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How voters elected mothers attuned to concerns of Ohio families on Tuesday
By Michelle Rivera
Mickey Mouse? The other Chris? Thousands of write-in votes for county executive didn’t count
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 3:43 PM · 1 min read
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Chris Ronayne was the only candidate listed on the ballot for Cuyahoga County executive, but more than 5,700 people tried to vote for someone else, unofficial election results show. Only about 10% of those votes counted.
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