Michele Reynolds
Michele Reynolds (Republican Party) is a member of the Ohio State Senate, representing District 3. She assumed office on January 1, 2023. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026.
Reynolds (Republican Party) ran for election to the Ohio State Senate to represent District 3. She won in the general election on November 8, 2022.
Reynolds completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Michele Reynolds was born in Kankakee, Illinois. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Cincinnati in 1998 and a graduate degree from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2016. Her career experience includes working as a business owner and nonprofit CEO. Reynolds was elected as Madison Township Trustee in 2019.[1]
Reynolds has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]
- Jo Ann Davidson Ohio Leadership Institute, member
- Asian American Commerce Group
- Columbus Realtors
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated
- National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice - Ohio Chapter
- Ohio Black Republican Association
- Columbus Chapter of the NAACP
- Canal Winchester Humans Services Board, trustee
Sponsored legislation
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Committee assignments
2023-2024
Reynolds was assigned to the following committees:
- Community and Family Advancement Committee
- Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee
- Judiciary Committee, Vice Chair
- Senate Rules and Reference Committee
- Workforce and Higher Education Committee
- Joint Medicaid Oversight Committee
Elections
2022
See also: Ohio State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for Ohio State Senate District 3
Michele Reynolds defeated incumbent Tina Maharath in the general election for Ohio State Senate District 3 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Michele Reynolds (R)  | 52.4 | 61,723 |
 | Tina Maharath (D) | 47.6 | 56,023 | |
| Total votes: 117,746 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 3
Incumbent Tina Maharath advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 3 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Tina Maharath | 100.0 | 6,848 |
| Total votes: 6,848 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 3
Michele Reynolds advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 3 on August 2, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michele Reynolds | 100.0 | 6,327 |
| Total votes: 6,327 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
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2018
General election
General election for Franklin County Commission
Incumbent Marilyn Brown defeated Michele Reynolds in the general election for Franklin County Commission on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Marilyn Brown (D) | 63.9 | 300,985 |
| Michele Reynolds (R) | 36.1 | 169,958 | |
| Total votes: 470,943 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Franklin County Commission
Incumbent Marilyn Brown advanced from the Democratic primary for Franklin County Commission on May 8, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marilyn Brown | 100.0 | 73,427 |
| Total votes: 73,427 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Franklin County Commission
Michele Reynolds advanced from the Republican primary for Franklin County Commission on May 8, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michele Reynolds | 100.0 | 38,516 |
| Total votes: 38,516 | |||
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Green primary election
No Green candidates ran in the primary.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Samuel Richards (G)
Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Michele Reynolds completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Reynolds' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Michele worked in public service and held various positions in City and County government, including Assistant Clerk of the Board of the Hamilton County Commissioners and the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development in Akron, Ohio. After leaving the public sector to build a private, nonprofit sector career, Michele ran for countywide office 19 years later as the endorsed Republican Candidate for Franklin County Commissioner. In 2019, she was elected Township Trustee for Madison Township in Franklin County.
Michele Reynolds is a faith leader, public servant, and successful business owner with over 25 years of professional experience in business, government, and non-profit management. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine appointed her as the Director of the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, where she managed a $13.5M budget. She operates multiple businesses in 5 Ohio cities, including Columbus, Akron, Mansfield, Chillicothe and Cleveland. She is a former adjunct instructor of Kaplan College, teaching in the Criminal Justice Technology program for 3 years.
- Michele Reynolds is a leader with 25-year track record of producing results.
- Michele Reynolds is fighting for our economy and creating solutions for local communities.
- Michele Reynolds promises to prioritize public safety and support reducing rising crime rates.
100% PRO-LIFE
Valuing life at its inception is the foundation of where all compassion begins. I support pregnancy life centers and holistic maternal health accommodations that uplift women and create solutions for families to have positive birth outcomes.
DEFENDS THE SECOND AMENDMENT
I believe in our second amendment freedoms to bear arms and protect ourselves. I’ve seen the dangers through my work in prisons and heard the horror stories. Compassionate people hope for the best, yet wise people plan for the worst. We need to preserve our rights to protect our families from imminent danger.
