Little-Known Independent Presidential Candidate Likely to Qualify in Ohio

August 29th, 2008

Richard A. Duncan of Aurora, Ohio, has probably successfully petitioned for a spot on the Ohio ballot as an independent presidential candidate. He submitted over 13,000 signatures to meet the 5,000-signature requirement. His vice-presidential candidate is Robert Culbertson. This ticket filed for write-in status in 2004 in Ohio, but was only credited with 17 write-ins. It is believed that Duncan owns and operates a tavern. Thanks to Nathan Stine for this news.

8 Responses to “Little-Known Independent Presidential Candidate Likely to Qualify in Ohio”

  1. Stine Says:
    August 30th, 2008 at 3:44 am

    Richard Duncan also appeared as a write-in candidate for US Senate in 2006. He received 830 votes.

    http://www.sos.state.oh.us/SOS/elections/electResultsMain/2006ElectionsResults/06-1107USSenate.aspx

  2. Kelly Says:
    August 30th, 2008 at 5:47 am

    I’ve lived in Ohio all my life and keep up with 3rd party politics and I’ve never heard of this guy. 13,000 signatures is very impressive for an unknown independent.

  3. Scott West Says:
    August 30th, 2008 at 9:41 am

    There is some basic information about Mr. Duncan, including a photo here:
    http://www.vote-usa.org/Intro.aspx?Id=OHDuncanRichardA

    Apparently he also attempted to run for Aurora OH city council in 2007, but was kept off the ballot on account of residency restrictions:
    http://www.oliveaurora.org/uncategorized/if-nobody-runs-do-we-still-vote/

  4. David Gaines Says:
    August 30th, 2008 at 11:39 am

    I say good for him. I have no clue who he is, either, other than what he submitted to some voting information site in Ohio in 2006 about believing in the Bible but respecting the opinions of those “who do not choose to do so” (eminently openminded, especially for a candidate for office). Anyone who is that dedicated and determined to exercising his right to run for office deserves a salute.

  5. richard a duncan Says:
    September 11th, 2008 at 9:27 am

    I was told I will be on the ballot by the attorney for the elections bureau, yesterday. thanks richard

  6. Mirelle Says:
    September 11th, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    Good for him- how impressive that someone would be so dedicated to their country that they would make the effort that this gentleman has made.
    I believe in this country because of people like Richard Duncan- may we all recognize this great accomplishment- he has my vote!

  7. Ron E. Duncan Says:
    October 4th, 2008 at 6:38 am

    He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother.

  8. Brittany Lucas Says:
    October 30th, 2008 at 5:40 am

    i get that he has 13,000 signatures but what issues does he support and whats he going to do for America