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Politics

Both US House candidates in Ohio take down-to-earth approach

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The Center Square
Published July 11, 2024, 9:16 a.m. ET

Candidates in Ohio’s 9th Congressional District race have tailored their campaigns to the most pressing and pragmatic issue for US voters: the economy.

Democratic incumbent Rep. Marcy Kaptur and her Donald Trump-endorsed challenger, state Rep. Derek Merrin, have visited small businesses and voters around Ohio in efforts to secure the coveted tossup seat.

Kaptur has focused on causes such as boosting homeownership and lowering health care prices.

She has largely avoided taking stances on cultural topics Democrats often focus on, such as abortion access and gender issues.

Ohio state Rep. Derek Merrin talks to reporters on Feb. 15, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur and her Trump-endorsed challenger, state Rep. Derek Merrin (above), have visited small businesses and voters around Ohio in efforts to secure the coveted tossup seat. AP

In office, Kaptur has supported policies aimed at increasing domestic manufacturing and renewable energy projects in Ohio.

“Marcy has dedicated her career in public service to fighting for all Ohioans to have a fair playing field as they seek economic and health security,” says Kaptur’s campaign website.

“She’s worked with both parties to secure investments in our communities and has been a true friend of veterans, seniors, first responders and working people.”

The Sandusky County Democratic Party held their Spring Dinner on Wednesday, in Fremont, with their Congresswoman, Marcy Kaptur, as the special guest speaker. With more than 140 guests, it was the biggest dinner they had held in recent memory
Kaptur has focused on causes such as boosting homeownership and lowering health care prices. Roger LaPointe/The News-Messenger / USA TODAY NETWORK

Merrin has centered his campaign on lowering taxes and increasing fiscal transparency.

He has spent much of his time in office reforming property, sales and fuel taxes. 

Merrin also supports school choice and reducing health care regulations and pricing.

“I have a proven record of fighting against the established political class in Ohio, and I look forward to bringing that fight to Congress with a strong Republican majority where we will uphold the Constitution, balance the budget, secure our borders, protect the US dollar from further devaluation, and enact congressional term limits,” Merrin said.

The National Republican Congressional Committee has targeted Ohio District 9 as a seat it hopes to flip this election.