Club Updates

RR Dems News and Events – July 16, 2026

We heard from so many candidates this past week that this edition is dedicated to candidate events and other ways to get involved.

July 26 marks just 100 days until the midterm election. With campaign season heating up and attack ads already underway, now is a great time to get involved. Whether you can volunteer, attend an event, donate to a campaign or simply stay informed, every effort makes a difference.

Ways to Get Involved

Canvassing and Community Conversations

Below are some local events with Ohio Wins. They also sent a complete list of July and August activities, or check out our Elections page.

Knock Doors for Rocky River – Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins

Canvass locally in Rocky River! Here’s your chance to talk to neighbors and fellow residents about Sherrod Brown, Dr. Acton and our other great candidates!

  • Saturday July 18
  • 1pm-3pm
  • Erie Island Coffee

The Inside Scoop: Ice Cream Social with your Field Organizer, Claire, at Mitchell’s Ice Cream. Meet your field organizer and have some great ice cream! Register here.

  • Wednesday July 22
  • 2pm-3pm
  • Mitchell’s Ice Cream

100 Days Weekend of Action Canvass – Westlake – Click here to register.

  • Saturday July 25 (10am and 1pm)
  • Sunday July 26 (1pm)
  • Meet at Panera Bread on Detroit Rd.

Indivisible Strongsville Meeting – July 21

  • Date: July 21, 2026
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Location: Strongsville Library

Cuyahoga County Dems Annual Dinner – July 19

Have you signed up for the Annual Dinner? Join Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton at the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party 2026 Annual Dinner. Click on the links to register.

Megan Coy Fundraising Event – July 17

Fundraiser for Fallon Marie Radigan, Common Pleas Court Judge – July 22

After Work Discussion with Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter – July 23

Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter

  • Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake

Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest – July 25

The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!

  • Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
  • Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
  • Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park

Conversation with John Kulewicz, Candidate for Ohio Attorney General – Monday, July 27

A Quick Note About Yard Signs

We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!

Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing

Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.

We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – July 9, 2026

The elections are 117 days away. That may seem like plenty of time, but Election Day will be here before we know it. Now is the time to get involved, get to know the candidates, learn about the issues, and help build the momentum we’ll need to win in November. Whether you’re ready to knock on doors, join a community conversation, attend a fundraiser, or support our candidates in another way, there’s an opportunity for everyone.  We’ll keep posting upcoming events (and please share any that we miss), but check out what is coming up in the next few weeks!

Ways to Get Involved

Brian Poindexter in Lakewood – July 9

Its never too late to sign up! Join Nickie Antonio in Lakewood to support Brian Poindexter. Click here to register .

Canvassing and Community Conversations

Lakewood Weekend Canvass – Lakewood Weekend Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins

  • Saturday July 11
  • 10am and 1pm

Donuts and Democracy – Donuts & Democracy · Ohio Wins

Join your Field Organizer, Claire, for local handmade donuts from scratch trying fun donut flavors while talking about current events and connecting with your community.

  • Thursday July 16
  • 11am-12:30pm
  • Big Mouth Donuts, Detroit Road

Knock Doors for Rocky River – Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems! · Ohio Wins

Canvass locally in Rocky River! Here’s your chance to talk to neighbors and fellow residents about Sherrod Brown, Dr. Acton and our other great candidates!

  • Saturday July 18
  • 1pm-3pm
  • Erie Island Coffee

Indivisible Strongsville Meeting – July 21

  • Date: July 21, 2026
  • Time: 7:00pm
  • Location: Strongsville Library

A Quick Note About Yard Signs

We’ve received several inquiries about yard signs over the past few weeks, and we love the enthusiasm! Yard signs for Acton, Brown, and other Democratic candidates are expected to be released soon. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let everyone know how to get them. Thank you for helping spread the word and show your support!

Cuyahoga County Dems Annual Dinner

Join Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton at the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party 2026 Annual Dinner. Click on the links to register.

Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing

Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.

We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.

Other Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Allison Russo Campaign Fundraiser

Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest

The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!

  • Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
  • Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
  • Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park

Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter Event

Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter

  • Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – July 2, 2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the meeting on Tuesday night. We had an excellent conversation with Marie and Laura of Ohio Ballot Protection about the opportunities we have as voters to actually influence policy in Ohio. Check out their site for more trainings and other useful information. Thanks again Marie and Laura!

Looking for ways to get involved this weekend? Check out the Campaign Events section below for parade walks in Parma with Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter, along with canvassing opportunities with the Ohio Democratic Party.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and enjoyable Fourth of July!

Upcoming Canvass Events with Ohio Dems

The Ohio Dems continue to build momentum and support for Democratic candidates in our area! Here’s what one volunteer had to say about his experience:

“Not only did the volunteers prepare me for success by setting proper expectations in advance, they also gave me the tools I needed to be effective …in just the last 4 weeks, I’ve met with many people who share my convictions, one or two who couldn’t be bothered, and more than a few folks who were unaware of who was running but were genuinely grateful for the information.” – Jim Brown, new volunteer.

Want to share your volunteer experience? We would love to hear more. Send us an email!

The work doesn’t stop just because its a holiday! Join the canvass in Lakewood or Parma this Sunday, July 5 and check out other activities and events on Mobilize here: Upcoming Ohio Wins Events

Useful Info from the Ohio Progressive Briefing

Innovation Ohio has started hosting the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a regular series that shares the latest messaging, polling, and research to help Ohio’s progressive organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and equipped for the work ahead. , and we wanted to share highlights from their most recent briefing below.

We’ll also post these resources on our Election Page so you always know where to find them.

Cuyahoga County Dems Annual Dinner

Join Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton at the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party 2026 Annual Dinner. Click on the links to register.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Parma July 4th Parade with Poindexter for Congress

Walk with Brian Poindexter at the Parma Centennial parade! The parade steps off at 10AM. Click here for more information and to register: Join the Parade with Poindexter for Congress!

  • Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
  • Time: 6:30am – 11:30am
  • Location: Ridge Road in Parma (exact location will be sent out)

Walk with Chris Ronayne in Parma’s Bicentennial Parade

Kick your 4th of July celebration off in Parma! The Chris Ronayne Campaign is looking for volunteers to march with him in the Parma Bicentennial Parade on July 4. The total parade distance is about 1.7 miles and all volunteers get a free t-shirt. Click here to register: Celebrate July 4th with Chris in Parma’s Bicentennial Parade!

  • Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
  • Time: 9am
  • Location: Parma (exact meeting details when you register)

Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest

The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!

  • Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
  • Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
  • Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park

Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter Event

Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter

  • Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – June 25, 2026

Join us for the June Meeting!

Please join us for the RR Dems monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 30 at the Rocky River Public Library.

Featured Speaker: Marie Simon, the co-Chair and Vice President of Ohio Ballot Protection! Ohio Ballot Protection (OBP) is a nonpartisan initiative dedicated to educating Ohioans about direct democracy and empowering citizens to participate in the ballot initiative process. Maria will bring her insights about voting protection projects as well as recent events targeting voting engagement.

You can register for the event here. Hope to see you there!

  • Time:  Doors open at 6:30pm. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm.
  • Location:  Rocky River Public Library
  • Date:  June 30, 2026

Special Event with Cory Booker & Sherrod Brown – June 28

U.S. Senator Cory Booker and U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown will be appearing at a special fundraising event this Sunday at 2pm in Cleveland. Location TBD. Click here to register and donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/062826clegra

Upcoming Canvass Events with Ohio Dems

Westlake Canvass for Poindexter, Acton and Brown with Scott DiMauro

Join Scott DiMauro, Democratic Candidate for State Representative – Ohio House District 16, and the ODP Coordinated Campaign this Saturday in Westlake to support Amy Acton, Sherrod Brown, Brian Poindexter and other Democratic candidates. They will meet at Panera on Detroit Rd. at 1:00 p.m.

