Tim Ryan is a tireless advocate for working families in Ohio's 13th District. First elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2002, he is currently serving in his ninth term. Tim's primary focus is on improving the economy and quality-of-life in Ohio. He works closely with local officials and community leaders to enhance economic competitiveness and help attract high-quality, high-paying jobs. Tim is a dynamic leader known for challenging both parties to rebuild the middle class. He is a champion of efforts to make college more affordable, revitalize America's cities and improve the health and well-being of American families and children. Tim's vision for a stronger economy and his work on these and other issues has garnered national attention. He is the author of A Mindful Nation: How a Simple Practice Can Help Us Reduce Stress, Improve Performance, and Recapture the American Spirit and The Real Food Revolution: Healthy Eating, Green Groceries, and the Return of the American Family Farm.