Rock the Vote! Candidates Forum

The Ohio Disability Candidates Forum is a hybrid, cross-disability and nonpartisan event run by disability advocates across the state. This nonpartisan event is a unique opportunity for people with disabilities, our allies, and the broader community to hear directly from the candidates seeking statewide office.

Questions will be planned in advance, giving each candidate the chance to outline their platforms on disability policy. In times where new government policies are directly impacting disability rights, it is important for attendees to understand where candidates stand on these issues.

ASL interpreters, CART transcription, and a universal changing station will be provided. Please avoid wearing fragrances to maintain a scent-free environment. Request a reasonable accommodation by using the registration form or contacting OhioOlmstead@gmail.com.

How to register and attend

RSVP and Receive Tickets: https://bit.ly/OhioDisabilityPolicyForum

Where: The Fawcett Center, Columbus, OH 43210

When: August 20th, 2026 12:00 – 4:00PM

Thank you to our fiscal sponsors for making this event possible!

Candidates

Dr. Amy Acton (D). Office Sought: Governor https://actonforgovernor.com/

Vivek Ramaswamy (R). Office Sought: Governor https://vivekforohio.com/

David Pepper (D). Office Sought: Lt. Governor https://actonforgovernor.com/meet-david/

Robert A. McColley (R). Office Sought: Lt. Governor https://vivekforohio.com/meet-rob/

Elliot Forhan (D). Office Sought: Atty. General https://www.forhanforohio.com/

John Kulewicz (R). Office Sought: Atty. General https://john4ohioag.com/

Allison Russo (D). Office Sought: Secretary of State https://www.facebook.com/Russo4Ohio/

Bryan Hambley (R). Office Sought: Secretary of State https://www.hambleyforohio.com/

Sherrod Brown (D). Office Sought: Senator https://www.sherrodbrown.com/

Jon Husted (R). Office Sought: Senator https://www.husted.senate.gov/

Annette Blackwell (D). Office Sought: State Auditor https://blackwellforohio.com/

Frank LaRose (R). Office Sought: State Auditor https://www.franklarose.com/

Seth Walsh (D). Office Sought: State Treasurer https://teamwalshhq.com/

Jay Edwards (R). Office Sought: State Treasurer https://www.edwardsforohio.com/