Lakewood Canvass Events this weekend – Join the Ohio Dems for a canvass event in Lakewood on Saturday, June 27. Morning and afternoon times are available so check the link below.

  • Sign Up Here for the Event: https://www.mobilize.us/ohiowins/event/956774/

Sherrod Brown/Amy Acton Event

Two Final Thoughts

A Quick Followup – Gov Dewine vetoed HB472 on Wednesday. And while it may be possible that we will see this ugly bill again, we appreciate that he listened to all the voices speaking out against this bill.

A note on campaign fundraising – It can be so frustrating when you want to DO Something, and all anyone seems to be asking for right now is for you to DONATE something.  And during a time when a lot of us are struggling with everyday expenses, this is especially hard to take. Unfortunately, fundraising is an inevitable part of campaigning in the modern era.  Experts say that one of the major contributing factors to Sherrod Brown’s loss in the last election was simply that he was outspent (a large component of which was outside money, according to PBS.org.) 

The reality is that the days and weeks after the primary are critical fundraising times for most campaigns, giving candidates the opportunity to set up their campaign structure, media planning, and get preliminary messaging out first.  This is especially important if the primary campaign was a contentious and expensive one, that may have unexpectedly exhausted the initial campaign funds earlier than expected.  If we want to make a good showing in November, its essential that campaigns fill their coffers now.

If you are one of the many who is looking for ways to Do Something, please keep an eye on this newsletter for updates on ways you can get involved—whether through volunteering, donating, or both. Every contribution matters, and together we can provide our candidates with the resources, support, and grassroots energy they need to compete and win in November.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Walk with Chris Ronayne in Parma’s Bicentennial Parade

Kick your 4th of July celebration off in Parma! The Chris Ronayne Campaign is looking for volunteers to march with him in the Parma Bicentennial Parade on July 4. The total parade distance is about 1.7 miles and all volunteers get a free t-shirt. Click here to register: Celebrate July 4th with Chris in Parma’s Bicentennial Parade!

  • Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
  • Time: 9am
  • Location: Parma (exact meeting details when you register)

Help Staff the Chris Ronayne Booth at Summerfest

The Chris Ronayne campaign is looking for volunteers to staff their booth at Summerfest in Fairview Park on Saturday, July 25. Booth staffers will be there to talk to people, educate voters and represent Chris and the campaign. For more information, sign up here: Represent Team Ronayne at Summerfest in Fairview Park!

  • Date: Saturday, July 27, 2026
  • Time: Shifts available from 9am to 9pm
  • Location: Bohlken Park, Fairview Park

Chris Ronayne and Brian Poindexter Event

Join Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne for an after work discussion with Congressional Candidate Brian Poindexter. Click here to register: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cr4poindexter

  • Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Location: Sibling Revelry Brewing, Westlake

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – June 18, 2026

RR Dems June Meeting

Please join us for our monthly meeting on June 30 at the Rocky River Public Library. We will be hosting Marie Simon, the co-Chair and Vice President of Ohio Ballot Protection!

Ohio Ballot Protection (OBP) is a nonpartisan initiative dedicated to educating Ohioans about direct democracy and empowering citizens to participate in the ballot initiative process. Through education, outreach, and community engagement, OBP works to protect and strengthen Ohioans’ ability to have a direct voice in their government. Maria has a background in strategic partnerships and community engagement. She is passionate about civic participation and helping Ohioans better understand and access the democratic process. She will speak to us about voting protection projects as well as recent events targeting voting engagement.

You can register for the event here. Hope to see you there!

  • Time:  Doors open at 6:30pm. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm.
  • Location:  Rocky River Public Library
  • Date:  June 30, 2026

Join the Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems

The Ohio Dems just announced several canvassing events for this weekend!

