We want to leave you with some unsolicited comments about Fred Dailey from opinion leaders in Ohio. But first, we want to share with you a note from a fan who used the lyrics from a song by Dwight Yoakam. He said, “If you don’t like him, you don’t know him.” We want you to get to know Fred Dailey
and we hope you will return to this site often for updates on the campaign and new Ridin’ the Eastern
Range essays.

Read what others say about Fred:

“For the past 16 years, Fred Dailey has done his work with sincerity and determination, honesty and concern. Dailey has been neither a politician nor a bureaucrat, but rather a leader who did the job with seriousness and professionalism. His courage to address the tough issues and his directness in putting agriculture in the spotlight inspires us all.”
Tim White, Editor
Ohio Farmer Magazine

“Under Director Fred Dailey and his dedicated staff, the Ohio Department of Agriculture delivers what we should expect from government: protection of the public, responsiveness to constituents, and an eye on taking care of our tax dollars. For an agency that’s 159 years old, it’s not a bad model for the future.”
Jack Fisher, Exec. V.P.
Ohio Farm Bureau

“You have left a legacy that will not be equaled. Honesty and integrity are your hallmarks. Thank you for your service.”
Jim Buchy, former state representative and
leader of the conservative Caveman Caucus

“Fred Dailey is a solid conservative, a distinguished public servant, and a great candidate for Congress.”
Andy Vance, President
Buckeye Ag Radio Network
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“In my nearly three decades of covering agriculture, Fred Dailey stands heads and shoulders above others I have known. That isn’t to say Ohio has had bad directors as a state, we’ve been blessed with very good, talented individuals who have served in this position. However, none of them can match Fred for his talent in so many areas.

One of the things I like best about Fred Dailey, though, is he has kept his perspective even as his responsibilities and achievements have mounted. I suppose some of this can be attributed to the many challenges he has faced which have helped to keep him humble. . . I can’t think of anyone I would rather have as an advocate for Ohio agriculture.”
Tim Reeves
The Country Parson

“Fred had a vision of where the department should go. He had a passion for Ohio agriculture and I am very proud of the job he has done. . . .He was probably the best administrator in my cabinet.”
George Voinovich, Ohio Governor 1991-99
Current U.S. Senator

“He was my first appointment and he has done a solid job. Fred is a very good man. He has done well for agriculture and for Ohio.”
Bob Taft, Ohio Governor 1999-2007

“Fred always had Ohio agriculture at heart. He provided excellent leadership and developed tremendous facilities for the department under his watch. He really took the Ohio Department of Agriculture to the next level.”
Dr. Bobby Moser, V.P.
College of Agriculture
The Ohio State University

“Your contributions to the Department and the field of agriculture are enormous—from your influence in increasing quality assurance standards to the building of secure, high-tech laboratories for testing of diseases detrimental to the security of our nation.”
Karen Holbrook, Past President
The Ohio State University

“Fred and I have sometimes disagreed on policy issues, but if I had to pick one person to back me up in a foxhole, it would be Fred Dailey.”
Betty Montgomery, Former Ohio
Attorney General

“Fred Dailey is not afraid to tackle many issues. But surprisingly, he’s not imposing. He has a very good, warm style of working with people, but some real tenacity when he has his mind made up.”
Karl Gephardt, Sr. V. P.
Paul Werth Associates

“My years in Ohio were among the highlights of my career and certainly the opportunity to work with you made that very much so.”
Gordon Gee, President
The Ohio State University

“Fred has the ability to be a true visionary. He can look way down the road and see where Ohio agriculture needs to be.”
Elizabeth Harsh, Exec. Secretary
Ohio Cattlemen’s Association

“ When the world comes to an end, I want to be standing next to Fred Dailey.”
Mark List, Former Exec. Secretary
Ohio Fair Managers Association