David Thomas (born April 5, 1993) is an American politician who is a Republican member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing the 65th district. He won the primary with 72% of the vote. The district is based in Ashtabula and Trumbull counties, taking in the communities of Cortland, Hubbard, North Kingsville and Geneva. Personal life and education. Thomas earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Baldwin State University. He is Evangelical. Prior to his election to the Ohio House, Thomas served as the Ashtabula County Auditor. Political views. Property taxes. Thomas supports tax breaks and reforms to the Ohio Tax Code for property owners.