Endorsement Application

Apply for an Ohio Pride PAC endorsement.

Ohio Pride PAC endorses candidates who demonstrate strong, consistent support for LGBTQ+ equality. Submissions are reviewed by our Screening Committee and Board.

Plan for 15 to 20 minutes. Your progress autosaves locally as you go, so you can return later on the same device. Responses may be shared publicly with voters.

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Candidate Information

Tell us about you and your campaign. All fields marked with an asterisk are required.

Please enter your first name.
Please enter your last name.
Please tell us which office you are seeking.
Please enter a valid email address.

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Core Positions

Five questions on the issues that matter most. A short explanation is required for each so the committee can review your reasoning.

Q1. Do you support statewide nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ Ohioans in employment, housing, public accommodations, and healthcare (the Ohio Fairness Act)?

Please select Yes or No.
Please provide a brief explanation.

Q2. Do you oppose legislation restricting medically recommended gender-affirming care, or imposing broad bans on gender expression including drag performances (e.g., HB 249)?

Please select Yes or No.
Please provide a brief explanation.

Q3. Do you support a statewide ban on so-called conversion therapy?

Please select Yes or No.
Please provide a brief explanation.

Q4. Do you support inclusive K-12 schools, including protections against bullying, opposition to forced outing policies, and access to accurate information about LGBTQ+ people and families?

Please select Yes or No.
Please provide a brief explanation.

Q5. Will you vote against bills that roll back LGBTQ+ rights or create broad religious exemptions used to justify discrimination?

Please select an answer.
Please provide a brief explanation.

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Legislative and Advocacy Commitment

How you will work for equality if elected.

Please share your top priorities.
Please share specific bills or commitments.
Please describe your approach to safety.

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Vision and Ohio Context

Help us understand how equality fits into the broader case you are making to voters.

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Background and Attestation

A brief bio if you'd like to share one, a disclosure check, and your signature.

If yes, please explain. If no, type "None" so we know you considered the question.

Please respond, or type "None".
You must certify before submitting.
Please type your full name as your signature.
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