Ohio
Running for: State Senator, District 28
which includes parts of Summit County
Having previously served on the Akron City Council and in the Ohio House of Representatives, Vernon Sykes has dedicated his life to public service. While in office, he has fought to expand access to early childhood education and increase funding for higher education. Vernon is married, with two children and two grandchildren, and he is excited to continue advocating for Ohioans in the State Senate.
Priorities:
Increased funding for education, fairly drawn districts, fighting child abuse, preventing housing discrimination.