SHELBY — Quentin Potter, candidate for Congress from Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, recently spoke to the members of the Shelby Area Democratic Club. The group met on Thursday, June 18 electronically.
“Good government matters because it works,” stated Mr. Potter. “I have 30 years of experience in making government work.”
The North Canton resident most recently served as Vice President and Treasurer for Lorain County Community College for 3 years before his retirement. Prior to his leadership at the college, Quentin served more than 20 years in state government, helping create nine balanced state budgets and working with both Democratic and Republican administrations.
Turning his attention to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Potter said, “The lack of a national plan is a concern for everyone.” He continued, “I don’t believe my opponent is up to the challenge” in dealing with COVID-19.
“I’m hopeful that most people agree that there’s a need for a change in leadership,” Potter concluded. “This election is serious business.”
The sprawling, heavily gerrymandered 7th Congressional District includes northern Richland County, southern Huron County, and all or parts of 8 other counties. The communities of Shelby, Plymouth, Shiloh, Willard, Greenwich, and New London are within its boundaries.
During the business meeting, club members voted to make a significant contribution of $500 to Quentin Potter’s campaign committee.
The next meeting of the Shelby Area Democratic Club is scheduled for Thursday, July 16.
