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November 3, 2026 Ohio General Election

Candidates for U.S. Representative District 9, Ohio

Matthew Althaus - L

►Websitewww.mattalthausforcongress.com/

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Marcy Kaptur - D

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Derek Merrin - R

►Websitewww.derekmerrin.com

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Derek Merrin

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

On Entering Public Service

Housing & Communities

Homeownership

Health & Medical

Prescription Drugs

Women's Health & Reproduction

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Border Security

Foreign Policy

Israel

Gaza

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

China

Russia

Ukraine

Iraq

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Government & Democracy

Government Efficiency

Voting Rights

Campaign Finance Reform

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Agriculture

Trade

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Land, Rivers and Lakes

Banks & Finance

Wall Street

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Persons with Disabilities

Energy

Gas Prices & Gas Taxes

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Taxes

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

Defense