Cincinnati Mayoral Primary Features Unexpected Challenger
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval competes against two challengers in the city’s nonpartisan primary election Tuesday, including Cory Bowman, the half brother of Vice President JD Vance. In a city with a heavy Democratic lean, Pureval, who won the mayoral race in 2021 with nearly 66% of the vote, is anticipated to maintain his position, but history shows low voter turnout can yield surprising outcomes.
Bowman, a 36-year-old evangelical pastor and coffee shop owner, along with Republican contender Brian Frank, both without prior public office experience, seek to challenge the incumbent’s bid in a historically Democratic stronghold. “I want to improve my city, not get involved in national politics,” said Bowman, whose decision to enter the race was influenced by his brother’s recent inauguration.
While Cincinnati voters face an uphill battle during primaries—historically yielding unexpected results—Bowman’s potential upset could mark a significant moment in political family legacies, echoing past wins by relatives of prominent political figures. Additionally, voters will also decide on State Issue 2, which aims to secure funding for local infrastructure projects over the next decade.
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