Join them this Sunday, June 21 in Rocky River at Erie Island Coffee Co (19300 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, 44116). 

The Ohio Dems team also announced a happy hour event Friday June 19th at 4:00PM in Rocky River at the Burntwood Tavern (19304 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116). 

Sherrod Brown/Amy Acton Event

One Final Thought

I’ll be honest, there are so many things going on at the State House its almost impossible to keep track of them all.  In our republican-led state government, the number of bills put forth that are everything from frivolous to dangerous attacks on our election system that its hard to know what to focus on.  But every once in a while, something really jumps out. HB 472 is one of those things. What started out as a bipartisan bill to help homeless people get state IDs has morphed, due to a last minute sub bill, into potentially requiring all mail-in voters to send copies of ID with their ballot. The bill has been fast-tracked, limiting discussion and voter feedback. Read more about this bill here. 

It’s urgent that we tell Governor DeWine to veto this terrible bill!

TAKE ACTION NOW!

HB 472 was originally intended to provide ID free of charge for the homeless, but at the last minute it was hijacked and turned into a bill requiring voters to mail in copies of their ID or go to an online portal in order to vote absentee. If this bill becomes law, not only will many eligible voters be disenfranchised, voters’ personal information will be at risk in new and unprecedented ways. Common Cause Ohio is urgently calling for a veto.

TELL DEWINE TO VETO HB 472

Governor DeWine could sign the bill at any time. Please take action now. Send an email at .gtovernor.ohio.gov or call and leave a message. Try (614) 644-4357, or (614) 466-3555 — but be warned: his voicemail is often full!

Let Governor DeWine know that:

  • HB 472 was rushed, with no opportunity for a thorough review.
  • The Ohio Association of Elections Officials came out against the bill, and even Secretary of State Frank LaRose said it might have unintended consequences. 
  • The procedures for providing copies of IDs through the mail or via an online portal leaves Ohioans’ personal information vulnerable.
  • This is an unfunded and complicated mandate for boards of elections.
  • There are already bipartisan election procedures in place to confirm the identity of those voting by mail.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – June 11, 2026

Sherrod Brown Meet and Greet – June 18

Team Sherrod is hosting a Meet and Greet next Thursday in Cleveland with Senator Brown. The event will take place on Thursday, June 18th at 1:00pm in Cleveland. All guests must RSVP through the link below.  The event address will be shared with confirmed guests 24 hours in advance. 

  • Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Check-in begins at 12:45 PM)
  • Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Click here to RSVP/Register! 

Join the Rocky River Canvass with Ohio Dems

The Ohio Dems just announced several canvassing events for this weekend and throughout June!

Join them this Saturday, June 13, at 1:00PM at Cafe Blanc in Parma Heights (6500 Pearl Rd, Parma Heights, 44130) and Sunday, June 14th, at 1:00PM in Rocky River at Erie Island Coffee Co (19300 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, 44116). 

The Ohio Dems team also announced a happy hour event Friday June 19th at 4:00PM in Rocky River at the Burntwood Tavern (19304 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116). 

Register for any and all of the events with the links below!

Rise Up Sing Out Watch Party

  • Date: Sunday June 14
  • Time: 7:00-9:00pm
  • Location: Boss Dog Brewing Co., 2179 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights 44118
  • Link to Register:  SIGN UP HERE

Groups across the country including NO KINGS CLE will be livestreaming a concert Hosted by the Committee for the First Amendment (CFA). This special livestream event will feature an all-star lineup including Jane Fonda, Patti Smith, Bette Midler, Rufus Wainwright, Joy Reid, Wilson Cruz, Broadway Inspirational Voices, and more.

On June 14, we rise up, we sing out, and we keep organizing. Join the group at Boss Dog for a night of community and creativity. In addition to the livestream we will have food and crafts including friendship bracelets. You can bring your own supplies or you can use ours. Cash bar.

