Scott Schulz

[{"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>Scott Schulz 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 Schulz'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-key-message-379954-2026-01-15\" id=\"heading-key-message-379954-2026-01-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-379954-2026-01-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-379954-2026-01-15\" 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-379954-2026-01-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-379954-2026-01-15\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>Max Miller does not prioritize the needs of everyday Ohioans. The One Big Beautiful Bill initially advanced out of the House by just one vote – Max’s vote. That bill gutted our social safety net by cutting Medicaid and SNAP benefits, increased tariffs, and ballooned our national debt to fund tax giveaways to millionaires. This makes life unaffordable.\r\nWe need tax and trade policies for Main Street not Wall Street. I will shift tax cuts from the wealthy toward investments in education and job training, cap college tuition increases to the rate of inflation, and champion universal pre-K. I will also ensure our small businesses benefit from more reasonable and stable tariff policies, while opening the markets Ohio’s farmers need to thrive.</li><li>People are afraid to go to school and work because of the radical immigration policies Max Miller supports. This has drastic economic consequences for our country, contributing to our affordability crisis. There is also a moral imperative to make sure people can pursue freedom without fear. America has always been a beacon of hope for people fleeing oppression, offering compassion and opportunity. \r\n\r\nRather than continue to fund ICE’s indiscriminate and increasingly dangerous roundups, I would invest in efforts to modernize our asylum process. It should not take months and even years for refugees to receive a hearing, caught in legal limbo while trying to live their lives and contribute to Ohio’s communities.</li><li>Healthcare is a right not a privilege. The One Big Beautiful Bill supported by Max Miller will make access and costs worse by cutting Medicaid, leading to fewer hospitals, particularly in Wayne and Ashland counties. The cost of care for all of us, including those of us with private insurance, will increase because the reduction in preventative care among former Medicaid recipients will eventually increase usage rates among underinsured patients with more serious health issues. We all lose. \r\n\r\nWe must build a healthcare system focused on quality, access, and affordability. I will strengthen the ACA with a greater emphasis on preventative care, while increasing the number of primary care doctors through targeted loan-forgiveness programs.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-379954-2026-01-15\" id=\"heading1-379954-2026-01-15\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-379954-2026-01-15\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-379954-2026-01-15\" 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=\"heading1-379954-2026-01-15\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-379954-2026-01-15\" 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’m passionate about policies that strengthen civic trust and bring people together at a time when division makes it harder to solve real problems. Bridge-building isn’t just a leadership style; it’s essential to public policy in areas like education, healthcare, and community safety. <br/><br/>\r\nWhile serving as an elected member of the Bay Village Board of Education, I helped navigate pandemic-era tensions by hiring strong leaders, collaborating on a student-focused strategic plan, negotiating fair agreements with our unions, and lowering the temperature. We made our school board meetings boring again, not because we agreed about everything, but because we remembered we are on the same side. I’ll bring that same approach to Washington.\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>Schulz'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\"><h2><strong>Inflation and Taxes</strong></h2><p>Politicians love to promote tax cuts because they sound like free money—who doesn’t like the idea of paying less? But the reality is different. When the federal government sent out COVID relief checks and forgave massive loans for businesses, the result was soaring inflation, a weaker dollar, and higher costs for families. Now comes the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” supported by millionaires like Max Miller. It reduces contributions from the wealthy to programs like Medicaid and education, shifting the burden to working families. Miller calls these cuts support for “job creators,” but in practice, they enrich the few while leaving most Ohioans behind. Did you benefit from stock buybacks after the last major tax cut? Most people didn’t. These policies will increase the deficit, raise interest rates, and drive up healthcare costs.</p><p><br/></p><p>I am committed to supporting balanced tax policies that invest in education, infrastructure, and job training. This will create a more skilled workforce, drive down inflation, stabilize interest rates, and stimulate sustainable economic growth for small businesses and families in Ohio.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Jobs and Education</strong></h2><p>Trump’s goal of revitalizing American manufacturing is admirable. The problem isn’t the idea—it’s the path. Aggressive tariffs may sound tough, but they hurt Ohio farmers and manufacturers by shrinking export demand while driving up costs for everyday goods.