Meet the Candidates

Since 2017, Run for Something has endorsed over 3,500 candidates across all 50 states and D.C.
Since 2017, we have elected over 1,000 candidates across 48 states

Ohio Candidates

Run for Something is working with hundreds of young diverse progressives running for local office for the first time. Find one in your community and support their campaign.

2024 Candidates

Matthew Ahn
County Prosecutor, Cuyahoga County, OH
Matthew is a candidate running for Cuyahoga County prosecutor with a strong passion for justice and equality. With a background as both a law...
Leo Almeida
State Representative, House District 5, OH
Leo is a dedicated government relations professional and community leader who brings over thirteen years of legislative experience to the...
Willis Blackshear Jr
State Senate, District 6, OH
Willis is a dedicated candidate running for State Senate in District 6. With a deep understanding of the challenges facing families in his...
Eli Bohnert
State House, District 6, OH
Eli, a Westside resident, is running for District 6's Ohio State House seat. With a Master's degree in Public Health from The Ohio State...
Christine Cockley
State House, District 6, OH
Christine, MPA, PHR is a graduate of The Ohio State University's John Glenn College of Public Affairs and currently holds the position of...
Michele Grim
State House, District 43, OH
Dr. Grim is a dedicated public health advocate and highly regarded educator. With a deep commitment to Ohio's communities, she is determined...
Crystal Lett
State House, District 11, OH
Crystal, a graduate of The Ohio State University, has dedicated her career to serving her community. As a Certified Mental Health...
Micah McCarey
State House, District 95, OH
Micah is a dedicated public servant focused on uniting communities through initiatives that promote public safety, economic growth, education...
Landon Meador
State House, District 45, OH
Landon, a Gen-Z candidate, is running for State Representative in Ohio's 45th district. Focused on addressing real issues that affect people,...
Pavan Parikh
Court Clerk, Hamilton County, OH
As the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts since 2021, Pavan has made significant strides in enhancing transparency, accessibility, and...
Sarah Pomeroy
State House of Representatives, District 10, OH
Sarah is a Senior Assistant City Attorney in the nuisance abatement section of the Columbus City Attorney's office. With a strong background...
Laura Schaeffer
State House, District 59, OH
Laura, a graduate of Agnes Scott College and Georgia Tech, has served on the Beloit Village council since 2020. With a background in...
Virginia Tallent
Judge, General Division, Hamilton County, OH
Virginia is a seasoned public servant with a passion for driving community-focused change. In her role as Deputy City Manager for Cincinnati,...
Desiree Tims
State House, District 38, OH
Desiree, a dedicated leader and graduate of Dunbar High School, is vying to represent District 38 of the Ohio House with strong leadership...
Lesley Verbus
State House, District 86, OH
Lesley is a candidate for Ohio's District 86 Statehouse seat, bringing expertise in city planning and entrepreneurship to her campaign. With...

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