PUBLIC SAFETY IS A PRIORITY
Public safety is a very important issue to me because every parent wants to know that their children are safe when they leave the house. There are failures in our Criminal Justice System… and I have ideas on how to improve the system. I believe that those who are closest to the problem are closest to the solution.
LIMITED GOVERNMENT
As a teenager and young adult, I worked in the family business and watched my grandparents work tirelessly to care for our clients, make payroll, be in compliance and keep the business afloat. I understand the burdensome regulations that put stress on everyday Ohioans. We need to fix parts of the government that overreach with excessive regulation.
EDUCATION
Investing in our children to succeed and live up to their fullest potential. Offering additional support to children who are struggling due to the impact of
The first was my grandmother. My grandmother was a strong woman and the epitome of a leader. She was the eldest of 14 children, a mother, a wife of 47 years and a business woman. She helped my mother raise me and taught me …
The value of family and the importance of having good character.
She also taught me…To stand up for those who can't stand up for themselves
The next most significant person in my life is my husband, who is affectionately known as “Pastor Rick”. Not only is he my Pastor, he’s my best friend, a great husband and father and one of my biggest supporters. The first lesson he taught me is…
People only come into your life for two reasons- to either solve a problem or create one. That’s why I am an addictive problem solver.
He also taught me the value of having meaningful relationships and the importance of making things right.
My approach to politics is by way of leadership and demonstrating exceptional compassion and integrity. In addition, I acknowledge Thomas Sowell's literary work for having a data-driven approach to problem-solving that I respect and consider when making leadership decisions.
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Relationship Building
- Civility
- Problem-solving
-Service
I have a 25-year track record of producing results.
The People of District 3 deserve a State Senator who is responsive, works hard and is at the table finding solutions to our biggest problems.
1. Show up in our communities and listen to our constituents
2. Gather all the facts related to issues and problems
3. Working across the aisle to find solutions
4. Being results-driven and focusing on outcomes
5. Perpetual problem solving and a commitment to meeting the needs of the people in our districts
My legacy will be that of a trailblazer with a heart to serve and a will to deliver solutions to our society's most critical challenges.
911 was the first historical event that I remember and I was 27 at the time.
My first job was working for the family business, which was a group home. I supported my family for 4 years from ages 14-18.
The Art of War by Sun Tzu because Tzu’s principles guide the steps required to become a competent leader and fighter. They teach how to determine victory, when to engage in combat, and when to use intelligence and intimidation to dissolve conflict without confrontation. Lastly, how to read conflict and opponents to determine the best course of action.
This girl is on Fire by Alicia Keys
The ideal relationship is a collaborative one that helps to improve the lives of all Ohioans through policy-making and acts as a system of checks and balances to support a healthy and efficient state government structure. Ideally, the governor would be a listening ear to the legislative representatives that serve the district and uses his authority to enact policies that strengthen families and businesses.
With the economic opportunities coming to Ohio, we need to focus on preparing our workforce, infrastructure, and schools so that Ohioans can live up to their fullest potential.
The benefit of unicameral state legislative is that it may force representatives of opposing sides to work harder to collaborate. The drawbacks would be the lack of power that needs to belong to the American people to ensure their rights and freedoms are equitably represented and protected.
Yes, because we are stronger when we work together. We have to collaborate and understand that there is more that unites us than divides us. Building relationships is what moves legislation forward. Relationship building is not part of the job, it is the job.
I would favor a nonpartisan process that includes a home rule and involvement from local governing authorities.
- Finance Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Government Oversight and Reform
- Workforce and Higher Education Committee
- Small Business and Economic Opportunity
Though I respect many people in the legislature, I plan to be in a league of my own. I want to create a new model for how legislatures work across the aisle to support their local communities.
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2023
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See also
2022 Elections
External links
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Candidate Ohio State Senate District 3 |
Officeholder Ohio State Senate District 3 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Tina Maharath (D) |
Ohio State Senate District 3 2023-Present |
Succeeded by - |