</p><p><br/></p><p>A strong economy doesn’t come from closing doors; it comes from a skilled, adaptable workforce. Not everyone needs a four-year degree, but with over 70% of jobs requiring education beyond high school (<a href=\"https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/projections2031/#resources\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(84, 137, 175);\" target=\"_blank\">source here</a>), we must expand access to affordable training and higher education. Right now, too few Ohioans are prepared for these opportunities. Small business owners struggle to find workers, wages rise unsustainably, and higher prices eat away at families’ budgets—especially for those already living paycheck to paycheck.</p><p><br/></p><p>Yet Max Miller supports Trump’s tariffs and seeks to dismantle the Department of Education when we need it most.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will invest in schools, workforce training, and global market access so Ohio businesses and families can thrive.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Healthcare Reform</strong></h2><p>Our healthcare system is broken, and we all know it. Many Ohioans continue to lack access to quality healthcare, face double-digit percentage increases in annual healthcare premiums, and are being scammed by a healthcare system designed to put profits ahead of patients - insurance companies, the makers of life saving medicine, and suppliers of medical supplies and equipment all cash in at our expense.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>You should not live in fear of receiving a surprise medical bill for simply taking care of yourself or your family.</strong></p><p><br/></p><p>The One Big Beautiful Bill supported by Max Miller will make access and costs worse by cutting Medicaid, which will likely lead to fewer hospitals, particularly in rural areas of Wayne and Ashland counties. The cost of care for all of us, including those of us with private insurance, will increase because the reduction in preventative care among former Medicaid recipients will eventually drive up usage rates among underinsured patients with more serious health issues. We all lose.</p><p><br/></p><p>In addition to restoring Medicaid funding and improving access to quality healthcare, including mental health counseling, I will collaboratively work with healthcare providers, insurers and patient advocates to enhance the transparency of healthcare pricing, increase competition, and ultimately reduce costs for all of us.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Immigration</strong></h2><p>Before 2025, thousands of migrants crossed the border each day with little order or consequence, creating dangerous conditions for them and significant strain on local communities, including here in Northeast Ohio. Migrants often arrive with few resources, limited English, and no realistic means of support. <strong>Open borders are not humanitarian.</strong></p><p><br/></p><p>But America’s promise has always been about opportunity. While violent offenders and smugglers must be deported, there must also be a path for families fleeing war, cartels, or genocide to contribute as they await their asylum hearings. Many already do—working hard, paying taxes, and strengthening our communities—yet they remain trapped in a backlog that fails everyone.</p><p><br/></p><p>Max Miller is content to waste billions on fear-driven roundups that divide families and hurt Ohio’s small businesses and farms.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will invest in border technology and expand immigration courts, ensuring security while giving families a fair and timely process.</p><p><br/></p><h2>Affordable Energy</h2><p>Ohio families shouldn’t be blindsided by their energy bills every time winter temperatures drop or summer heat and humidity set in.</p><p><br/></p><p>The federal government can help by strengthening market oversight through regulators such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, ensuring heating assistance programs like the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program are stable and responsive during severe winters, and investing in weatherization and efficiency upgrades that permanently lower household energy demand.</p><p><br/></p><p>At the same time, we must prepare for rising electricity demand from new AI data centers. Innovation should not come at the expense of Ohio households. Large AI facilities should pay the full cost of the energy infrastructure they require and meet phased clean-energy standards so their growth does not drive up residential energy prices.</p><p><br/></p><p>My energy policy is simple: protect Ohio families from price spikes, lower household energy demand through efficiency, and ensure new industrial energy users—like AI data centers—pay their fair share while helping build a cleaner and more reliable grid.</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Gun Violence, Crime and School Safety</strong></h2><p>Everyone deserves to feel safe at home, at school, and in their community. Supporting the Second Amendment and law enforcement can—and must—coexist with commonsense reforms. The reality is stark: since 2020, gun deaths have surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death for American children (<a href=\"https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/guns-remain-leading-cause-of-death-for-children-and-teens\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: rgb(84, 137, 175);\" target=\"_blank\">source here</a>). Ohioans see the toll of accidental shootings, mass shootings, and violent crime every day. Thoughts and prayers aren’t enough.</p><p><br/></p><p>Max Miller says he supports police, yet he opposes background checks even as Ohio’s Fraternal Order of Police raises alarms about permitless carry. He also had no words when Trump pardoned violent criminals who attacked police on January 6th, and his only idea for schools is more resource officers—hardly a solution.