Meeting Next Week!
Make sure to be at our next Rocky River Dems meeting on Tuesday, October 27, featuring special guest speaker Dean Jackson. Printed copies of the Rocky River Voter Guide will also be available for pickup. RSVP here
“Vivek Ramaswamy has shown us the lowest bar possible for any candidate running for office.” – State Minority Leader Nickie Antonio
In many ways, we’ve all grown numb to the exhausting barrage of attack ads that the Republican Party has put on our airwaves these last weeks and months. But the latest attack on Dr. Amy Acton crosses a line that should be clear to anyone who believes in basic decency and respect for survivors of abuse.
This is not an attack we can simply shrug off. Voters must hold Ramaswamy accountable for the choice his campaign made to make and run the ad. So if you talk to people about voting, mention this ad. And say that Ohioans deserve much better than this.
We stand with Dr. Acton and all survivors of abuse. They deserve to be treated with dignity, not used as targets in political attacks.
We Need Election Day Volunteers!
From our City Leader, John Zuercher:
- Election Day is coming up, and we need volunteers to work the polls. If you have availability, please sign up here: Election Day Volunteer Form. You don’t need to cover an entire shift. If you can’t do the full time slot, feel free to split a shift with another volunteer.
- We will also be passing out our own Rocky River version of the sample ballot, which includes our recommendation on the Rocky River charter review. You can view it here: 2026 Sample Ballot Voter Guide
- A note about the Rocky River Charter Amendments: our one recommended NO vote is on the proposal to move to nonpartisan elections. We see this as an attempt by the Republican Party to remove party labels from the ballot now that MAGA Republicans are in the minority in Rocky River.
Thanks for all you do!
John
President Obama is Coming to Cleveland!
Have you saved your spot yet? This is shaping up to be one of the biggest events of the campaign! Join Democrats from across the Cleveland area to hear former President Obama, Dr. Acton, and Sherrod Brown bring the energy and excitement as we head into the final stretch before Election Day!
- Date: Saturday, October 24
- Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- Location: Provided after registration
- Sign Up on Mobilize: Fighting for Ohio Rally with President Barack Obama · Ohio Wins
Congratulations to Scott DiMauro for securing the Cleveland Plain Dealer/Cleveland.com endorsement! According to the editorial board, “Scott DiMauro gets our endorsement as having the more comprehensive and clear-eyed view of the challenges and opportunities for reform.” Read the full article here.
Still need a yard sign for Scott? Contact his campaign to request one.
Final Weeks to GOTV and Support the Candidates!
Both Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro have announced they will be combining their canvassing efforts with the Ohio Wins efforts for these final weeks before the election.
Ohio Dems/Brian Poindexter/Scott DiMauro Special Thursday Canvass
- Thursday, October 29
- Bay Village
- Register here: Thursday Canvass with Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro
Ohio Dems/Scott DiMauro Rocky River Canvasses
- Every Saturday at 9, 12, 3, and 6
- Every Sunday at 12, 3, and 6
- Register here: Door Knock to Get Out The Vote in Rocky River · Ohio Wins
Ohio Dems/Brian Poindexter Bay Village Weekend Canvasses
- Every Saturday at 9, 12, 3, and 6
- Every Sunday at 12, 3, and 6
- https://www.mobilize.us/brianpoindexter/event/1024176
Ohio Dems/Brian Poindexter Parma Canvasses
- Every Saturday at 9, 12, 3, and 6
- Every Sunday at 12, 3, and 6
- https://www.mobilize.us/brianpoindexter/event/1024168
Ohio Dems/Brian Poindexter Strongsville Canvasses
- Every Saturday at 9, 12, 3, and 6
- Every Sunday at 12, 3, and 6
- https://www.mobilize.us/brianpoindexter/event/1024170
Ohio Dems/Brian Poindexter Solon Canvasses
- Every Saturday at 9, 12, 3, and 6
- Every Sunday at 12, 3, and 6
- https://www.mobilize.us/brianpoindexter/event/1024162
Be a Poll Greeter on Election Day –
The Poindexter campaign is recruiting poll greeters for Election Day! They are looking for all shifts-any time between 6:30am and 7:30pm, at locations throughout the district. There are smaller shifts throughout the day-folks can come for an hour or stay all day! We will provide the shirts and literature. SIGN UP HERE.
Help Protect our Elections!
Help protect voters during this year’s election – visit ohiovoterrights.org/election-protection to learn about how you can help voters in 2026.
Upcoming Candidate Events
Judge Vodrey Fundraiser – October 26
- Monday, October 26
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm
- Location: The Ivy, Cleveland
Women for Sherrod – October 25
Featuring Connie Schultz, Congresswoman Shontel Brown, and more.
