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John was born in Berwick, Pennsylvania. He holds a bachelor's degree in German and English from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a master's degree in German Language Teacher Education from Miami University. He lives in Muskingum County. He is a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Dresden.

John is retired. He previously worked as a German teacher at Tri-Valley Schools and Ohio University at Zanesville. He also served in the US Navy for 6 years, where he was based in the nuclear power submarine force.

John Furek ran for Muskingum County Commissioner in 2022, but he did not win.

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Supports worker's unions and middle-class Americans.

- Supports unions and the middle class.
- Said, "I think of how President Biden inherited a financial nightmare, took it on, fixed the supply chain, and provided stimulus payments to every individual to help offset the coming inflation."
- Supports worker's unions and middle-class Americans.

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Plans to address the lack of high-speed internet access in rural areas.

Believes the county should extend water lines and help citizens in rural areas. 

- Plans to address the lack of high-speed internet access in rural areas.
- Believes the county should extend water lines and help citizens in rural areas. 

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Opposes the construction of a jail in residential areas of the South Side.

Opposes building a jail in residential areas of the South Side of the city. 

- Opposes building a jail in residential areas of the South Side of the city. 

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Opposes the Supreme Court rulings to ban using affirmative action in the college admission process, "overturning President Biden's student tuition forgiveness plan and rule, and ruling against the LGBTQ," saying they have become "frighteningly politized."

- Supports the role of arts in schools.
- Opposes the Supreme Court rulings to ban using affirmative action in the college admission process, "overturning President Biden's student tuition forgiveness plan and rule, and ruling against the LGBTQ," saying they have become "frighteningly politized."

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Supports access to affordable healthcare.

- Supports abortion access.
- Supports access to affordable healthcare.

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John Furek

John is from Berwick, Pennsylvania, and lives in Muskingum County. He earned a bachelor's degree in German and English from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a master's degree in German from Miami University. He is a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Dresden.

John is a retired German teacher who worked at Tri-Valley Schools and Ohio University-Zanesville. He also served in the United States Navy in the nuclear power submarine force.

John Furek ran for the county commission in Muskingum County in 2022, but did not win.

Said, "I think of how President Biden inherited a financial nightmare, took it on, fixed the supply chain, and provided stimulus payments to every individual to help offset the coming inflation."

- Supports unions and the middle class.
- Said, "I think of how President Biden inherited a financial nightmare, took it on, fixed the supply chain, and provided stimulus payments to every individual to help offset the coming inflation."

Supports developing downtown Zanesville and improving city infrastructure.

Supports paving neglected roadways and cleaning up factory sites.

Plans to address the lack of highspeed internet access in rural areas.

Advocated the extension of water lines in rural regions.

- Supports paving neglected roadways and cleaning up factory sites.
- Plans to address the lack of highspeed internet access in rural areas.
- Advocated the extension of water lines in rural regions.

Believes in supporting local Democratic candidates to enhance public safety policies.

Supports local Democratic candidates for county commissioner to enhance community safety and welfare.

Supports voting for Justin Wyatt and John Furek for Muskingum County Commissioner on November 5th, 2024.

Supports the presence of Young Democrats in local governance, highlighting the selection of three county members to attend the Democratic National Convention.

Believes in honoring local Democrats through a scholarship program.

Opposes the construction of a new jail on the South side of Zanesville.

Supports community engagement in public safety through local events like the Congressional District 12 Caucus, which selects representatives for the Democratic National Convention.

Believes in maintaining public safety through effective election management and oversight.

Believes voting is "the most effective way to participate in democracy and make your voice heard."

Believes in advocating for youth voices and progressive issues in public safety.

Opposes Issue 1, which would allow the state to take over the county jail if it is deemed unsafe or unhealthy.

- Opposes the construction of a jail in residential areas of the South Side.

Supports expanding housing development and recreational opportunities for low- and middle-income children.

Supports downtown development and increasing affordable housing.

Supports the development of new and rehabilitated housing in Zanesville.

Supports demanding housing, healthcare, and equal community investment.

Serves as the Faithful Navigator of the Rosecrans Assembly, which includes the Knights’ councils in Muskingum and Coshocton counties.

Supports community events such as Zanesville Pride, which is a free, family-friendly event open to all ages and promotes inclusivity.

Served as a board member for the Muskingum County Community Foundation.

Wants to increase recreational opportunities for low- and middle-income children, including developing new artistic, cultural, and educational opportunities for them as well.

Plans to support local public service workers by hosting a special Social Hour fundraiser at Weasel Boy Brewing Company.

Supports local youth education and development, as evidenced by the Muskingum County Democrat Club's award of a memorial scholarship to a 2024 graduate of Zanesville High School.

Supports scholarships for local students, saying "This scholarship was given originally in memory of Brenda A. Anderson, a Muskingum County native who embodied many of the qualities this scholarship hopes to reward."

Believes in recognizing and rewarding academic improvement and achievement.

Supports community involvement and local development.

Worked as a science teacher at Tuba City High School.

Supports public services such as local arts and museums, as evidenced by his retirement activities in the local arts colony and part-time work at the Zanesville Museum of Art.

Supports community events that promote inclusivity and unity, such as free family-friendly events with drag performances and LGBTQIA+ vendors.

Believes in encouraging community service among graduates by supporting scholarships for students pursuing careers in public service.

Believes in encouraging youth to vote and supports scholarships for students who promote the importance of voting.

Believes in fostering community service and leadership skills in youth through volunteerism and local donations.

As Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, helped the council receive the state’s prestigious community service award.

Opposes efforts against affirmative action and student tuition forgiveness.

- Believes in fostering community service and leadership skills in youth through volunteerism and local donations.
- As Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, helped the council receive the state’s prestigious community service award.
- Supports the role of arts in schools.
- Opposes efforts against affirmative action and student tuition forgiveness.

Advocates access to affordable health care.

- Supports access to abortion.
- Advocates access to affordable health care.

John Furek is a longtime resident of Muskingum County. He was born in Berwick, PA, and attended the University of North Carolina at Asheville and Miami University. He is a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Dresden.

John Furek is a retired German teacher who worked at Tri-Valley Schools and Ohio University-Zanesville. He also served in the United States Navy in the nuclear power submarine force.

As of August 16, 2024, John Furek’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- County commissioners are in charge of county renewal projects and maintaining the streets, roads, and public utilities. These projects try to improve the quality of life in the county, like increasing access to food or award grants to bring jobs. 
- County commissioners control budgeting and appropriations in the county. This means that county commissioners control what organizations and individuals receive the money from the county budget. 
- County commissioners have authority over government taxing and purchasing, and they hold the titles to all of the county property. 
- County commissioners in Ohio are typically elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Depending on your county, you may vote for the seat in your County Commission District, or all of them at-large. 

Member of the governing body for the county, has authority over taxing, budgeting, county property, and public services like utilities. 