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will take a smarter, constitutional approach. That means universal background checks, incentives for safe gun storage, and collaborative programs with businesses that reduce accidents and violence while protecting the rights of law-abiding gun owners.</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Foreign Policy</strong></h2><p>Democracy is under threat worldwide, and America cannot afford to retreat. Supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression is not only about standing with a sovereign democracy under siege; it is an investment in global stability that helps ensure we never again send our own sons and daughters to fight tyranny in Europe. Likewise, Israel and all democracies have the right to defend themselves from terrorism, but true security requires proportional responses that minimize civilian harm and uphold international law.</p><p><br/></p><p>America is strongest when we stand with allies, not when we isolate ourselves. Partnerships with NATO and global democracies are a strategic advantage, not a burden. Yet Max Miller has failed to defend vital programs like USAID and Voice of America, which advance stability and counter authoritarian influence without firing a shot.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will champion a foreign policy rooted in strength, responsibility, and moral clarity—protecting American lives while ensuring our values endure.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Climate and the Environment, Conservation and Quality of Life</strong></h2><p>Northeast Ohio’s future depends on attracting families and entrepreneurs, which requires job growth, strong communities, and a high quality of life. That means balancing economic priorities with environmental protections—because clean air, safe water, and sustainable development aren’t just ideals, they are competitive advantages that make our region more attractive for families and businesses alike.</p><p><br/></p><p>Max Miller claims government should “get out of the way,” but his approach creates confusion and weakens accountability. Without clear standards, factories can pollute at will and upstream developers can divert water from farms unchecked. This naïve strategy not only damages our environment, it undermines fair competition for manufacturers, discourages investment, and accelerates population loss by making Ohio less appealing to families and entrepreneurs.</p><p><br/></p><p>I believe in clear, reasonable rules that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. By protecting our resources while fostering innovation, we can grow Northeast Ohio’s economy and strengthen our communities.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Women’s Health and Empowering Families</strong></h2><p>Respecting women begins with recognizing their fundamental right to make decisions about their own bodies. Max Miller has repeatedly opposed this principle. He is endorsed by Ohio Right to Life, campaigned against Issue 1 in 2023—when Ohioans overwhelmingly voted to protect reproductive freedom—and supported the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which cuts Medicaid and reduces healthcare access for thousands of women across our state. These positions put him far outside the mainstream.</p><p><br/></p><p>As the husband of a Certified Nurse Midwife, I’ve seen firsthand how vital comprehensive women’s healthcare is for families and communities.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will also stop taxing education benefits for single parents, which is counterproductive considering the many ways education contributes to economic growth, reduces crime rates and enables parents to raise the standard of living for their kids.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Veterans</strong></h2><p>Support for the men and women who serve in our armed forces should always be bipartisan. They have earned our gratitude and respect—especially those deployed to combat who carry its lasting effects. Max Miller deserves credit for his service in the Marine Corps Reserve and for sponsoring legislation to expand veteran employment. But his silence when President Trump’s administration fired 6,000 veterans without cause as part of Elon Musk’s DOGE purge—calling them a “wasted investment”—was deeply troubling.</p><p><br/></p><p>I have long stood with servicemembers and their families. My grandparents served in the Navy and Air Force, and I’ve helped Bay Village Schools earn Purple Star recognition for supporting military families. For the past seven years, I’ve mentored servicemembers transitioning to civilian life through American Corporate Partners.</p><p><br/></p><p>In Congress, I will prioritize job training programs, VA home loan guarantees to end veteran homelessness, full benefits for those exposed to toxic burn pits, and expanded mental health resources for all who serve.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>Agriculture</strong></h2><p>Our farmers deserve our respect and appreciation for quite literally feeding the world. With fair access to resources and markets, they can handle the rest. But recent policies have made their jobs harder. Cuts to USAID eliminated critical export markets, and Trump’s chaotic trade wars in both of his presidential terms—and fully supported by Max Miller—have sparked retaliatory tariffs. Farms were hit so hard during Trump’s first term that the Trump administration paid out $28 billion in subsidies just to keep farmers afloat. Farmers don’t want handouts—they want opportunity.</p><p><br/></p><p>Here in Northeast Ohio, agriculture is central to our economy, from Wayne County’s 2,000 farms to Ashland and Medina counties’ world-class cheese, produce, and livestock. These farmers have worked their land for generations, building strong communities through hard work and innovation.</p><p><br/></p><p>In Congress, I will champion trade agreements that reopen global markets, protect clean water and watersheds, combat invasive species, and ensure Ohio’s farmers are again a priority.