- Sunday, October 25
- Cleveland, OH
- RSVP Here: Women for Sherrod RSVP
Fighting for Ohio Rally – November 1
Be a part of Ohio Wins Fighting for Ohio rally as we kick the final stretch of the 2026 election into high gear. On Sunday, November 1st in Cleveland we’ll be hosting a rally featuring Senator Sherrod Brown and Dr. Amy Acton. Join us, get fired up, and help us turn out Ohio!
- Date: Sunday, November 1
- Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm
- Location: Cleveland
- RSVP Here
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org
Just a Reminder…
Before we get into the election stuff (and there is a lot to talk about this week!) just a quick reminder: please mark your calendars for the next Rocky River Dems meeting on Tuesday, October 27. In addition to the usual agenda items, our guest speaker is Dean Jackson, who was an investigative analyst for the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol. For his complete bio, visit our Get Involved page. RSVP here and we will save you a seat!
Now on to the election info!
Website Election Info Updated
In addition to the Rocky River Charter Amendment information we posted last week, we’ve added a breakdown of the State and County issues on this page. Both the Issue Guide and the Charter Amendment info can be found on the 2026 Elections page on the website!
Also new this week: the 2026 Sample Ballot Voter Guide is now available on our website! This voter guide provides all the candidates in an easy-to-read format, plus a breakdown of both the county and state issues and Rocky River Charter Amendments up for vote. We will also be passing these flyers out at the polls on Election Day.
If you would like your own printed copy, just send us an email at submit@rockyriverdems.org and we will get one out to you.
Yard Signs Drive Thru This Weekend
The Westshore Dems is holding a Yard Sign Drive Thru this Saturday morning at Fairview Park High School. Just tell the volunteer which signs you want and they will help you load them in your car. The $5 donation to the local Dems Clubs helps make sure we can continue to support our local candidates.
- Date: Saturday, October 17
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon
- Location: Fairview High School Parking Lot, 4507 W 213th St, Fairview Park, OH 44126
President Obama Coming to Cleveland!
This looks to be THE event of the campaign cycle! Come join your fellow Democrats throughout the Cleveland area and hear former President Obama, Dr. Acton and Sherrod Brown get people fired up for the last days before the election!
- Date: Saturday, October 24
- Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- Location: Provided after registration
- Sign Up on Mobilize: Fighting for Ohio Rally with President Barack Obama · Ohio Wins
No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17
Why a No Kings Vote Early protest? Here is a great explanation from MobilizeNEO: “..it’s a day of nonpartisan voter participation: we are bringing our community together to make a plan to vote early and ensuring every eligible voter understands their options for how to vote and has the opportunity to make their voice heard.”
Check out all the latest locations at the NoKings website.
No Kings/GOTV – Rocky River Rally
- Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
- Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River
- Note: Parking will be available at the Rockport Methodist church, but please display signs only at the rally site.
No Kings – Downtown Rally
- 1:00-3:00 pm
- Market Square Park
- 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland 44113 (Across from the West Side Market)
- Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1031291
No Kings – Strongsville Rally
- Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
- Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
- 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Get Out the Vote for the Candidates!
As the election nears, the candidates’ schedule changes frequently. Be sure to check out Mobilize.us for the latest events.
Volunteer with OhioWins –
The Coordinated Campaign has many ways to volunteer for the rest of the month, from door-knocking to packet stuffing. See the full list here.
GOTV with Scott DiMauro in Rocky River!
- Every Sunday through Nov. 1
- 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
- Register here: Door Knock to Get Out The Vote in Rocky River · Ohio Wins
Be a Poll Greeter on Election Day –
The Poindexter campaign is recruiting poll greeters for Election Day! They are looking for all shifts-any time between 6:30am and 7:30pm, at locations throughout the district. There are smaller shifts throughout the day-folks can come for an hour or stay all day! We will provide the shirts and literature. SIGN UP HERE.
Upcoming Candidate Events
Workers for Acton Cleveland Fundraiser – October 17
- Date: Saturday, October 17
- Time: Noon
- Meeting Location: TBD
- RSVP here: Workers for Acton Cleveland GOTV Kickoff! · Ohioans for Dr. Amy Acton
Marcy Kaptur Fundraiser – Sunday, October 18
- To Register, Click here to RSVP and Donate!
- Date: Sunday, October 18
- Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Cleveland – Exact location TBD
Allison Russo Fundraiser – October 21
- Date: Wednesday, October 21
- Time: 5:30 -7:00 p.m.
