Voters Guide: Zorn vs. Lipps for Warren County’s 55th Statehouse district

The November 2022 candidates for Ohio's 55th District statehouse seat are Republican incumbent Scott Lipps (right) and Democrat Paul Zorn (left).

The November 2022 candidates for Ohio's 55th District statehouse seat are Republican incumbent Scott Lipps (right) and Democrat Paul Zorn (left).
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Oct 7, 2022
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All candidates for local and state office were sent the same series of questions by the Dayton Daily News. Our goal was to help voters make informed choices in the Nov. 8 election (early voting for which begins Oct. 12).

Ohio’s new 55th Statehouse district includes all of northern Warren County (Franklin, Carlisle, Springboro and Waynesville areas) and also stretches south to the east and southeast of Lebanon.

This race is between Republican incumbent Scott Lipps and Democratic challenger Paul Zorn. The candidates’ answers are below, in their own words. Candidates are listed in alphabetical order, unless one did not respond.

Paul Zorn

Residence: Morrow

Organizations, boards, previous elected positions: Recent Village Council 3 terms; Past Commander Morrow VFW, Current Chaplain District 4 Ohio BFW, Sec’y Morrow Masonic Lodge 265, Board Member Memorable Morrow non-profit and Head Tree Board Village of Morrow

Education: High School Graduate

Current employment: Retired

Democrat Paul Zorn of Morrow is challenging GOP incumbent state Rep. Scott Lipps for the new Ohio House District 55 in the Nov. 8 general election. Lipps is seeking his fourth and final term as state representative. CONTRIBUTED/PAUL ZORN

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Why are you seeking elected office: Make life better for everyone

Why should voters elect you: Honest and hard working

If elected, what will be your top three priorities? Gerrymandering / Education / Women’s rights

What specific plans do you have to address those top priorities? New Fair mapping, Food for the kids and address books being banned, Women should have exclusive choice of their own health in reference to birth.

Anything else you would like voters to know? I will reach across the table and work in harmony

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Scott Lipps

No response

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