</p><p><br/></p><h2><strong>A Max-imum Letdown – Elected to Represent, Not to Hide</strong></h2><p>Since his election in 2022, Max Miller has been missing in action when it matters most. Voters and local media have criticized his lack of accessibility and unwillingness to engage with anyone outside his base. He has skipped VOTE411 surveys, declined League of Women Voters forums, avoided open interviews with Cleveland.com and national outlets, and has not held a true public town hall in over a year. Instead, he hides behind scripted telephone calls and ticketed fundraisers.</p><p><br/></p><p>How can Max represent you if he refuses to hear you? Public service means listening to the needs of all constituents—not just donors, party loyalists, or those who nod along to everything you say.</p><p><br/></p><p>I will lead differently. I will hold regular in-person and virtual town halls, submit to open surveys and forums, and make myself available to Democrats, Independents, and Republicans alike. Because real representation starts with listening, not hiding.</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\">— Scott Schulz's <a href=\"https://scottforohio.com/priorities/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">campaign website</a> (April 24, 2026)</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\nScott Schulz completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Schulz's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nPlease 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? Max Miller does not prioritize the needs of everyday Ohioans. The One Big Beautiful Bill initially advanced out of the House by just one vote – Max’s vote. That bill gutted our social safety net by cutting Medicaid and SNAP benefits, increased tariffs, and ballooned our national debt to fund tax giveaways to millionaires. This makes life unaffordable.\r\nWe need tax and trade policies for Main Street not Wall Street. I will shift tax cuts from the wealthy toward investments in education and job training, cap college tuition increases to the rate of inflation, and champion universal pre-K. I will also ensure our small businesses benefit from more reasonable and stable tariff policies, while opening the markets Ohio’s farmers need to thrive. People are afraid to go to school and work because of the radical immigration policies Max Miller supports. This has drastic economic consequences for our country, contributing to our affordability crisis. There is also a moral imperative to make sure people can pursue freedom without fear. America has always been a beacon of hope for people fleeing oppression, offering compassion and opportunity. \r\n\r\nRather than continue to fund ICE’s indiscriminate and increasingly dangerous roundups, I would invest in efforts to modernize our asylum process. It should not take months and even years for refugees to receive a hearing, caught in legal limbo while trying to live their lives and contribute to Ohio’s communities. Healthcare is a right not a privilege. The One Big Beautiful Bill supported by Max Miller will make access and costs worse by cutting Medicaid, leading to fewer hospitals, particularly in Wayne and Ashland counties. The cost of care for all of us, including those of us with private insurance, will increase because the reduction in preventative care among former Medicaid recipients will eventually increase usage rates among underinsured patients with more serious health issues. We all lose. \r\n\r\nWe must build a healthcare system focused on quality, access, and affordability. I will strengthen the ACA with a greater emphasis on preventative care, while increasing the number of primary care doctors through targeted loan-forgiveness programs. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I’m passionate about policies that strengthen civic trust and bring people together at a time when division makes it harder to solve real problems. Bridge-building isn’t just a leadership style; it’s essential to public policy in areas like education, healthcare, and community safety. While serving as an elected member of the Bay Village Board of Education, I helped navigate pandemic-era tensions by hiring strong leaders, collaborating on a student-focused strategic plan, negotiating fair agreements with our unions, and lowering the temperature. We made our school board meetings boring again, not because we agreed about everything, but because we remembered we are on the same side. I’ll bring that same approach to Washington.\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 Schulz's campaign website stated the following: Inflation and Taxes Politicians love to promote tax cuts because they sound like free money—who doesn’t like the idea of paying less? But the reality is different. When the federal government sent out COVID relief checks and forgave massive loans for businesses, the result was soaring inflation, a weaker dollar, and higher costs for families. Now comes the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” supported by millionaires like Max Miller. It reduces contributions from the wealthy to programs like Medicaid and education, shifting the burden to working families. Miller calls these cuts support for “job creators,” but in practice, they enrich the few while leaving most Ohioans behind. Did you benefit from stock buybacks after the last major tax cut? Most people didn’t. These policies will increase the deficit, raise interest rates, and drive up healthcare costs. I am committed to supporting balanced tax policies that invest in education, infrastructure, and job training. This will create a more skilled workforce, drive down inflation, stabilize interest rates, and stimulate sustainable economic growth for small businesses and families in Ohio. Jobs and Education Trump’s goal of