Barbara Boyd (Ohio politician)

Barbara Boyd (April 24, 1942 – November 5, 2022) was an American politician. She served twice as a Democratic member of the Ohio House of Representatives, serving the 9th district from 2007 to 2014, and the same district from 1993 until 2000. Quotes You serve a purpose greater than just being on the House floor. You are there to educate. You are there to work with your constituents. Longtime State Rep. Barbara Boyd dies at the age of 80 Retrieved 20 April 2025 From what I hear, I haven’t missed anything. We are so much in the minority this year that my one vote wouldn’t mean much of anything. I’m going to go back in September. That’s what I’m working so hard for. I’m going back in September even if they have to wheel me up. That’s all there is to it. I want to finish with [Speaker] Batchelder. And also because I need my health insurance. Ohio Rep. Barbara Boyd battles illness, does her job from home Retrieved 20 April 2025 Quotes about Barbara Boyd (Ohio politician) Practically every Democratic politician of substance sought her advice and support and as our representative in the state legislature she was a fierce advocate for her constituents Boyd was a trailblazer for Black and other women and will be sorely missed. We love her and are certainly going to miss her, and she taught us a lot Longtime State Rep. Barbara Boyd dies at the age of 80 Retrieved 20 April 2025 What’s really important when you are a House member in the minority is to represent your community through constituent work. She is probably one of the most knowledgeable state reps in the area of health and human services. Ohio Rep. Barbara Boyd battles illness, does her job from home Retrieved 20 April 2025 External Links Category:Women politicians in the United States Category:Politicians from Ohio