- Location: CLE Urban Winery, Cleveland Heights
- Register Here
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org
Voting Has Begun!
We’ve canvassed, we’ve donated, we written postcards and we’ve stuffed mailers, the Rocky River Dems have worked hard this election cycle to help our candidates get elected. Now we all have one more important thing more to do – remind our friends, family and everyone we meet to VOTE!
Just in case you needed a reminder, early voting is now open at the Cuyahoga Board of Elections. Click here for days and times. Mail in ballots are now being accepted so get yours in as soon as you can. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us and we will try to help. Also, our Elections page is updating frequently, so be sure to check back and see what is new!
Charter Amendment Info
We are still working on our voting guides, but wanted to make sure you have a resource to refer to if you’re working through a sample ballot. This page breaks down the different amendments and whether we decided to endorse them. For a more in-depth discussion of these amendments, visit VOTE411.
Yard Signs
We are expecting a delivery of yard signs this week! Thank you for your patience. If you have already reached out to us, we did save your names and will let you know when the signs are available. We will also be organizing a sign drive thru for easy pickup.
Guest Speaker Announced for October Meeting
We have another great guest speaker scheduled for the next Rocky River Dems meeting on October 27, Dean Jackson, a writer and researcher focused on how media and technology shape democratic accountability. Among other things, Dean was an investigative analyst for the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol, focusing on the roles played by Meta, Twitter, and Google in the lead-up to the insurrection. For his complete bio, visit our Get Involved page. Planning to attend the meeting? Please let us know so we can make sure to have enough chairs – RSVP here.
The Final Push
The campaigns will be working every weekend to talk to as many voters as they can. If you were ever considering joining them, now is the time!
Brian Poindexter Bay Village Canvass: Every Sunday until the election!
- Dates: Sunday, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, and 11/1
- Time: 1:00 pm
- Location: Reese Park, 586 Clague Rd, Bay Village 44140
- Register here.
Brian Poindexter and Scott DiMauro Westlake Canvass – Every Saturday until the election!
- Register here.
- Dates: Saturday 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, and 10/31
- Time: 11:00 am
- Location: Panera Bread, 26137 Detroit Rd, Westlake 44145
Volunteer with OhioWins –
The Coordinated Campaign has many ways to volunteer for the rest of the month, from door-knocking to packet stuffing. See the full list here.
Be a Poll Greeter on Election Day –
The Poindexter campaign is recruiting poll greeters for Election Day! They are looking for all shifts-any time between 6:30am and 7:30pm, at locations throughout the district. There are smaller shifts throughout the day-folks can come for an hour or stay all day! We will provide the shirts and literature. SIGN UP HERE.
No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17
No Kings is back with a clear message: GET OUT AND VOTE. Multiple locations are springing up throughout the area, so check the NoKings website for the latest locations.
No Kings/GOTV – Rocky River Rally
- Date: October 17
- Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
- Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River
No Kings – Downtown Rally
- 1:00-3:00 pm
- Market Square Park
- 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland 44113 (Across from the West Side Market)
- Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1031291
No Kings – Strongsville Rally
- Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
- Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
- 12pm – 2pm
Upcoming Candidate Events
Marcy Kaptur Fundraiser – Sunday, October 18
- To Register, Click here to RSVP and Donate!
- Date: Sunday, October 18
- Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
- Location: Cleveland – Exact location TBD
Allison Russo Fundraiser – October 21
- Date: Wednesday, October 21
- Time: 5:30 -7:00 p.m.
- Location: CLE Urban Winery, Cleveland Heights
- Register Here
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org
Thanks to everyone who came out for Tuesday’s meeting! We had a great discussion about the proposed amendments to the city charter that will appear on the next ballot. With so many important issues on the ballot this November, we’re compiling election resources for Rocky River residents, including an issue breakdown and ballot guide. We’ll be sharing those resources soon by email and on our website.
Special thanks to our guest speaker, Patrick Kearns from ReSource Cleveland. His organization is doing important grassroots work to help immigrants in Cuyahoga County find the support they need to establish themselves in this country despite the confusion and funding cuts resulting from federal policies. To learn more about this organization and how you can help, visit their website: https://www.resourcecleveland.org/
Rocky River GOTV/No Kings Rally – October 17
Pat Sharkey, precinct leader for 4D, announced a GOTV/No Kings rally on October 17. Parking will be available at the Rockport Methodist Church, 3301 Wooster Road. The rally will take place along Wooster Road. Bring your friends and your signs!