revitalizing American manufacturing is admirable. The problem isn’t the idea—it’s the path. Aggressive tariffs may sound tough, but they hurt Ohio farmers and manufacturers by shrinking export demand while driving up costs for everyday goods. A strong economy doesn’t come from closing doors; it comes from a skilled, adaptable workforce. Not everyone needs a four-year degree, but with over 70% of jobs requiring education beyond high school ( source here ), we must expand access to affordable training and higher education. Right now, too few Ohioans are prepared for these opportunities. Small business owners struggle to find workers, wages rise unsustainably, and higher prices eat away at families’ budgets—especially for those already living paycheck to paycheck. Yet Max Miller supports Trump’s tariffs and seeks to dismantle the Department of Education when we need it most. I will invest in schools, workforce training, and global market access so Ohio businesses and families can thrive. Healthcare Reform Our healthcare system is broken, and we all know it. Many Ohioans continue to lack access to quality healthcare, face double-digit percentage increases in annual healthcare premiums, and are being scammed by a healthcare system designed to put profits ahead of patients - insurance companies, the makers of life saving medicine, and suppliers of medical supplies and equipment all cash in at our expense. You should not live in fear of receiving a surprise medical bill for simply taking care of yourself or your family. The One Big Beautiful Bill supported by Max Miller will make access and costs worse by cutting Medicaid, which will likely lead to fewer hospitals, particularly in rural areas of Wayne and Ashland counties. The cost of care for all of us, including those of us with private insurance, will increase because the reduction in preventative care among former Medicaid recipients will eventually drive up usage rates among underinsured patients with more serious health issues. We all lose. In addition to restoring Medicaid funding and improving access to quality healthcare, including mental health counseling, I will collaboratively work with healthcare providers, insurers and patient advocates to enhance the transparency of healthcare pricing, increase competition, and ultimately reduce costs for all of us. Immigration Before 2025, thousands of migrants crossed the border each day with little order or consequence, creating dangerous conditions for them and significant strain on local communities, including here in Northeast Ohio. Migrants often arrive with few resources, limited English, and no realistic means of support. Open borders are not humanitarian. But America’s promise has always been about opportunity. While violent offenders and smugglers must be deported, there must also be a path for families fleeing war, cartels, or genocide to contribute as they await their asylum hearings. Many already do—working hard, paying taxes, and strengthening our communities—yet they remain trapped in a backlog that fails everyone. Max Miller is content to waste billions on fear-driven roundups that divide families and hurt Ohio’s small businesses and farms. I will invest in border technology and expand immigration courts, ensuring security while giving families a fair and timely process. Affordable Energy Ohio families shouldn’t be blindsided by their energy bills every time winter temperatures drop or summer heat and humidity set in. The federal government can help by strengthening market oversight through regulators such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, ensuring heating assistance programs like the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program are stable and responsive during severe winters, and investing in weatherization and efficiency upgrades that permanently lower household energy demand. At the same time, we must prepare for rising electricity demand from new AI data centers. Innovation should not come at the expense of Ohio households. Large AI facilities should pay the full cost of the energy infrastructure they require and meet phased clean-energy standards so their growth does not drive up residential energy prices. My energy policy is simple: protect Ohio families from price spikes, lower household energy demand through efficiency, and ensure new industrial energy users—like AI data centers—pay their fair share while helping build a cleaner and more reliable grid. Gun Violence, Crime and School Safety Everyone deserves to feel safe at home, at school, and in their community. Supporting the Second Amendment and law enforcement can—and must—coexist with commonsense reforms. The reality is stark: since 2020, gun deaths have surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death for American children ( source here ). Ohioans see the toll of accidental shootings, mass shootings, and violent crime every day. Thoughts and prayers aren’t enough. Max Miller says he supports police, yet he opposes background checks even as Ohio’s Fraternal Order of Police raises alarms about permitless carry. He also had no words when Trump pardoned violent criminals who attacked police on January 6th, and his only idea for schools is more resource officers—hardly a solution. I will take a smarter, constitutional approach. That means universal background checks, incentives for safe gun storage, and collaborative programs with businesses that reduce accidents and violence while protecting the rights of law-abiding gun owners. Foreign Policy Democracy is under threat worldwide, and America cannot afford to retreat. Supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression is not only about standing with a sovereign democracy under siege; it is an investment in global stability that helps ensure we never again send our own sons and daughters to fight tyranny in Europe. Likewise, Israel and all democracies have