Endorsements
The United Auto Workers are proud to endorse Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. The members of the UAW understand that Jennifer will run our elections with integrity, assist individuals to create jobs that Ohio needs, and continue to improve transparency within government"

United Auto Workers

Ohio AFL-CIO
Ohio’s labor community is very pleased to have such a high-caliber candidate as Jennifer Garrison for Ohio Secretary of State. She is a great addition to the statewide ticket because she shares our concerns and supports our agenda of economic development and fairness for working families."

Ohio AFL-CIO

The IBEW is pleased to endorse Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. She has pledged to protect workers and their jobs, believes in transparent and accountable government, and will run elections with integrity that will ensure every Ohioans' vote counts."

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Ohio Association of Bridge, Structural, and Ornamental and Reinforcing Ironworkers
The Ironworkers are proud to endorse Jennifer Garrison and look forward to helping her become the next secretary of state. We know that she will protect Ohio workers, run fair elections, and continue her work to make government more transparent and accountable to the people"

Ohio Association of Bridge, Structural, and Ornamental and Reinforcing Ironworkers

Ohio Boilermakers and its members endorse Jennifer Garrison to be Secretary of State because she has been a tireless advocate for working families and has pledged to protect Ohio workers"

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers

Building Trades
The Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council knows that Jennifer will work to administer fair elections, continue her support of transparent government, and work to create and protect jobs for Ohioans "

Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council

The Ohio State Association of Plumbers, Pipefitters, Service Technicians, Sprinklerfitters and Steamfitters are proud to endorse Jennifer Garrison in the race for Ohio Secretary of State. Jennifer has a strong record of fighting for working families, supporting job creation, and defending workers rights in Ohio. Jennifer Garrison has demonstrated and believes in accountable, transparent government. Her belief will ensure our elections are run with integrity. Our members look forward to working with Jennifer Garrison to become the next Secretary of State."

Ohio State Association of Plumber, Pipefitters, Service Technicians, Sprinklerfitters and Steamfitters

Mineworkers
The United Mineworkers Association is proud to endorse Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. Jennifer is a proven leader, who will be a champion for fair elections, creation and retention of jobs and to be a voice for all Ohioans. She is the leader that Ohio needs."

United Mine Workers of America - Ohio Compact

Representative Jennifer Garrison has the necessary experience and knowledge to be the next Secretary of State. She has worked tirelessly to improve transparency and accountability in government; consistently supported job creation efforts; and advocated on behalf of Ohio's families. The Painters believe that Rep Garrison will use the same tenacity she has shown thus far to ensure fair and open elections."

International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 6

Teamsters
Representative Jennifer Garrison has a long and proven track record advocating on behalf of working families in Ohio. The Teamsters and its 80,000 active members fully support and endorse Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. "

Ohio Conference of Teamsters

The Communications Workers of America is endorsing Jennifer Garrison in her bid to become Ohio Secretary of State. She has consistently supported efforts to create jobs in our state, to expand opportunities in education and health care, and to ensure integrity and fairness in state government. Jennifer Garrison is the best candidate for Secretary of State in the Democratic primary and will prove to be the most effective candidate in the general election in 2010."

Communications Workers of America

Linda Bolon
The greatest political leaders focus most of their energy and attention not on themselves, but on the needs and attitudes of the people they serve. I have had the pleasure of serving with Representative Garrison in the Ohio General Assembly and I have seen first hand a great leader. Representative Garrison takes the time to thoroughly research the issues and make informed decisions on behalf of her constituents. It is my great honor to endorse Representative Garrison for Ohio Secretary of State. She is the leader Ohio needs."

State Rep. Linda Bolon (D-1st Ohio House District)
Ohio House District Vice Chair – House Finance and Appropriations Committee

Capri Cafaro
Representative Garrison is a tireless advocate for the people of Ohio. She will bring intellect and a spirit of service to the job of Secretary of State”.

Senate Minority Leader Capri Cafaro

Denise Driehaus
As a smart, hardworking and committed public servant, Jennifer is well suited to become our next Secretary of State.".

State Rep. Denise Driehaus (D-31st Ohio House District)

Steve Driehaus
I am proud to endorse my friend Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. She is a tireless worker and will work hard everyday to improve the lives of Ohio families."

Congressman Steve Driehaus (D-1st Ohio House District)

Stephen Dyer
Jennifer garrison has been a tireless fighter for Ohio's families. Her fight to establish a constitutional school funding system will be a great contrast with Jon Husted who has spent his career fighting for the unconstitutional system he helped create. "

State Rep. Stephen Dyer (D-43rd Ohio House District)

Lorraine Fende
Jennifer Garrison is the qualified leader we need to continue free and fair elections in Ohio. Rep. Garrison's plan of using the Secretary of State's office to assist in job creation for Ohio is the leadership Ohio needs."

State Rep. Lorraine Fende (D-62nd Ohio House District)

Sandra Stabile Harwood "It is my great pleasure and honor to support my friend and colleague Representative Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State. I have worked closely with Representative Garrison for several years on many issues of great importance for all Ohioans.

Representative Garrison is one the the most intelligent individuals that I have ever had the pleasure to work with and she is well versed on matters of law as well as policy and legislation. The respect and trust she has earned is demonstrated by the fact that her colleagues chose her for a position of leadership as Majority Floor Leader of the Ohio House of Representatives.

