Eric Conroy

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Eric Conroy completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Conroy's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" id=\"heading-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEric Conroy is an Air Force veteran, former CIA case officer, and Republican candidate for Congress in Ohio’s First Congressional District. Born and raised on the West Side of Cincinnati, he is a proud graduate of Elder High School. He went on to graduate from the U.S. Air Force Academy, serve on active duty, and later work overseas in national security as a CIA case officer. His career has been defined by service to the country and protecting American interests. Conroy is running for Congress to bring disciplined leadership, real-world security experience, and a strong Southwest Ohio voice to Washington.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" id=\"heading-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>National security and border security must be restored. A safe nation is the foundation for prosperity. I support strong border enforcement, modernizing our immigration system, and ensuring that federal law is consistently upheld to protect American communities and sovereignty.</li><li>Fiscal responsibility is essential to protecting our economic future. Out-of-control federal spending has driven inflation and made life more expensive for families and small businesses. I will advocate for responsible budgeting, reducing waste, and policies that promote economic growth and job creation.</li><li>Energy independence and American manufacturing must be priorities. Southwest Ohio thrives when our industries are strong and our energy is reliable and affordable. I support policies that expand domestic energy production, reduce unnecessary regulations, and bring supply chains back to the United States so we are not dependent on foreign adversaries.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-356993-2026-03-02\" id=\"heading1-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-356993-2026-03-02\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-356993-2026-03-02\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am most passionate about national security, economic stability, and constitutional governance. My military and intelligence experience reinforced the importance of protecting our country from foreign threats while preserving the freedoms that define it. I care deeply about policies that strengthen American competitiveness, support working families, ensure energy independence, and uphold the rule of law.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-356993-2026-03-02\" id=\"heading2-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-356993-2026-03-02\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-356993-2026-03-02\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-356993-2026-03-02\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tUS Senator Bernie Moreno\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>\n<div><div style=\"margin-bottom:1.5rem\"><h4>Campaign website</h4><p>Conroy's campaign website stated the following:</p><div style=\"max-height:400px;overflow-y:auto;border:1px solid #ccc;padding:10px;margin:20px\"><blockquote style=\"margin:0px\"><p>Jobs &amp; the Economy</p><p>Eric Conroy will fight to lower inflation, cut red tape, and champion pro-growth policies that put Ohio workers and small businesses first.</p><p><br/></p><p>Safe Neighborhoods</p><p>Eric Conroy will stand with law enforcement, oppose defunding the police, and fight for policies that keep violent criminals off our streets.</p><p><br/></p><p>Border Security</p><p>Eric Conroy will secure the southern border with stronger enforcement, smarter technology, and policies that stop illegal immigration and protect American communities.</p><p><br/></p><p>Transportation and Infrastructure</p><p>Eric Conroy will fight for smart infrastructure investments that reduce congestion, improve roads and bridges, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.</p><p><br/></p><p>Education</p><p>Eric Conroy will empower parents, support local control, and expand career-focused education to prepare students for real-world success.</p><p><br/></p><p>Small Business</p><p>Eric Conroy will cut red tape, lower costs, and champion policies that empower small businesses over corporate special interests.</p><p><br/></p><p>Veterans</p><p>Eric Conroy will fight to fix the VA, expand care and benefits, and ensure every veteran gets the respect and support they’ve earned.</p><p><br/></p><p>Cryptocurrency and Blockchain</p><p>Eric Conroy will defend innovation and financial freedom by promoting clear, pro-growth policies for cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies.</p><p><br/></p><p>Social Security and Medicare</p><p>Eric Conroy will protect Social Security and Medicare, oppose benefit cuts, and ensure these vital programs remain strong for generations to come.</p><p><br/></p><p>National Defense</p><p>Eric Conroy will strengthen America’s military, invest in next-generation defense, and be a steadfast ally of Israel and our national security.</p><p><br/></p><p>Protecting Women's Sports</p><p>Eric Conroy supports legislation to ensure women’s sports are reserved for biological females, protecting fairness and equal opportunity.</p><p><br/></p></blockquote><div style=\"text-align: right; font-size: 0.9em; color: #555; margin-top: 0.5em;\"><p style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#555\">— Eric Conroy's <a href=\"https://ericconroy.com/issues/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">campaign website</a> (January 1, 1970)</p></div></div></div><div style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 0.5em;\"><i>Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.</i></div></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nEric Conroy completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Conroy's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Eric Conroy is an Air Force veteran, former CIA case officer, and Republican candidate for Congress in Ohio’s First Congressional District. Born and raised on the West Side of Cincinnati, he is a proud graduate of Elder High School. He went on to graduate from the U.S. Air Force Academy, serve on active duty, and later work overseas in national security as a CIA case officer. His career has been defined by service to the country and protecting American interests. Conroy is running for Congress to bring disciplined leadership, real-world security experience, and a strong Southwest Ohio voice to Washington. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? National security and border security must be restored. A safe nation is the foundation for prosperity. I support strong border enforcement, modernizing our immigration system, and ensuring that federal law is consistently upheld to protect American communities and sovereignty. Fiscal responsibility is essential to protecting our economic future. Out-of-control federal spending has driven inflation and made life more expensive for families and small businesses. I will advocate for responsible budgeting, reducing waste, and policies that promote economic growth and job creation. Energy independence and American manufacturing must be priorities. Southwest Ohio thrives when our industries are strong and our energy is reliable and affordable. I support policies that expand domestic energy production, reduce unnecessary regulations, and bring supply chains back to the United States so we are not dependent on foreign adversaries. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am most passionate about national security, economic stability, and constitutional governance. My military and intelligence experience reinforced the importance of protecting our country from foreign threats while preserving the freedoms that define it. I care deeply about policies that strengthen American competitiveness, support working families, ensure energy independence, and uphold the rule of law. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? US Senator Bernie Moreno\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.\nCampaign website Conroy's campaign website stated the following: Jobs & the Economy Eric Conroy will fight to lower inflation, cut red tape, and champion pro-growth policies that put Ohio workers and small businesses first. Safe Neighborhoods Eric Conroy will stand with law enforcement, oppose defunding the police, and fight for policies that keep violent criminals off our streets. Border Security Eric Conroy will secure the southern border with stronger enforcement, smarter technology, and policies that stop illegal immigration and protect American communities. Transportation and Infrastructure Eric Conroy will fight for smart infrastructure investments that reduce congestion, improve roads and bridges, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. Education Eric Conroy will empower parents, support local control, and expand career-focused education to prepare students for real-world success. Small Business Eric Conroy will cut red tape, lower costs, and champion policies that empower small businesses over corporate special interests. Veterans Eric Conroy will fight to fix the VA, expand care and benefits, and ensure every veteran gets the respect and support they’ve earned. Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Eric Conroy will defend innovation and financial freedom by promoting clear, pro-growth policies for cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies. Social Security and Medicare Eric Conroy will protect Social Security and Medicare, oppose benefit cuts, and ensure these vital programs remain strong for generations to come. National Defense Eric Conroy will strengthen America’s military, invest in next-generation defense, and be a steadfast ally of Israel and our national security. Protecting Women's Sports Eric Conroy supports legislation to ensure women’s sports are reserved for biological females, protecting fairness and equal opportunity. — Eric Conroy's campaign website (January 1, 1970) Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source."}]