When Women Lead, Ohio Prospers
Read our Guideline for Candidates and apply today! The deadline to apply for primary endorsement consideration is Friday, February 18.
Our Matriots recently had the opportunity to meet and learn from her experience running a winning statewide campaign during a pandemic.
The Matriots’ work allows for a new conversation, since it’s not Democrat-versus-Republican. It is about women running and women getting elected. The Matriots continues to forward the conversation of working together in a bipartisan fashion to get policies and legislation that positively impact our communities.
Erica Crawley
Ohio State Representative, District 26
Matriots Endorsed Candidate, 2018 & 2020
Besides the critical financial support, the endorsement meant the backing of women from all walks of life. That’s powerful: Women coming together to promote women! If women aren’t represented in political office our political needs aren’t going to be addressed and our political rights are going to be further eroded. As the saying goes, “If you don’t have a seat at the table, you’re on the menu!”
Valerie McKitrick
Akron Board of Education
Class of 2019 Matriots Endorsed Candidate
As a first-time candidate, receiving this endorsement was a huge boost for my campaign. Getting the Matriots’ stamp of approval, and much needed financial support, helped get my name out to my community and beyond. In addition, networking and sharing my story at Matriots’ events allowed me to grow, build relationships and establish new connections.
Meredith Lawson-Rowe
Reynoldsburg City Councilmember, Ward 4
Class of 2019 Matriots Endorsed Candidate
The Matriots’ contribution was the largest I received. It was a huge help with actual expenses as well as with emotional support.
Chris Schmenk
Union County Commissioner
Class of 2018 Matriots Endorsed Candidate
My first year in office as a County Commissioner was 2019. The year was one with many challenges for our community. For example, when more than a dozen tornadoes devastated Dayton in May 2019, it was great to know that I could call on my fellow Matriots for help or advice if needed. That’s because my 2018 Matriots endorsed class included women with experience working inside the Statehouse. What a difference it makes knowing my Matriots peers are always just a phone call away for me, and they will have my back just as I will for them. The Matriots has built a network of women who support one another and get things done.
Carolyn Rice
Montgomery County Commissioner
Class of 2018 Matriots Endorsed Candidate