Ohioans have been well-represented by Representative Garrison and I feel confident that Ohioans can rest assured that in her capacity as Secretary of State she will continue her long standing commitment to open, fair and honest government. Her record speaks for itself as does her character, integrity and leadership abilities.
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State Rep. Sandra Stabile Harwood (D-65th Ohio House District)

Matt Lundy
I have watched her take on the most complex issues and find creative solutions. Her energy and focus have made her a proven leader."

State Rep. Matt Lundy (D-57th Ohio House District)

Deborah Newcomb
Jennifer Garrison possesses the necessary leadership skills to truly make a difference in the Secretary of State Office. As Chairman of Public Utilities, I personally witnessed Jennifer's commitment to passing good bills and her diligence and perseverance helped formulate groundbreaking legislation in the area of advanced energy. Jennifer Garrison will bring that same steadfast ability to this position."

State Rep. Deborah Newcomb (D-99th Ohio House District)

 

Mark Okey
I endorse Jennifer Garrison for Secretary of State because she has demonstrated the work ethic and attention to detail necessary to be a successful state officeholder. As an experienced attorney Jennifer Garrison will be able to handle the complex litigation that often involves the Secretary of State's office."

State Rep. Mark Okey (D-61st Ohio House District)

 

Debbi Phillips
Allan Sayre
Jennifer Garrison has the integrity and qualifications to lead the Secretary of State’s office. Her experience in state government will ensure fair and open elections and support job creation for our State”.

Assistant Majority Whip, Allan Sayre

 

Stephen Slesnick
Jennifer Garrison has not only excelled in prudent leadership, by acting as a key component in picking up the House majority, but has expressed vital interest in what issues are at hand. This is apparent when I hear Rep. Garrison question the economic factor in every piece of legislation. It is extremely important now more than ever that we elect the most qualified and effective person to hold this position and I believe that Jennifer Garrison is has proven over and over that she is that person to serve as our next Secretary of State."

State Rep. Stephen Slesnick (D-52nd Ohio House District)

 

Click Here - Rep. Matt Szollosi
...you can see standing behind me we have legislators from all four corners of this state. And that doesn't happen by coincidence or by accident. It happened because of her leadership in representing all of the interests, urban and rural, across the great state of Ohio."

Rep. Matt Szollosi (D-49th District)

Zach Space
Jennifer Garrison is tough, tenacious and prepared to be a great Secretary of State. He added, "Jennifer Garrison has my full support and she will make us proud."

Congressman Zach Space (D-18th District)

Click Here - Rep. Fred Strahorn
I served with Jennifer Garrison and she has the experience and qualifications to continue to move the Secretary of State’s office and Ohio forward. I know she will fight for transparency, fair elections, and to bring jobs to Ohio.”

Sen. Fred Strahorn (D-1st Ohio Senate District)

Rep. Brian Williams
With a sense of excitement, I lend my support for Ohio Secretary of State to Jennifer Garrison!! Rep. Garrison and I were elected to the Ohio House together four and one half years ago. I have watched her grow in this capacity to the point of becoming a significant leader of the Democratic Caucus and of the House . Her understanding of complex legislation (school funding, election law, energy) has made her an invaluable member of our team. She will bring that same intellect and enthusiasm to this most important State office."

State Rep. Brian Williams (D-41st Ohio House District)

Click Here - Rep. Charlie Wilson
Jennifer's successes across Southeastern Ohio have always impressed me, and I know that her hard work and tenacity will serve all Ohioans well when she is Secretary of State."

Congressman Charlie Wilson (D-6th District)

Tyrone Yates
Majority Leader Jennifer Garrison is an intelligent and thoughtful leader in the Ohio House. I know that she will prove to be an outstanding Ohio Secretary of State fulfilling the duty of insuring that Ohio voter's rights are guaranteed and strengthened.”

State Rep. Tyrone Yates (D-33rd Ohio House District)

Ronald Gerberry
It is my distinct pleasure to endorse my friend and colleague Jenniffer Garrison for Ohio Secretary of State. Jennifer is smart, hardworking, honest, tough and knows what is truly important personally and professionally. She is a mother, wife ,lawyer and committed public servant. No one will out work her and I enthusiasticly support her for Secretary of State."

State Rep. Ron Gerberry (D – 59th Ohio House District)

Connie Pillich

State Rep. Connie Pillich (D-28th Ohio House District)

Clayton Luckie

State Rep. Clayton Luckie (D-39th Ohio House District)

Joseph Koziura

State Rep. Joe Koziura (D-56th Ohio House District)

Todd Book

State Rep. Todd Book (D-89th Ohio House District)

Dennis Murray

State Rep. Dennis Murray (D-80th Ohio House District)

Kathleen Chandler

State Rep. Kathleen Chandler (D-68th Ohio House District)

John Domenick

State Rep. John Domenick (D-95th Ohio Hosue District)

Peter Ujvagi

State Rep. Peter Ujvagi (D-47th Ohio House District)

Raymond Pryor

State Rep. Ray Pryor (D-85th Ohio House District)

Tom Letson

State Rep. Tom Letson (D-64th Ohio House District)

Roland Winburn

State Rep. Roland Winburn (D-40th Ohio House District)

Jason Wilson

State Sen. Jason Wilson (D-30th Ohio Senate District)

Sue Morano

State Sen. Sue Morano (D-13th Ohio Senate District)

Tom Sawyer

State Sen. Tom Sawyer (D-28th Ohio Senate District)

Eric Kearney

State Sen. Eric Kearney (D-9th Ohio Senate District)

 

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