Thank you for visiting the primary online source of information about the Ohio Black Republicans Association (OBRA). This web site focuses primarily on topics of interest to our members and supporters. Besides informative and educational content this site contains links to other information and resources of interest. We encourage you to visit the site periodically to keep abreast of OBRA-sponsored and major state and national Republican events.
The mission of Ohio Black Republicans Association is to maximize the growth and participation of African Americans in the Republican Party and be an educational resource on economic, social and political issues affecting African Americans at all levels of government.
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The 2nd OHIO BLACK REPUBLICAN SUMMIT was held at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel on Saturday, August 21, 2010. OBRA President Steve Cheek delivered on his promise of a highly-informative and inspiring event. The theme, Reclaiming Ohio in 2010, proved to be a fitting proclamation in light of significant GOP victories in the state. The summit was sponsored by OBRA, The Ohio Republican Party and White Hat Management. And, the agenda included remarks from candidates for statewide elective offices, Ohio Republican Party officials, as well as panel discussions on issues of importance to African Americans and Ohioans, in general. (Summit photos to be posted. Photos from the first OBRA Summit appear on the Events page.)
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Ohio Black Republican Forum: Highlights
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The forum was sponsored by OBRA and The Ohio Republican Party and held at The Athletic Club of Columbus on Saturday, October 3, 2009.
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Ohio Black Republican Elections
Sheriff Walter L. Davis, III
Delaware County Sheriff's Office
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Richard Atkinson
Youngstown Board of Education
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James N. Brady
Shaker Heights City Council
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Robert H. Fountain
Painesville City Council
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Judge James E. Green
Franklin County Municipal Court
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Vice Mayor Clara R. Pugh
Forest Park City Council
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*Visit the RESOURCES page to see a complete listing of African American Republican Officeholders in Ohio.
NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT !!!
BLACK REPUBLICANS ELECTED TO U. S. CONGRESS
The November 2010 Elections resulted in decisive U. S. congressional victories for two African American Republicans: Allen Bernard West (born February 7, 1961) and Timothy Eugene Scott (born September 19, 1965). Congressman West, a retired Lt. Colonel from the United States Army, serves in the U. S. House of Representatives for Florida's 22nd congressional district. Congressman Scott serves in the U. S. House of Representatives for South Carolina's 1st congressional district. These courageous men made timely and compelling arguments, for conservatism and government restraint, at a time when the country is teatering on the brink of economic disaster and systematically being stripped of honor and respect--from within.
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WE'RE ON THE MOVE!
OBRA is on a challenging and exciting quest to identify and recruit individuals whose values and beliefs are consistent with the ideals, philosophy, and principles espoused by The Republican Party. Collectively, we can join in strengthening The GOP; electing qualified candidates; reaching out, and articulating the message of what is needed to bring about positive socioeconomic change in the African American community and this great state.
If you are interested in becoming an OBRA member please review the membership criteria on the ABOUT US page and download a Membership Application. It's a great way to become informed, inspired, and empowered to advance the interests of African Americans in Ohio, uphold Republican ideals, and promote The GOP.
I Am a Republican Because . . .
I BELIEVE the strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person's dignity, freedom, ability and responsibility must be honored.
I BELIEVE in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or disability.
I BELIEVE free enterprise and encouraging individual initiative have brought this nation opportunity, economic growth and prosperity.
I BELIEVE government must practice fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of the money they earn.
I BELIEVE the proper role of government is to provide for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.
I BELIEVE the most effective, responsible and responsive government is government closest to the people.
I BELIEVE Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new and innovative ideas to meet the challenges of changing times.
I BELIEVE Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace, freedom and human rights throughout the world.
Finally, I BELIEVE the Republican Party is the best vehicle for translating these ideals into positive and successful principles of government.
Source: Political Division of the Republican National Committee
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