Innovation Ohio Launches Ohio Progressive Briefing

Innovation Ohio is trying something new with the launch of the Ohio Progressive Briefing, a series of regular public briefings designed to keep Ohio’s progressive community informed and connected.  This new effort expands that work by providing updates on polling, messaging, and emerging issues to help organizations, activists, elected officials, and campaigns stay informed and effective.

The first briefing, taking place on June 18 at 12pm via Zoom,  will focus on new research and messaging around Ohio’s proposed voter ID amendment and ongoing attacks on Medicaid. Click here to register for the event.  Meeting Registration – Zoom

As Ohio heads into a busy political season, Innovation Ohio hopes these briefings will become a valuable resource for people working to advance progressive priorities across the state.

RR Dems June Meeting

Please join us for our monthly meeting on June 30at the Rocky River Public Library.

You can register for the event here. Hope to see you there!

  • Time:  Doors open at 6:30pm. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm.
  • Location:  Rocky River Public Library
  • Date:  June 30, 2026

One Final Thought

I’ll be honest, there are so many things going on at the State House its almost impossible to keep track of them all.  In our republican-led state government, the number of bills put forth that are everything from frivolous to dangerous attacks on our election system that its hard to know what to focus on.  But every once in a while, something really jumps out. HB 472 is one of those things. What started out as a bipartisan bill to help homeless people get state IDs has morphed, due to a last minute sub bill, into potentially requiring all mail-in voters to send copies of ID with their ballot. The bill has been fast-tracked, limiting discussion and voter feedback. Read more about this bill here.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Join the Ohio Wins group for more of these ongoing activities.

Training:  How to Talk to Voters

Every week, we will host a training that will go through the ins and outs of canvassing, how to speak to voters, and set you up for success while canvassing. Every week, we will go through the basics of canvassing. As the election cycle continues, we will train on how to discuss specific issues such as data centers or LGBTQ+ rights.  Click here to register  How To: Talk to Voters · Ohio Wins

  • Date:  Every Friday
  • Time:  7-8 pm
  • Location:  Cuyahoga County Democratic Party Headquarters, 3615 Superior Ave

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – June 4, 2026

Weekend of Action – Ohio Coordinated Campaign

Ohio Wins Summer Canvass Kickoff!

Come join your fellow democrats at the the Ohio Coordinated Campaign at their Weekend of Action on June 6 & 7. Whether participants are first-time canvassers or experienced organizers, the campaign will provide all the training and materials needed to have meaningful conversations and build momentum for the months ahead. Find a convenient location below. To learn more about the Ohio Coordinated Campaign and sign up to volunteer, click here.

Also, the RR Dems would love to hear about your canvassing experience! Send us an email and let us know what you heard, how people responded, and how it made you feel and we will share it with the group!

Pride in the CLE – June 6, 2026

Come join the crowd to celebrate Pride In the CLE – this Saturday on Mall B and Mall C. This family-friendly event is a chance to celebrate diversity, support one another, and have an amazing time. For a complete information on everything going on at this great event, visit https://lgbtcleveland.org/pride.

No Kings Community Event

On June 14, the No Kings organization will host an evening of community-building and celebration of “the freedoms that belong to all of us: speech, assembly, protest, religion, press, and expression.” The event, called Concert for the First Amendment, will take place live in New York City, with watch parties and local gatherings hosted across the country. For more information, or to organize a watch party or local event, visit the No Kings website: https://www.nokings.org/.

At this time, no local events are listed on the website. If you learn of one in our area, please send the details to our email address so we can include it in the next newsletter.

Max Miller Silenced on the House Floor

Max Miller was silenced on the House floor after accusing fellow lawmaker Rashida Tlaib of backing terrorist organizations, calling him a “butcher”.  Max Miller’s words were stricken from the record and he was not allowed to speak for the rest of the day.  Read the full article here.  OH-7 needs representation that understands that words and actions have consequences, and effective leadership does not come with insults and hateful language!

