Will Akron Elect Its First Openly Non-Binary Councilmember?
Non-binary organizer and first-time candidate Fran Wilson says their campaign for Akron city council has met an “appetite for change” across the city.
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Though the maps for his district have not yet been finalized, Forhan is excited to run and bring equality & infrastructure to Ohio.
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Democrat Matt Kilboy will face off against anti-LGBTQ+ Republican incumbent Dave Joyce in this northeast part of the state.
A *Major* Victory for Trans Representation After Historic Ohio School Board Race
With his teenage daughter as his campaign manager, Dion Manley made Ohio history with his election win in Gahanna.
23(!) LGBTQ+ Ohio Victories from Tuesday’s History-Making Election
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With his City Council reelection bid, Columbus’ Shannon Hardin looks to continue history-making representation
“These are the elections that matter the most: [local elections] are the ones with the most direct political impact on your life.”