- Date: October 17
- Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
- Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River
Important Voter Deadlines and Other Important Info
There are several important deadlines coming up –
- October 5 – last chance to register to vote or change your voter registration
- October 6 – Early Voting Begins
- October 27 – Last Day for Absentee Ballot requests
- Cuyahoga County Board of Elections – Check your voter registration, get a sample ballot, or request a mail-in ballot
- VOTE411 – find voter guides and other useful information about voting in our area
A Message from Allison Russo
Allison Russo’s campaign asked that we share this message from the candidate about the upcoming election. Note: the file may not play automatically, but it can be downloaded to view. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EhdQm3_znJathnkcqN24GhGz65VhlWSQ/view?usp=sharing
Highlights for the Week
LWV Candidate Forum – LWV – Cuyahoga County Common Pleas General Division Judicial Candidate Forum
Candidates for the Cuyahoga County Common Pleas General Division will present short statements and respond to questions from the League of Women Voters.
CONFIRMED CANDIDATES: Kira Krivosh and Jacob Westfall
- To Register, Click here for more information
- Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
- Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Location: Cleveland Public Library
Get Out the Vote in Rocky River with OhioWins – Saturday & Sunday
From now to the end of October, OhioWins will be knocking doors to Get Out the Vote in Rocky River. Check their Mobilize link below for sign up times.
- Date: October 3 and October 4
- Register Here: https://www.mobilize.us/ohiowins/event/1024176/
OhioWins Needs Other Volunteers Too!
As they start the big push to the election, OhioWins is looking for people to help launch canvass events, sort literature packets, and phone banking. Want to learn how you can help? Contact Claire Ianini, Field Organizer at ciannini@ohiodems.org.
Flip the South! GOTV Rally and Fundraiser – October 7
featuring Brian Poindexter, Megan Coy and Courtney Scheff
The Cuyahoga County Democratic Party invites you to join us for our GOTV fundraiser to help flip 3 Republican seats
- Date: Wednesday, October 7
- Time: 6:30 to 8:30pm
- Location: American Legion Post 703, Parma OH
- Register here
Other Ways to Get Involved
For an ongoing and updated list of canvassing events, fundraisers and more, visit our Get Involved page.
Westlake Canvass for Poindexter & DiMauro – Saturday, October 3
- Date: Saturday, October 3
- Time: 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Panera Bread, Detroit Road in Westlake
- Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/brianpoindexter/event/1025364/
Bay Village Canvass with Brian Poindexter – Sunday, October 4
There’s no Browns game on Sunday, so why not join Brian Poindexter’s campaign and get out and canvass! Can’t make it this Sunday? There’s next Sunday too!
- Date: October 4
- Time: 1:00 -3:00 p.m.
- Location: Meet at Reese Park, Bay Village
- For more info, visit: Bay Village Canvass for Poindexter for Congress · Brian Poindexter for Congress
Help out with Scott DiMauro’s Campaign
There are several great ways to help Scott get the word out!
- Postcard writing and other ways to volunteer: Join Scott’s team addressing postcards, and find other ways to volunteer at Volunteer | Get Involved Today – Support Local Leadership — DiMauro for Ohio
- Need yard signs: Just email Scott at scott@dimauroforohio.com and let him know your address and how many you would like. They will deliver them to your home!
- Social Media: Make sure to follow Scott on Facebook and Instagram at DiMauro for Ohio and like and share content with people you know to help spread the word about our campaign for change.
For more information and the ways to contribute, visit Scott’s website at www.dimauroforohio.com.
Mark Your Calendars for No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17
No Kings is back with a clear message: GET OUT AND VOTE. Multiple locations are springing up throughout the area, so check the NoKings website for the latest locations.
No Kings/GOTV – Rocky River Rally
- Date: October 17
- Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm
- Location: Between 3300-3310 Wooster Road, Rocky River
No Kings – Downtown Rally
- 1:00-3:00 pm
- Market Square Park
- 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland 44113 (Across from the West Side Market)
- Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1031291
No Kings – Strongsville Rally
- Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
- Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
- 12pm – 2pm
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org
Club Meeting Next Tuesday!
Make sure to join us for the next Rocky River Dems meeting on Tuesday, September 29. The agenda will include special guest speaker Patrick Kearns and a club vote.
More about our Guest Speaker: We’re pleased to welcome Patrick Kearns, Executive Director of Re:Source Cleveland. Re:Source Cleveland serves newcomers to the Greater Cleveland area, including former refugees, humanitarian parolees, asylees, and individuals with temporary protected status. Patrick will share how Re:Source Cleveland supports international newcomers as they navigate challenges and works alongside them to reach their dreams.