RR Dems Election Guide

Check out important election deadlines, links to candidate info and ways to get involved at our 2026 Election Guide, now available on the website. We will be updating this page throughout the months leading up to the election, so please feel free to share any useful information for the group.

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 Senator Nickie Antonio – June 4

  • Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
  • Immigrant Son Brewery
  • Lakewood, OH

Click here to RSVP/Donate

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – May 28, 2026

May Meeting Recap

Thanks to everyone who came out to our meeting this week! We had an energetic discussion about upcoming campaign tactics, highlighted by a presentation from Kamira Rahman, Regional Organizing Director for the Ohio Coordinated Campaign.

We’d also like to give a special shout-out to the ladies from the Presidential! This passionate and dedicated group meets regularly to take action, organize protests, and volunteer for the Democratic Party. Thank you for all that you do!

Finally, a big thank-you to all of our speakers, including Pat Kelly from the Cuyahoga County Council and Scott DiMauro, candidate for State Representative. We appreciate you taking the time to speak with us and to listen to our concerns and questions.

Weekend of Action – Ohio Coordinated Campaign

The Ohio Coordinated Campaign is kicking off their events with a Weekend of Action on June 6 & 7 – a weekend of canvassing in local communities. If you are interested in joining them, they also offer training sessions for people who are new to canvassing. Click on this link for a complete list of locations for the Weekend of Action and how to register or follow the OCC on Volunteer Opportunities, Events, and Petitions Near Me – Ohio Wins Mobilize. To learn more about the Ohio Coordinated Campaign and sign up to volunteer, click here.

Does Door to Door Canvassing Really Work?

One topic that sparked a lot of discussion at our meeting was canvassing. In an age when many people don’t answer their phones or open their doors, is canvassing still an effective tactic — and is it worth volunteering for? It’s a fair and important question.

According to recent studies, door-to-door canvassing remains one of the most effective outreach methods, outperforming phone banking, texting, and even email, with a success rate of about 6–7%. The reason is simple: direct, face-to-face conversations create the strongest opportunities to build trust and make a personal connection. When that happens, the likelihood of influencing someone increases significantly. Another reason canvassing continues to be effective is the improvement in data collection and organization. Campaigns can now better target the right voters and adjust outreach lists based on specific goals, making canvassing efforts more focused and efficient.

Canvassing is not easy work, but it is an effective way to make connections and talk to voters. If you’ve never tried canvassing and are looking for a way to get involved, a training session may be a great way to start.

One Final Thought

You’ve probably already heard about the latest bills introduced in the Ohio House and Senate — House Joint Resolution 9 and Senate Joint Resolution 10 — which would amend the Ohio Constitution to require voters to show a photo ID in order to vote. But here’s the obvious question: why are Republicans trying to lock this into the constitution when Ohio already passed a photo ID law that took effect in 2023?

By putting this into the constitution, Republicans can continue fueling false narratives about widespread voter fraud and keep election fear front and center heading into 2026. Ohio Senate President and lieutenant governor candidate Rob McColley has been one of the loudest voices pushing this agenda — a strategy that closely aligns with the election conspiracy rhetoric embraced by Vivek Ramaswamy and his allies.

This isn’t really about solving a problem that exists. It’s about laying the groundwork for even more restrictions on voting rights in the future — especially targeting mail-in and absentee voting. Once Republicans succeed in constitutionalizing one voting restriction, they’ll use it as justification to push for additional barriers that make it harder for Ohioans to vote.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Rep. Bride Sweeney Fundraiser – May 28

Hi Rocky River Democratic Club! My father and I are hosting a joint fundraiser on May 28th! Come join us!

  • Date: May 28, 2026
  • Time: 5pm – 7pm
  • Location: The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland

Click here for the full invitation and QR codes.

