Jr., has served the local and state government in several elected and appointed positions and Leonard M. Calabrese has worked for the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland during his long and dedicated service.

In 1970, Anthony O. Calabrese was the Democratic nominee for the office of Lieutenant Governor of Ohio.

He testified before Congressional committees in 1965 in favor of the historic Immigration Reform Act which was signed by President Johnson, ending discriminatory provisions against Italians and other groups.

Calabrese was also the sponsor of legislation making Columbus Day a legal holiday in Ohio and worked for that nationally.

He was also a leader in establishing Cleveland State University, Cuyahoga Community College, and the Golden Buckeye Card, as well as being a champion for the developmentally disabled, senior citizens, veterans, and the working poor.