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MEET SAM
WHO IS SAM?
Samuel Ronan is a United States Veteran, Organizer, and Immigrant, who believes in putting people first and politics second. Born in Germany, His father was a soldier in the US Army, and his mother was a German Dental Assistant. The couple fell in love and moved to the United States. After several years of moving around the country, the family ended up settling in Lancaster Ohio. Samuel was 6 years old when he arrived in what became the city and state that he would call home.
An accomplished student, Sam graduated with Honors from Lancaster High School and scored Summa cum laude on the National Latin Exam in the 9th grade. He was a foreign exchange student in his senior year of High School at the prestigious Rotary International Organization and was a student ambassador to Rosenheim Germany for 10 months. During his early education, he would make lifelong friends and memories that would form the bedrock for his early adult life.
Upon completing his time in Germany, Sam returned to the United States and had his eyes set on furthering his education in college. Sam applied to and was accepted by, Wright State University. His intentions were to receive a BA in Computer Science and a commission into the United States Air Force. Unfortunately, those dreams would have to be put on hold. The year was 2008 and the great recession reared its ugly head forcing Sam to put his collegiate dreams on hold. Despite this setback, Sam was determined to do everything he could to serve his country.
During his last year of active duty service in the United States Air Force, he began preparations for his political activism. Having had to endure and witness firsthand the gross misconduct of our nation's elected leaders and their abuse of power that resulted in a two-week government shutdown in October of 2013—which lead to sequestering the worst budget cuts in our nation's history. Sam knew in order to fulfill his oath to serve our country he would have to seek a different path. Thus, began his efforts to build a platform and a political base focusing on putting the American People first and politics second!
Two years later: Sam established the “Average Joe's Initiative”, and developed a solid strategy to show the American People that they can and that they will, make a difference in their nation. He is showing that all people have to do is believe in their own strength through solidarity! Sam approached his County Democratic Party with a clear and fresh vision for the future of the country and was recommended to run for the 62nd State Representative position in 2016, where he was chosen as the Democratic nominee for the seat. Undaunted by the countless hurdles he faced, Sam is determined to establish his political vision for the future of our country. Sam demonstrates the American dream through action by showing that a temporary setback is merely an opportunity to achieve something special. This is an essential quality lacking in today's political leadership.
POST-MILITARY SERVICE
Two years later: Sam established the “Average Joe's Initiative”, and developed a solid strategy to show the American People that they can, and that they will, make a difference in their nation. He is showing that all people have to do is believe in their own strength through solidarity! Sam approached his County Democratic Party with a clear and fresh vision for the future of the country and was recommended to run for the 62nd State Representative position in 2016, where he was chosen as the Democratic nominee for the seat. Undaunted by the countless hurdles he faced, Sam is determined to establish his political vision for the future of our country. Sam demonstrates the American dream through action by showing that a temporary setback is merely an opportunity to achieve something special. This is an essential quality lacking in today's political leadership.
WHY SAM?
Sam embodies the Average Joe spirit in more ways than one. He is 30 years old which enables him to affiliate with other like minded millennials who are struggling. Living paycheck to paycheck, barely making it through this dire and ridged economy. He is able to empathize with the American People during these dark hours of disassociation with our nation's government and political structure. As a Veteran that currently still serves in the United States Air Force Reserves, he knows firsthand the horrors of war, how difficult the VA is, and how applying for government assistance—or simply financing health care premiums—can be. He has experienced what it's like to live paycheck to paycheck and has learned full well the value of each dollar. His status as an immigrant grants him the invaluable perspective that everyone deserves a fair chance at success regardless of ethnic background, religious affiliation, or national heritage.
When Sam says that “Together we can, and we will make a difference!” he voices a rallying cry to the American People. By supporting Sam Ronan in this race for DNC chair, getting involved in your local communities, and talking to your national committee members you can help support Immigrants, veterans, youth and the disenfranchised throughout our nation. No matter what your race, age, religion, sexual orientation, or your gender; Sam will fight for you because Sam believes in People First and politics second.
Sam understands us because he IS us. He is truly a man of the people, without having to put on a show. He was born into a blue-collar family, he has worked from the bottom, and he shows exceptional skill and talent as a leader. Furthermore, he has proven throughout his life to be tenacious when facing adversity. His candidacy is a testament to his want to right the wrongs of our political system, and his willingness to restore the promise of the American People as the masters of our own fate.
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DNC Chair Candidate Sam Ronan: "Protests Are The Future"
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