Primary Election Recap
Congratulations to all the winners in the primary election and thank you to every candidate who stepped forward to run. We also extend our gratitude to all the candidates who donated their time and energy to appear before the club, speak with members, and share their earnest and sincere vision for reshaping our democracy so it continues to serve all citizens in an equitable fashion.
For a complete list of candidates in the upcoming general election, click here and filter the results for Rocky River. We will also be updating our 2026 election information page soon with the official candidate list and links to candidate information.
Looking for ways to keep the momentum going? Stay tuned for more information on volunteer opportunities and other ways to engage!
A Note About the Primary
from David Brock, Chair Cuyahoga Democrats
Cuyahoga County turnout in Tuesday’s primary exceeded expectations as well as surpassing turnout in the 2022 and 2024 primaries. We also surpassed turnout in both Franklin and Hamilton Counties. This was driven in part by an intentional, and enormous, increase in Vote-By-Mail ballots so much so that we had nearly 4 times as many people vote-by-mail as our friends in Franklin County did.
Congratulations to all the candidates who won last night. With Brian Poindexter’s victory, along with Congresswoman Shontel Brown’s, we have a genuine chance this cycle to make our entire county’s Congressional delegation Blue. Thanks to all the candidates who ran and didn’t win. And most importantly, thank you to the 800+ people who ran for our Central Committee. Serving our party requires a level of devotion and sacrifice that makes all future successes possible.
All the endorsed candidates won last night in part because of the ongoing professionalization of party operations. Thanks to Representative Chris Glassburn for his continued stewardship of our Sample Ballot program, and the hundreds who stepped up on Election Day and before, to ensure its success. A success so overwhelming it’s now being imitated all over this county.
We can get caught up on who won or lost precinct races, but working together is the only way we’re going to win this county and state in the Fall. This isn’t about Sherrod Brown or Amy Acton or Shontel Brown or any one candidate, but about all of us as Democrats operating in unison to defeat real threats to our well-being. We are not working to elect the perfect candidate, but to reclaim and build on a legacy that emphasizes equal opportunities, economic justice, and ending a system that favors the few while harming the many.
On to November and let’s win there.
David Brock
Green Team at EarthFest
Looking for a fun family activity this Saturday? Join the Rocky River Green Team at EarthFest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church. This annual event is a great opportunity to enjoy the day, connect with the community, and support local groups focused on environmental sustainability.
May Meeting Scheduled
Mark your calendars for the May Rocky River Democrats meeting on Tuesday, May 26 at the Rocky River Library. With Memorial Day and the end of the school year approaching, schedules can get busy and it’s easy to miss our monthly gatherings. But in this critical election year, every meeting matters—hope to see you there!
Upcoming Campaign Events
Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.
Fundraiser for Nickie Antonio – June 4
- Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
- Immigrant Son Brewery
- Lakewood, OH
Get Involved – Other Events and Actions
PRIDE in the CLE – Saturday, June 6, 2026
Be part of Northeast Ohio’s biggest celebration of LGBTQ+ community, visibility, and joy.
Don’t miss your chance to get involved! MORE INFO
Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!
The other day, someone asked me why there was someone dressed like a dinosaur on the sidewalk by Crocker Park mall. Join other people and the occasional dinosaur for Stand Up Saturdays to encourage residents to honk, wave and support democracy! On the Public sidewalks at the corner of Detroit Road and Crocker Road from 10am to noon every Saturday.
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