Meet & Greets with Dr. Amy Acton – May 31

Click on the images for more information and to register.

Fundraiser for Senator Nickie Antonio – June 4

  • Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
  • Immigrant Son Brewery
  • Lakewood, OH

Click here to RSVP/Donate

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Deep Canvassing Training from We The Fighters

‘We The Fighters’ is launching a national deep canvass strategy in key battleground Districts to hold Republican Members of Congress accountable at the ballot box this November. Persuasion and meaning-making will be a crucial part of the strategy to impact the 2026 midterm elections. ‘Deep canvassing’ is one of the most effective strategies to help persuade conflicted voters.  Click here to learn more or to register!

  • Part 1 – Thursday, May 21 – Learn about deep canvassing
  • Part 2 – Thursday, May 28 – Dive into the structure of deep canvassing

PRIDE in the CLE – Saturday, June 6, 2026

Volunteer to be part of the CCDP booth at PRIDE in the CLE! Booth shifts are 10am-12pm | 12pm-2pm | 2pm-4pm | 4pm-6pm

Don’t miss your chance to get involved! Sign Up Here!

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – May 21, 2026

Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to come together, kick off the summer, and remember the people who gave so much for our freedom. Check out these events happening around Rocky River this weekend to honor those people and their sacrifice.

  • Summer Concert Series – Friday, May 22 at 6pm – City Hall Gazebo
  • Flag Placement on Veterans Graves – Saturday, May 23 at 8:30am – Lakewood Park Cemetery, 22025 Detroit Rd, Rocky River – Join volunteers in placing 4000 flags on veteran’s graves. Stop by the tables next to the mausoleum to pick up flags, a list of names and a map. Depending on the number of volunteers, this should take about 2 1/2 hours.
  • Memorial Day Ceremony – Monday, May 25 at 10am – Lakewood Park Cemetery

Click here for more information!

RR Dems Monthly Meeting

Just a reminder to join us for our May meeting! Now that the primary election is behind us, it’s time to unpack the results, talk about local issues and try to make sense of the nonstop chaos unfolding in state and national politics and world affairs. If you’ve been yelling at the news lately, this is your chance to do it among friends. Click here to register!

  • Date: Tuesday, May 26
  • Location: Rocky River Library
  • Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm

One Final Thought

The Ohio Legislature is back in session, and one of the bills under consideration is HB 698. The bill would tie funding for Ohio universities to compliance with Ohio Senate Bill 1, which bans diversity initiatives, regulates classroom topics, and limits faculty union activities. Read more about the bill here.

At the bill’s second hearing last week, more than 170 opponents submitted testimony, and dozens attended to testify in person. However, the hearing was cut short at 90 minutes, leaving many voices unheard.  The third hearing (for proponents) is scheduled for next week. 

Let’s help give those people a chance to be heard. Contact Committee Chair Young at 614-466-6504 or rep37@ohiohouse.gov to demand another opponent hearing on HB 698. 

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Rep. Bride Sweeney Fundraiser – May 28

Hi Rocky River Democratic Club! My father and I are hosting a joint fundraiser on May 28th! Come join us!

  • Date: May 28, 2026
  • Time: 5pm – 7pm
  • Location: The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland

Click here for the full invitation and QR codes.

Meet & Greets with Dr. Amy Acton – May 27 & May 31

Click on the images for more information and to register.

Fundraiser for Senator Nickie Antonio – June 4

  • Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
  • Immigrant Son Brewery
  • Lakewood, OH

Click here to RSVP/Donate

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Deep Canvassing Training from We The Fighters

‘We The Fighters’ is launching a national deep canvass strategy in key battleground Districts to hold Republican Members of Congress accountable at the ballot box this November. Persuasion and meaning-making will be a crucial part of the strategy to impact the 2026 midterm elections. ‘Deep canvassing’ is one of the most effective strategies to help persuade conflicted voters.  Click here to learn more or to register!

