League of Women Voters of Ohio Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 4, 2008 Election
	Virgil G. Lovitt, II Answers Questions Candidate for State Representative; District 28

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What are the two most pressing issues you will face if you are elected? (50 word limit)

Ohio's economy and good, high-paying jobs are among the top issues that face our state. Another pressing issue is the state budget and funding our priorities while avoiding deficits like we are seeing today.

2. How will you address each of those issues? (100 word limit)

I will work to make sure Ohio's recent tax reforms are allowed to perform to their full potential, and partner with our local leaders on incentive programs for business and job creation which will spur economic development and growth.

The state budget needs to be managed in a way that ensures that we are funding our priorities while reducing overall spending.

3. What role should the state play in updating Ohio's aging infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and transit services and equipment, in order to promote economic revitalization? (100 word limit)

As Mayor of Sharonville, we have utilized state grants that provide 50% funding while requiring local matching dollars for infrastructure projects. State dollars for infrastructure go farther when counties and local government are invested in the project and are active participants. The state needs to collaborate with counties and local government in order to address infrastructure issues and revitalize our economy.

4. What role do state legislators have in reforming health care in the U.S.? (100 word limit)

Health care is a complex problem that does not have a simple solution. Real reform cannot happen without all stakeholders at the table. It will require the involvement of the state, industry leaders, health care providers, insurance companies, and representatives of the general public to achieve a comprehensive solution.

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