Republican · 9th Senatorial District

Linda Matthews

Ohio Republican State Central Committee · 9th District

Educator. Innovator. Grassroots leader. Fighting to make the Ohio Republican Party stronger, more accountable, and true to conservative values from the ground up.

Together. Ohio Can.
Linda Matthews with American flag
Why This Race Matters

What Is the State Central Committee?

The Ohio Republican State Central Committee is the board of directors of the Ohio Republican Party. Its 66 elected members — one man and one woman from each of Ohio's 33 Senate districts — govern the party that shapes our state's future.

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Party Governance

The State Central Committee manages the affairs of the Ohio Republican Party, directs its general policy, and holds party leadership accountable to grassroots voters.

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Platform & Policy

Members develop the party platform, set short-term and long-term goals, and ensure Republican candidates stand for conservative principles that Ohioans believe in.

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Candidate Support

The Committee endorses and supports Republican candidates up and down the ballot, coordinates campaign activities, and directs fundraising to win elections across Ohio.

Linda Matthews
Making History 1st Black Woman to hold
GOP State Central Committee
seat in the 9th District
Meet Linda

A Conservative Leader Building the Party from the Ground Up

As a lifelong Cincinnatian, Trustee at Central State University, Ohio Central Committeewoman, Graduate of Xavier University, 1st Vice President of the North Avondale Neighborhood Association, Board Member of Code for Kids, educator and tech leader — I've dedicated my career to serving Ohio and strengthening the Republican Party.

I've been in the community educating voters on issues such as respect for the U.S. Constitution, limiting the power of Government, Free Speech, the Right to Bear Arms, Respect for Human Life, Personal Responsibility, Religious Liberty, Women's Rights, and School Choice.

With my background in STEM and AI, I bring a forward-thinking perspective on how the Republican Party can modernize its outreach, embrace data-driven strategies, and connect with the next generation of conservative voters across Ohio.

Xavier University Graduate
Former CPS Science Teacher
Central State University Trustee
Small Business Owner
Code for Kids Board Member
1st VP, North Avondale NA
STEM & AI Expert
Hughes High School Alumna
Precinct Executive & Ward Chair
2020 Ohio GOP Platform Co-Creator
Platform & Priorities

What I'll Fight For on the Committee

As your State Central Committeewoman, I'll bring these conservative priorities to the governing body of the Ohio Republican Party.

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Public Safety

Champion party support for law enforcement across Ohio.

  • Fund the Police — not defund
  • Support national recruitment for police
  • Back tough-on-crime candidates statewide
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Education & Opportunity

Expand educational choice and workforce readiness for Ohio families.

  • School Choice for every Ohio family
  • STEM & vocational pathways statewide
  • Support and retain great teachers
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Economic Growth

Make Ohio the best state for business and innovation.

  • Lower taxes, cut red tape
  • Make Ohio a national tech hub
  • Support small businesses & entrepreneurs
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Constitutional Rights

Defend the freedoms that make America exceptional.

  • Protect Free Speech
  • Defend the Right to Bear Arms
  • Uphold Religious Liberty
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Grassroots Empowerment

Build the party from the neighborhood up.

  • Engage new Republican voters
  • Modernize outreach with data & technology
  • Hold party leadership accountable
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Respect for Life

Stand for the sanctity of every human life.

  • Protect the unborn
  • Support mothers and families
  • Promote a culture of dignity

I believe in a government that works smarter, not harder — using technology and innovation to cut waste, boost efficiency, and serve every Ohioan. Our state's future deserves bold ideas and responsible leadership.

— Linda Matthews

Trusted By

Endorsements

Community leaders and organizations supporting Linda's vision for a stronger Ohio Republican Party

HCRP

Hamilton County Republican Party

County Party Organization

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Senator Jon Husted

United States Senate

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Theresa Gavarone

Ohio Senator

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Bill Seitz

Ohio State House Representative (Retired)

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Melissa Powers

Former Hamilton County Prosecutor

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Bishop John Coats

Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance

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Russel Mock

Chairman, Hamilton County Republican Party

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Michelle Schneider

Ohio State Central Committeewoman, District #8

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Diane Redden Cunningham

GOP State Treasurer

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Andrew Pappas

Anderson Township Trustee

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Jim Neil

Past Hamilton County Sheriff

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Jennie Ruli

Consultant

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