Ohio’s Next Congressman: NFL star Anthony Gonzalez

5 Reasons Why He’s a Star Both On & Off the Field

NFL Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez is running for Congress in Ohio’s 16th district.

1) Gonzalez Embodies the American Dream

On December 29th, 1960, his grandparents fled Cuba under threat of execution from the Castro regime. Along with their children, they settled in Ohio in search of a better life based on a belief in the American values of freedom, equal justice under the law, and free markets that have allowed generations of Americans to create the freest and most prosperous nation in human history. They built a successful steel business that has hired hundreds of Ohioans. Gonzalez was born with steel in his DNA — growing up in the business and working summers alongside his family.

Gonzalez and his Cuban exile abuela who instilled him an immense appreciation for freedom

2) He’s All About OHIO

Gonzalez was a star wide receiver for Ohio State — winning two Big-Ten Championships. Tens of thousands of fans, now voters, turned-out to watch him and the team play. At the same time, Gonzalez was an Academic All-American — majoring in philosophy.