User:Mattpcan/Michael Johnston (Libertarian Politician)

Michael Johnston (Libertarian Politician) is an active member of the Libertarian Party of Ohio, serving on the Executive Committee and as the Treasurer of the organization. Johnston is largely responsible for the Libertarian Party of Ohio achieving FEC recognition as a political party at the federal level.

In 2008, Johnston earned 4.79% of the vote as a candidate for State Representative in Ohio's 19th district. Johnston's presence in the race may have influenced the outcome, as Republican candidate Brad Lewis lost by less than 735 votes to Democratic candidate Marian Harris. Johnston has declared his candidacy for the 19th District in 2010.

Personal Life
Johnston was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on October 4, 1979. He attended Norwin High School where he was active in track and field and the marching band. After moving to Columbus, Ohio Johnston graduated from DeVry University in October of 2004 with a Bachelors of Science in Computer Information Systems. In 2006, he received a Masters in Public Administration from the Keller Graduate School of Management. He currently resides in Westerville, Ohio where he is an information systems support specialist.

Political Ideology
Johnston has campaigned on a platform which includes reduced regulation, the elimination of Ohio's income tax, energy diversity, and school choice.