COLUMBUS, OH: Today, former Cleveland City Council President George Forbes and former Congressman and County Commissioner Edward Feighan joined a host of Cuyahoga County mayors and other local officials in endorsing Dr. Amy Acton’s campaign for Governor. Dr. Acton’s campaign has now received 48 endorsements and counting from the Greater Cleveland area. See the full list of new endorsers below:
- Former Cleveland City Council President George Forbes
- Former Cuyahoga County Commissioner & former Member of Congress Edward Feighan
- Retired Eighth District Judge Patricia Ann Blackmon
- Former Mayor of Cleveland Heights Carol Roe
- Lakewood Mayor Meghan George
- University Heights Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan
- Berea City Council Mary Brown
- Former Maple Heights Council President Richard Trojanski
- Cleveland Heights Mayoral Candidate Jim Petras
- Olmsted Falls City Council Megan Coy
- Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education Member Malia Lewis
- Beachwood School Board Member Kim Allamby
- Beachwood School Board Member Rini Ghosh
- North Olmsted City Council Mary Ellen Hemann
- Cleveland City Councilmember Deborah Gray
- Cleveland City Councilmember Jenny Spencer
- Parma City Councilmember Monica Wilson
- East Cleveland City Councilmember Patricia Blachowiak
- South Euclid City Councilmember Len Calabrese
- Fairview Park Council President Michael Kilbane
- Beachwood Council President Alex Isaacson
- Beachwood School Board Member Wendy Leatherberry
Here’s what they’re saying:
“Cleveland and NE Ohio need a leader and a partner in the Governor’s office. I watched Amy lead this state at a tough time, and so many Clevelanders were lifted by her leadership,” said former Cleveland City Council President George Forbes. “I have no doubt she’ll do the same as Ohio’s Governor.”
“In every role she’s held, Dr. Acton has shown unwavering commitment to the people she serves,” said former member of Congress Edward Feighan. “Her track record speaks for itself — she listens deeply and acts decisively. As governor, she’ll bring that same focus and integrity to every issue she tackles. I’m proud to endorse her candidacy.”
“Dr. Amy Acton’s leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic was a testament to her profound strength and resilience, forged during her challenging upbringing in Youngstown. She stood firm in the face of immense pressure,” said University Heights Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan. “Acton provided a much-needed sense of security during an uncertain time. Acton’s unwavering commitment to public health and science, and her ability to put people before politics prove she is the leader we need. Her proven courage makes her the ideal candidate to serve as our next governor.”
“I am proud to endorse Dr. Amy Acton for Governor,” said Lakewood Mayor Meghan George. “Dr. Acton will remain focused on the issues that matter most to all Ohioans such as the cost of living, childcare and healthcare. She’s the right choice to represent all of us.”
“Endorsements from such respected Cleveland-area leaders means so much to me and to this campaign. I am committed to working side by side with each of these front-line leaders to ensure that we are listening to our communities, addressing rising costs, and creating lasting opportunities,” said Dr. Amy Acton. “I look forward to our partnership and to the great work ahead, and am incredibly grateful for their support.”
This is the latest in an ongoing list of people from across the state and the country to endorse Dr. Acton’s campaign for governor. All previous endorsement releases can be found below.