Biden Campaign Press Release - Joe Biden Earns Supports from 19 Ohio Leaders Ahead of Democratic Debate

Today, Biden for President announced 19 new endorsements from current and former elected officials across the state of Ohio – a state often called "the mother of presidents" and a critical swing state in this election.

"As an Ohio native, I'm thrilled to announce a great group of Buckeye endorsements ahead of next week's debate in Westerville. Ohio is crucial to this election, and this campaign will never take it for granted. The legislators and leaders joining us today will not only deepen our broad, diverse coalition, they represent the America we're fighting for," said Greg Schultz, Campaign Manager, Biden for President. "It says a lot, and means a lot to have these trusted public servants's support. Together, we'll keep building the strong, grassroots momentum to move this campaign and this country forward."

Earlier today, Biden for President announced 15 endorsements in Pennsylvania, another battleground state. Today's endorsements in these key states build on the campaign's momentum heading into next week's debate and represent growing enthusiasm for Vice President Biden across the country.

Today's endorsements include:

• Hearcel F. Craig, State Senator
• Zach Klein, Columbus City Attorney
• Scott Schertzer, Mayor of Marion
• Mitch Brown, Columbus City Councilman
• Cheryl Brooks-Sullivan, Franklin County Treasure
• Rich Brown, State Representative
• Cory Shawver, Lorain City Councilman
• Judy Nedwick, Lorain County Recorder
• Blaine Griffin, Cleveland City Councilman
• Eloise Hardin, Oakwood Village City Councilwoman
• Ben Kessler, Mayor of Bexley
• Kenn Johnson, Executive Committee Member, CuyaDems
• Georgine Welo, Mayor of South Euclid
• Victor Collova, Mayor of Garfield Heights
• Melissa Klide Hedden, Community Leader
• Rick Neal, Former Congressional Candidate
• Mike Lorentz, Mayor of Belpre
• Jay Goyal, Former State House Majority Leader
• Richard A. Stoff, Founder and Retired CEO of the Ohio Business Roundtable

Biden for President has previously announced more than 425 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, and community leaders.