Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Ohio General Election

Candidates for Eighth District Court of Appeals, Ohio

Anthony Alto - R

Jeffrey A. Crossman - D

►Websitecrossmanforohio.com/issues/

Ashley Kilbane - D

Michael John Ryan - D

►Websiteappeals.cuyahogacounty.gov/about-us/judges/judge-michael-john-ryan

Emanuella Groves - D

►Websiteappeals.cuyahogacounty.gov/about-us/judges/judge-emanuella-d-groves

Anita Laster Mays - D

►Websiteappeals.cuyahogacounty.gov/about-us/judges/judge-anita-laster-mays

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Community Development

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government & Democracy

Government Corruption and Ethics

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Crime & Prevention

Domestic Violence

Labor, Wages & Unions

Worker Rights and Benefits

Abortion, Pro-Life & Genetic Engineering

Pro-Choice (Abortion) or Pro-Life

Marijuana, Illegal Drugs, Alcohol, Cigarettes, Gambling & Prostitution

Drug Prevention and Rehabilitation