Upcoming Vote on Rocky River Charter Amendments
Club members will also vote on seven proposed amendments to the Rocky River City Charter. The results will be reflected in our upcoming voting guide, which will be sent to the Rocky River electorate ahead of the fall election. At the meeting, we’ll provide information about each amendment before voting on whether the club supports it. At least 10 members must be present for the vote to be official. To review the proposed amendments before the meeting, click here.
- Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Rocky River Public Library
Important Voter Deadlines:
- October 5 – last chance to register to vote or change your voter registration
- October 6 – Early Voting Begins
- October 27 – Last Day for Absentee Ballot requests
Highlights for the Week
LWV Candidate Forum – Ohio Senate 23 Race – Tonight!
Come out and support Bride Rose Sweeney at the LWV Candidate Forum and learn more about her vision for our state! This event is available as a live stream and will be posted on the LWV Youtube channel. For more information: visit the LWV website.
- Date: Thursday, September 24
- Time: 7:00 pm
- Location: Rocky River Civic Center
Knock Doors in Rocky River with OhioWins – Saturday & Sunday
It’s going to be great weather this weekend – why not be outside? Spread the word in our community about Sherrod Brown, Amy Acton, and all the other Democratic candidates on the ballot.
- Date: September 26 and 27
- Time: 10:00 a.m.,1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. (Saturday) and 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. (Sunday)
- Meeting Location: provided upon registration
- Register Here: https://www.mobilize.us/ohiowins/event/1037024/
Special Rally on the Commons with Indivisible Strongsville – September 26
Join Indivisible Strongsville to send a clear message to Max Miller! Bring signs and bring friends!
- Date: Saturday, September 26
- Time: 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Clock Tower at 82nd and Pearl Rd
Heather Cox Richardson and Connie Schultz – September 26
Here’s a chance to hear these two great voices for democracy in person – and raise money for Sherrod Brown!
- Date: Saturday, September 26
- Time: Preprogram begins at 1:00pm, event begins at 1:30pm
- Location: will be provided 24 hours prior to event
- Register/Donate here: Heather Cox Richardson and Connie Schultz Event
Fundraiser for Dr. Amy Acton – September 27
- Date: Sunday, September 27
- Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Location: Moreland Hills, OH
- See the flyer for more info and how to register
Judge Crossman Fundraiser – Wednesday, September 30
- Date: Wednesday, September 30
- Time: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
- Location: The Parma Tavern, Parma, OH
- Click here to register
Other Ways to Get Involved
For an ongoing and updated list of canvassing events, fundraisers and more, visit our Get Involved page.
Bay Village Canvass with Brian Poindexter – Sunday, September 27
Join the Poindexter for Congress team for a day of engaging with voters and neighbors!
- Date: September 27
- Time: 1-3pm
- Location: Meet at Reese Park, Bay Village
- Visit for more info: Bay Village Canvass for Poindexter for Congress · Brian Poindexter for Congress
Help out with Scott DiMauro’s Campaign
There are several great ways to help Scott get the word out!
- Postcard writing and other ways to volunteer: Join Scott’s team addressing postcards, and find other ways to volunteer at Volunteer | Get Involved Today – Support Local Leadership — DiMauro for Ohio
- Need Yard signs: Just email Scott at scott@dimauroforohio.com and let him know your address and how many you would like. They will deliver them to your home!
- Social Media: Make sure to follow Scott on Facebook and Instagram at DiMauro for Ohio and like and share content with people you know to help spread the word about our campaign for change.
For more information and the ways to contribute, visit Scott’s website at www.dimauroforohio.com.
Volunteer with Ohio Wins
In addition to canvassing, Ohio Wins is looking for volunteers to stuff literature and help organize canvassing events throughout October. Check out these links on our website for more information.
Help organize a Canvass in Rocky River: For more information, visit: Canvassing Events
Volunteer for packet bundling:
- Date: Fridays
- Time: 4pm – 6pm
- Register here on Mobilize.us for exact times and locations
Mark Your Calendars for No Kings: Vote Early Nationwide Day of Action – October 17
No Kings is back with a clear message: GET OUT AND VOTE. Be sure to sign up to attend NO KINGS Cleveland & Cuyahoga Vote Early Rally and March
- Downtown Rally
- 1:00-3:00 pm
- Market Square Park
- 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland 44113 (Across from the West Side Market)
- Sign up here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1031291
No Kings – Strongsville Rally
- Strongsville Indivisible and the Berea, Parma, North Royalton and Strongsville Democratic Clubs
- Route 82 and Pearl Rd.
- 12pm – 2pm
Questions? Comments? Contact us at submit@rockyriverdems.org
