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Candidate for U.S. Representative, Ohio District 2

Jennifer Mazzuckelli

Democratic

Jen Mazzuckelli is a former teacher and first-time congressional candidate who won the May 2026 Democratic primary with 53% of the vote. Her campaign emphasizes affordability, accessibility to constituents, campaign finance changes and representing all residents regardless of party.

Current or most recent role
Former high school English teacher; 2024 Democratic nominee for Clermont County commissioner
Hometown
Clermont County
Campaign website
jen4oh2.com

Why they say you should vote for them

The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.

  • Describes herself as a "regular person" with "regular people" problems who wants to be a public servant rather than a politician.[1],[3]
  • Pledges to hold in-person town halls and offer multiple ways for constituents to share concerns.[2]
  • Says she would begin with a listening tour to learn each county's specific needs.[2]
  • Says she will represent all residents of the district regardless of party.[2],[5]

Background

  • Democratic candidate for county commissioner, Clermont County · 2024[2],[4]
  • Human resources work[2],[3]
  • High school English teacher (southwest Ohio)[2],[3]
  • Intern, Office of Community Relations, U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon) · early 1990s[2],[3]

Education

  • B.A., English/Creative Writing (1995), Illinois College[1],[2]
  • M.A. in Teaching, Miami University[2],[3]

Where they stand

  • Elections & Democracy
    Says money should be removed from politics, criticizes the Citizens United decision, and pledges to accept only small-dollar donations.[2]
  • Housing
    Supports affordable housing, which she defines as costing no more than 30% of income.[3]
  • Economy & Jobs
    Says the economy is "not on track," citing trade policy, deficits, inflation, slowing job growth and effects of deportations on industries that rely on immigrant labor.[2]
  • Health Care
    Says substance abuse should be treated as a mental health issue rather than a crime.[4]
  • Public Safety
    Calls for a full investigation of Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking network, describing it as a security risk.[2],[4]
  • Government Accountability
    Supports barring elected officials from office if they knowingly deceive voters and says corporate influence in politics is excessive.[3]

Voting record

Jennifer Mazzuckelli has not held an office with a recorded voting record. See Background and Where they stand.

In their words

“I will listen to them. I will work with anybody.”

Interview with the Portsmouth Daily Times, June 12, 2026[3]

Sources

  1. About Jen, Jen Mazzuckelli for Congress
  2. Meet Ohio's 2nd District Democratic primary candidates: Jennifer Mazzukelli and Todd Wilson, WVXU, April 3, 2026
  3. Mazzuckelli brings educator, Pentagon experience to Ohio congressional race, Portsmouth Daily Times, June 12, 2026
  4. Mazzuckelli, Wilson seek Democratic nomination in Ohio's 2nd House District, Marietta Times, May 4, 2026
  5. What to know about Ohio's 2nd District primary winners, The Post (Athens), May 28, 2026

Photo: Campaign photo (Campaign photo).

Last reviewed October 9, 2026. Spot an error or something missing? Report a correction.

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