Kevin Coughlin Named Ohio State Chair for U.S. Term Limits Movement

Kevin Coughlin, a seasoned political veteran and former Ohio state legislator, has been selected as the new Ohio State Chair for U.S. Term Limits, an organization dedicated to promoting legislative term limits across the United States. Coughlin takes over the role from Bernie Moreno, who recently was elected to the United States Senate.

With a background spanning public service and private enterprise, Coughlin is uniquely positioned to advocate for congressional term limits. Having served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1996 to 2001 and the Ohio Senate from 2001 to 2011, he understands firsthand the potential benefits of limiting political tenure.

Coughlin's appointment comes at a critical time when public sentiment increasingly supports restricting the duration of congressional service. He argues that serving in Congress has transformed from a public service commitment to a potentially lucrative career path for many politicians.

Polling data suggests overwhelming bipartisan support for term limits among Ohioans, presenting a promising landscape for Coughlin's advocacy efforts. His professional experience, including founding the marketing firm Lexington Companies and serving as Clerk of the Stow Municipal Court, provides him with diverse perspectives on governmental effectiveness.

Philip Blumel, President of U.S. Term Limits, expressed confidence in Coughlin's leadership, believing his appointment will significantly advance the organization's goals in Ohio. The organization aims to fundamentally reshape congressional service by introducing mechanisms that prevent extended political careers.

Coughlin's recent political experience, including a 2024 congressional campaign where he narrowly lost in a historically challenging district, further demonstrates his commitment to political engagement and reform. His extensive community involvement, including board memberships in various organizations, underscores his dedication to public service.

As Ohio State Chair, Coughlin will work to build momentum for a term limits resolution, leveraging his political networks and personal credibility to generate support across party lines. His appointment represents a strategic move by U.S. Term Limits to advance their national agenda of promoting legislative renewal and preventing career politicking.