  • Part 1 – Thursday, May 21 – Learn about deep canvassing
  • Part 2 – Thursday, May 28 – Dive into the structure of deep canvassing

PRIDE in the CLE – Saturday, June 6, 2026

Volunteer to be part of the CCDP booth at PRIDE in the CLE! Booth shifts are 10am-12pm | 12pm-2pm | 2pm-4pm | 4pm-6pm

Don’t miss your chance to get involved! Sign Up Here!

Stand Up Saturdays – Every Week!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

RR Dems News and Events – May 14, 2026

Special Thanks to Our Committee Chairs

Congratulations to our new and returning precinct leaders for Rocky River. As we mentioned in an earlier newsletter, a precinct leader is responsible for organizing Democratic voters in their area and leading get-out-the-vote efforts within their precinct. This elected position forms the foundation of our party structure. Thanks to all of these people willing to give their time in this important election year!

  • 1A   John Zuercher
  • 1 B   Mike O’Shea
  • 1 C   Russ Carson
  • 1 D   Anne Connelly
  • 2 A   Katie Abell
  • 2 B   Kim Cook
  • 2 C   Laura Roche
  • 2 D   Maureen Devito
  • 3 A   Jeanne Gallagher
  • 3 B   Michael O’Neil
  • 3 C   Matthew T. Fitzsimmons
  • 3 D   Ann McCool
  • 4 A   Mark Szabo
  • 4 B    Liz Gerstenhaber
  • 4 C   Lisa Majeski
  • 4 D   Patricia A. Sharkey

Voter Engagement Project

The Cuyahoga Dems Voter Engagement project was highly successful in the primary election, helping drive voter turnout above both the 2024 and 2022 primary levels. As we prepare to expand these efforts for the general election, fundraising is the critical first step. Become a CCDP partner and help us double our outreach to turn out Democratic voters this November.

Don’t Forget our May Meeting

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!

One Final Thought

The recent Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana’s congressional maps is already opening the door for Republican-led legislatures across the country to redraw districts in their favor ahead of future elections. When you can’t win on ideas, you rig the map. That’s the strategy.

The truth is, gerrymandering makes democracy harder, but it does not make outcomes inevitable. Every distorted district still contains real voters with real choices. The answer is not to tune out or give up — it’s to organize harder, speak louder, and convince more people that Democratic values actually fight for working families, voting rights, public education, healthcare, and basic fairness. The maps may be rigged, but elections are still decided by the people who show up.

Upcoming Campaign Events

Be sure to visit the Cuyahoga County Democrats calendar page for a more comprehensive list of upcoming Democratic events and actions.

Rep. Bride Sweeney Fundraiser – May 28

Hi Rocky River Democratic Club! My father and I are hosting a joint fundraiser on May 28th! Come join us!

  • Date: May 28, 2026
  • Time: 5pm – 7pm
  • Location: The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland

Click here for the full invitation and QR codes.

Fundraiser for Senator Nickie Antonio – June 4

  • Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:30-7:30pm
  • Immigrant Son Brewery
  • Lakewood, OH

Click here to RSVP/Donate

Get Involved – Other Events and Actions

Deep Canvassing Training from We The Fighters

‘We The Fighters’ is launching a national deep canvass strategy in key battleground Districts to hold Republican Members of Congress accountable at the ballot box this November. Persuasion and meaning-making will be a crucial part of the strategy to impact the 2026 midterm elections. ‘Deep canvassing’ is one of the most effective strategies to help persuade conflicted voters.  Click here to learn more or to register!

  • Part 1 – Thursday, May 21 – Learn about deep canvassing
  • Part 2 – Thursday, May 28 – Dive into the structure of deep canvassing

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!

Join your neighbors 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.

Have events, issues or concerns to share with the Rocky River Dems? Submit them to our email to be included in the newsletter.

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