About Mark
Mark Critz knows Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District unlike any other candidate. For over a decade, Mr. Critz became intimately intertwined with the people of the district while serving in several roles, including district director, for the late Congressman John P. Murtha.
What Mark took away from his time with Mr. Murtha is that being a good congressman means being a good public servant. No selfish or party interests should supersede the needs of the people whom you represent. “Nobody in this race cares about this district, its people and their needs like I do,” said Critz. “Being a good representative is exactly that – representing the needs and expectations of the people who live in this great district. I know, firsthand, the challenges that face our district. I intend to pick up the reigns and lead us to the fulfillment of what were once some pretty lofty objectives.”
As Mark hits the campaign trail in the 12th Congressional District, he is happy to encounter familiar faces and friends in every corner of our district, which spans more than 2,700 square miles. Even with that geographic divide amongst many of the district’s constituents, Critz knows many of their concerns are the same. If elected to Congress, Critz will continue to fight for better highways and improved infrastructure which are key components to accomplishing his greatest goal – creating jobs and improving our economy.
“Everywhere I go in the 12th Congressional District people have talked to me about economic development issues,” said Critz said. “I have been fighting this fight for longer than a decade, and we have already seen some great results. My experience has provided me with the knowledge to hit the ground running and keep important economic development initiatives moving forward.”
Mark’s conservative Democratic values are representative of the Pennsylvania 12th Congressional District. Mark is Pro Life, a supporter of our 2nd Amendment rights, a fervent believer in a strong national defense and a supporter of creating an atmosphere in which small business can flourish.
“This is a critical time for our country and our district,” Critz said. “We are facing many important issues and the decisions we make now will live with us for generations to come. It is important that the voice of the residents of the Pennsylvania 12th Congressional District be heard, and I believe I know this district’s desires and needs better than any other candidate.”
Mark was recognized for his excellent service to our nation’s military when he was awarded the Patrick Henry Award by the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS). The Patrick Henry Award is designed to provide recognition to local officials and civic leaders, who in a position of great responsibility distinguished themselves with outstanding and exceptional service to the Armed Forces of the United States, the National Guard or NGAUS. It is the highest civilian award issued by the National Guard.
Mr. Critz proved his value to the constituents of the PA 12th Congressional District while working on two major topics to impact the region during the past decade. He served as Congressman Murtha’s liaison to the Flight 93 Memorial committee and spent 72 hours at the Que Creek Mine disaster site on behalf of Congressman Murtha.
