FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
16 MARCH 2022
Portage County Young Democrats Issue Primary Endorsements
Kent, OH | The Portage County Young Democrats met on Wednesday to consider candidate endorsements for the 2022 Primary Election. After consideration of the voting membership, the following candidates were endorsed:
FEDERAL
Tim Ryan for U.S. Senate
Matt Kilboy for U.S. House
STATEWIDE
Nan Whaley for Ohio Governor and Cheryl Stephens for Lt. Governor
Chelsea Clark for Secretary of State
Jeffrey Crossman for Attorney General
Scott Schertzer for Treasurer
Taylor Sappington for Auditor
JUDICIAL
Justice Jennifer Brunner for Ohio Supreme Court, Chief Justice
Judge Terri Jamison for Ohio Supreme Court
Judge Marilyn Zayas for Ohio Supreme Court
Judge Thomas Wright for Court of Appeals, 11thDistrict
Judge Laurie Pittman for Common Pleas Court, General Division
Judge Paula Giulitto for Common Pleas Court, Domestic Relations
LEGISLATIVE
Kathleen Clyde for Ohio House
COUNTYWIDE
Geraldine Nelson for Commissioner
Bradley Cromes for Auditor
The organization issued the following statement in the two contested races:
GOVERNOR: Nan Whaley was a fierce advocate for the citizens of Dayton, and will continue to be a fierce advocate as Ohio’s next Governor. Throughout her career, Nan has been intentional about bringing young people to the table, and elevating their voices at every level. She got her start in the Young Democrats - it feels only fitting that we pay it forward by sending her to the Governor’s Mansion.
COMMISSIONER: Dr. Geraldine Nelson has been a pillar in the greater Portage County Community for over 30 years. She’s dedicated her career to advocating for young people, and to fighting for and lifting up underserved communities across Northeast Ohio. Her experience in higher education and social justice, in budget management and personnel management, and her unique perspective, will be crucial in moving Portage County Forward.
For more information about our Endorsed Democrats, and to view completed candidate questionnaires, visit www.portageyd.org/candidates.