This booklet, created by Urban League affiliates across Northeast Ohio, helps voters prepare for the November 3, 2026 midterm election. It is nonpartisan and aims to provide clear information so community members can make informed decisions at the ballot box. It includes summaries, key terms, and details on federal, state, and county races.
This is a nonpartisan voter education booklet created by Urban League affiliates across Northeast Ohio to help residents prepare for the November 3, 2026 midterm election. It is designed for voters who want clear, practical information about the races and issues on their ballot, without any party or candidate endorsement.
The booklet opens with an executive summary and an introduction to The Power Shift, a civic participation campaign. It explains key terms like the Cook PVI (Partisan Voting Index), which measures a district's partisan lean, and provides voter registration deadlines and Election Day details.
It then profiles specific congressional districts, starting with District 13, which includes Akron and parts of Summit, Portage, and Stark counties. The booklet discusses redistricting changes, the district's competitive nature, and introduces incumbent Emilia Sykes and her voting record, as well as challenger Carey Coleman and his policy positions.
The document also covers District 14, stretching from Willoughby to the eastern border, including Warren and Ashtabula. It notes the district's R+9 Cook PVI rating and explains how new boundaries will divide Youngstown, urging voters to verify their district and registration before Election Day.
Later sections cover statewide races such as the gubernatorial, attorney general, Senate, and Ohio State Auditor contests, along with Ohio House and Senate districts and county elections. The booklet aims to empower voters with the knowledge to participate confidently in the democratic process.