Daniel Wilczynski

Daniel Wilczynski was born in Toledo, Ohio. Wilczynski earned a bachelor's degree and a graduate degree from the University of Toledo in 1982 and 1999, respectively. His career experience includes working as an engineer and entrepreneur. Wilczynski has been affiliated with Americans for Prosperity, the V Foundation, and St. Jerome's Catholic Church.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am running to bring engineering problem solving and business experience to Washington and to assist my colleagues to keep America the land of promise and opportunity based on our Declaration of Independence and on our Constitution. I have 40 years of experience in the energy industry and am a business creator and builder. I look forward to working hard to serve the people of NW Ohio.

Please 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?

I am a career leader and not a career politician. We need more business people in Washington.I believe in the American dream and want to help preserve it for future generations. I came from humble beginnings and believe that hard work can change the world.Education is the answer to changing ones opportunities, and this includes all types of education. I will fight hard for choice in education and equal opportunity for all.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal Responsibility. Energy Independence. Becoming a leader in education in the world. Food security for the USA.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Ronald Reagan was a great leader and one I would like to use as a model.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Not a book but a thought .... Be kind to others and fight like heck to protect the rights of those you represent and those who cannot fight for themselves.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Character Counts. (A great book by Os Guiness by the way.) If one lacks character, they have no standing to speak for or represent anyone.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I have a strong work ethic and have proven myself as a business leader, problem solver and team builder.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Listen to the people to understand and represent their issues.

Work as hard as possible to represent their beliefs and to move America in the direction to sustain those beliefs.

Fiscal responsibility so that we do not bankrupt our nation for our children.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Being part of a Congress that developed a balanced budget.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember that something bad happened when President Kennedy was shot. I was young but I could tell it impacted my parents and their friends.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

First job out of college was as an Engineer for Toledo Edison's Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station

What is your favorite book? Why?

Hunt for Red October. It was the book that got me hooked on reading. Now I read constantly.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

The Flash .... so cool.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

I am a Billy Joel fan so his songs keep popping up.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I come from humble beginnings but my parents taught us that nothing is impossible if you work for it. I continue to work hard to attain my goals in life.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It is the key member of the Federal Government that is closest to the people.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Beneficial, yes, but not required.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Continuing to be a leader in the world through our strength as a nation as supported by a majority of our people.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes, but I do wish the political wrangling for the next term did not start so soon.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I agree that there should be term limits for federal positions.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Jim Jordan and Byron Donalds

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

The number of people that were harmed by the unrelenting Covid shutdowns. While an initial shutdown may have seemed prudent, the extensive shutdowns in most states caused way more harm than good.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Compromise is necessary in all human endeavors, so yes.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

We must get control of spending before we even think about raising more money. I would focus on the spending side.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

We should use them to bring the light of day to issues but we must not let this work get in the way of the legislative process and responsibilities.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

None as of yet