 2017
On War & Peace:
U.S. should take in Syrian refugees
Nan Whaley advocated for the
United States to accept more Syrian refugees.
Source: Dayton Daily News on 2018 Ohio Gubernatorial race
May 8, 2017
On Civil Rights:
Being young & female in politics offers unique leadership
Q: You were the youngest woman ever chosen for a city commission seat. How did you navigate in an environment that was predominantly male and older?A: I've always been in politics. The environment has always been predominantly male. However,
recognizing a uniqueness can be a real value in a system like politics because you can stand out more, and it gives you more opportunity to say something that may be a little nuanced or different. This has always been the case for me. I think it's an
asset rather than a liability. That's fundamental. When you are running for office or any kind of system, you have to consider the unique attributes that will help you stand out and provide a different perspective in that team or in that area.
Q:
Where did that mindset come from?
A: If you are a leader, generally you like to make changes. There are some people that don't like to lead. And that's alright. I think you just have to know that about yourself--whether you like to create change or not
Source: LeanInOhio.com on 2018 Ohio governor race
Oct 16, 2015
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