Damon Lynch
Damon Lynch (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 1st Congressional District. Lynch declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on May 5, 2026.[source]
Lynch completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Damon Lynch earned a high school diploma from Princeton High School. Lynch's career experience includes working as a director of business development.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Ohio's 1st Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on May 5, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
General election for U.S. House Ohio District 1
John Hancock (L) is running in the general election for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on November 3, 2026.
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Democratic primary
Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1
Incumbent Greg Landsman (D), Lindsey Ferreira (D), and Damon Lynch (D) are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on May 5, 2026.
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Republican primary
Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1
Eric Conroy (R), Steven Erbeck (R), and Rosemary Oglesby-Henry (R) are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Ohio District 1 on May 5, 2026.
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Damon Lynch completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lynch's responses.
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I have led and supported initiatives that expanded mental health services, improved workforce pathways, and connected public resources to underserved neighborhoods. I have worked closely with faith institutions, labor partners, and community organizations to strengthen local infrastructure and support working families.
My candidacy is rooted in practical problem-solving, accountability, and ensuring that government works for everyday people. I am running to bring lived experience, local knowledge, and a results-driven approach to Congress.- I am a Cincinnati-based community organizer, nonprofit executive, and small business owner whose work has focused on strengthening local institutions, expanding access to mental health services, and supporting working families through practical, community-driven solutions.
- Results-oriented approach to public service My professional background includes building partnerships between government, nonprofits, faith organizations, and local businesses to deliver measurable outcomes in economic development, workforce pathways, and community health.
- Accountability and representation I am running for Congress to bring lived experience, local knowledge, and a focus on transparency and accountability to federal decision-making, with the goal of ensuring policies reflect the needs of everyday people in Ohio’s 1st District.
I am also deeply committed to expanding access to mental health care, strengthening economic opportunity for working families, investing in education, and supporting community-based solutions that improve public health and workforce stability. Across all policy areas, I prioritize transparency, human rights, and public institutions that serve people rather than powerful donors or outside interests.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 31, 2026
