As a former social worker, State Representative Thomas West (OH-49) enjoys connecting with people in his job. In his Know Your Electeds interview, West shared that the thing he likes most about being a legislator is the ability to advocate on behalf of his constituents. It was his past experience in social work and time as a city council member that inspired him to run for state office so he could help even more people.

If West were to have lunch with any politician, it would be President Joe Biden. He would take an out-of-town visitor to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.