Candidate for Ohio House of Representatives - District 16 in 2026 Ohio General Election.
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Get StartedAs a small business owner and employer herself, Sophia knows firsthand what it takes to build a company from the ground up. She supports policies that encourage economic growth, reduce unnecessary government burdens, and help businesses create opportunities. She will fight for a low-tax, low-regulation environment that gives local businesses the freedom to grow, compete, and create more jobs. She will work directly with Westside employers to identify the state regulations that are holding them back and champion real remedies in Columbus. Learn more
Sophia also supports making higher education affordable and accessible for every Westside student — whether that means a four-year university, a community college, or a skilled trades program. She will work in Columbus to ensure that cost is never the barrier that stands between a young person and their future. Learn more
Sophia believes parents know their children best, not the government. Every child is different, and families deserve the freedom to choose an educational environment that meets their child’s individual needs, whether that decision is based on faith, academic fit, class size or specialized services. She supports Ohio’s EdChoice scholarship program (commonly known as the “voucher program”) as an important option for families in District 16. At the same time, Sophia believes any institution receiving taxpayer dollars should be held to standards of financial transparency and accountability. She supports stronger fiscal reporting and oversight to ensure EdChoice funds are being used responsibly and program costs remain sustainable, while respecting the independence of schools to determine how they educate their students. Learn more
Education is personal for Sophia. Her mother spent her career as a teacher in the Cleveland inner city schools, instilling in Sophia a deep respect for the educators who show up every day for every child. And as a mother who raised four children through the public schools, she has lived the system from the inside out. Sophia believes every child deserves a quality education — and that starts with fair, predictable, and honest funding. Most of our District’s tax money never reaches our schools. Sophia will work in Columbus to make sure that the Fair School Funding Plan is fair for all districts, especially District 16, while addressing each school’s needs for improved services and excellent student performance. Learn more
She knows that quality of life goes beyond safety - our parks, green spaces, and recreation programs are also an essential component. Sophia will advocate for the investments that keep our neighborhoods green, beautiful, clean, thriving, and welcoming for families of all ages. As a lifelong boater, Sophia knows what Lake Erie means to the Westside’s way of life, our economy, and our region’s beauty. Sophia will work in Columbus to support H2Ohio and other efforts to protect the Lake from harmful algae blooms, microplastics, pollution, and neglect so that future generations can enjoy the same natural treasure we enjoy today. See my Lake Erie page for more information. Learn more
Sophia will carefully scrutinize Ohio’s budget and spending. Transparency and fiscal discipline are the basics of good governance - Sophia will make them a priority in Columbus. Learn more
Families, seniors, and homeowners should not be taxed out of the communities they helped build. Recent hikes in property values and taxes have placed an unfair and unexpected burden on Westside homeowners. Sophia will work in Columbus to enact meaningful property valuation tax reform that brings relief, accountability, and fairness to Ohio homeowners. Learn more
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