the right to defend themselves from terrorism, but true security requires proportional responses that minimize civilian harm and uphold international law. America is strongest when we stand with allies, not when we isolate ourselves. Partnerships with NATO and global democracies are a strategic advantage, not a burden. Yet Max Miller has failed to defend vital programs like USAID and Voice of America, which advance stability and counter authoritarian influence without firing a shot. I will champion a foreign policy rooted in strength, responsibility, and moral clarity—protecting American lives while ensuring our values endure. Climate and the Environment, Conservation and Quality of Life Northeast Ohio’s future depends on attracting families and entrepreneurs, which requires job growth, strong communities, and a high quality of life. That means balancing economic priorities with environmental protections—because clean air, safe water, and sustainable development aren’t just ideals, they are competitive advantages that make our region more attractive for families and businesses alike. Max Miller claims government should “get out of the way,” but his approach creates confusion and weakens accountability. Without clear standards, factories can pollute at will and upstream developers can divert water from farms unchecked. This naïve strategy not only damages our environment, it undermines fair competition for manufacturers, discourages investment, and accelerates population loss by making Ohio less appealing to families and entrepreneurs. I believe in clear, reasonable rules that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. By protecting our resources while fostering innovation, we can grow Northeast Ohio’s economy and strengthen our communities. Women’s Health and Empowering Families Respecting women begins with recognizing their fundamental right to make decisions about their own bodies. Max Miller has repeatedly opposed this principle. He is endorsed by Ohio Right to Life, campaigned against Issue 1 in 2023—when Ohioans overwhelmingly voted to protect reproductive freedom—and supported the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which cuts Medicaid and reduces healthcare access for thousands of women across our state. These positions put him far outside the mainstream. As the husband of a Certified Nurse Midwife, I’ve seen firsthand how vital comprehensive women’s healthcare is for families and communities. I will also stop taxing education benefits for single parents, which is counterproductive considering the many ways education contributes to economic growth, reduces crime rates and enables parents to raise the standard of living for their kids. Veterans Support for the men and women who serve in our armed forces should always be bipartisan. They have earned our gratitude and respect—especially those deployed to combat who carry its lasting effects. Max Miller deserves credit for his service in the Marine Corps Reserve and for sponsoring legislation to expand veteran employment. But his silence when President Trump’s administration fired 6,000 veterans without cause as part of Elon Musk’s DOGE purge—calling them a “wasted investment”—was deeply troubling. I have long stood with servicemembers and their families. My grandparents served in the Navy and Air Force, and I’ve helped Bay Village Schools earn Purple Star recognition for supporting military families. For the past seven years, I’ve mentored servicemembers transitioning to civilian life through American Corporate Partners. In Congress, I will prioritize job training programs, VA home loan guarantees to end veteran homelessness, full benefits for those exposed to toxic burn pits, and expanded mental health resources for all who serve. Agriculture Our farmers deserve our respect and appreciation for quite literally feeding the world. With fair access to resources and markets, they can handle the rest. But recent policies have made their jobs harder. Cuts to USAID eliminated critical export markets, and Trump’s chaotic trade wars in both of his presidential terms—and fully supported by Max Miller—have sparked retaliatory tariffs. Farms were hit so hard during Trump’s first term that the Trump administration paid out $28 billion in subsidies just to keep farmers afloat. Farmers don’t want handouts—they want opportunity. Here in Northeast Ohio, agriculture is central to our economy, from Wayne County’s 2,000 farms to Ashland and Medina counties’ world-class cheese, produce, and livestock. These farmers have worked their land for generations, building strong communities through hard work and innovation. In Congress, I will champion trade agreements that reopen global markets, protect clean water and watersheds, combat invasive species, and ensure Ohio’s farmers are again a priority. A Max-imum Letdown – Elected to Represent, Not to Hide Since his election in 2022, Max Miller has been missing in action when it matters most. Voters and local media have criticized his lack of accessibility and unwillingness to engage with anyone outside his base. He has skipped VOTE411 surveys, declined League of Women Voters forums, avoided open interviews with Cleveland.com and national outlets, and has not held a true public town hall in over a year. Instead, he hides behind scripted telephone calls and ticketed fundraisers. How can Max represent you if he refuses to hear you? Public service means listening to the needs of all constituents—not just donors, party loyalists, or those who nod along to everything you say. I will lead differently. I will hold regular in-person and virtual town halls, submit to open surveys and forums, and make myself available to Democrats, Independents, and Republicans alike. Because real representation starts with listening, not hiding. — Scott Schulz's campaign website (April 24, 2026) Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source."}]