“Having watched Dan Ruby serve the Ashland community for years, I'm pleased to see him step up for city council. He has the right blend of talents and respect for citizens to do a great job, and I think we should take him up on his offer.”
Community Support
Endorsements
Leaders across education, public service, and community life who support Dan Ruby for Ashland City Council.
“Dan Ruby has a record of proven leadership experience in several public and nonprofit sectors. He has a broad background as educator and public servant. He has helped guide solutions to fiscal challenges, impacted advancements in housing affordability, and fostered cross-agency collaboration in health and human services. Dan brings contemporary thinking and technology to bear in solving problems. He is creative, yet practical. He listens well and asks hard questions. He enjoys working in teams, showing genuine respect for diverse views. I am happy to endorse his candidacy for a position on our Ashland City Council.”
“Dan Ruby has been my trusted colleague and mentor for the first year of my service with the Ashland School Board. He approaches the concerns of our schools with thoughtfulness and intelligence, but what is most outstanding about Dan is his equanimity. He instinctively understands what it means to be part of a decision-making body that listens to the concerns of the community and then gets things done.
Dan Ruby has my full support for Ashland City Council.”
“Dan will be a powerful LGBTQ+ voice in the Ashland City Council!”
Candidate Distinctions
Recognition from organizations that evaluate candidates on specific issues — not formal endorsements.
Moms Demand Action — Gun Sense Candidate
Moms Demand Action has awarded Dan Ruby the 2026 Gun Sense Candidate distinction, recognizing his advocacy for gun violence prevention and commitment to governing with gun safety in mind.
The Gun Sense Candidate distinction is not an endorsement from Moms Demand Action or Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund. It signals to supporters and voters that a candidate advocates for gun violence prevention.
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