Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval will face Cory Bowman, the half-brother of Vice President JD Vance, in the upcoming general election after both emerged as the top vote-getters in Tuesday’s primary. Pureval, who secured a significant lead, garnered about 70 percentage points more than Bowman in a nonpartisan three-way contest. The third candidate, Republican Brian Frank, was eliminated, adhering to the city’s primary rules.
As Cincinnati is predominantly Democratic, Bowman will face significant challenges in November. If he were to win, he would join a small group of relatives of past presidents and vice presidents who have held office. Pureval expressed his commitment to fostering a constructive dialogue about Cincinnati’s future, emphasizing the progress made during his tenure as mayor since winning with nearly 66% of the vote in 2021.
Cory Bowman, 36, a newcomer to politics, founded an evangelical church and owns a coffee shop. He cited his half-brother’s inauguration as his inspiration to enter the political arena. Although Vance did not play a prominent role in Bowman’s campaign, he publicly endorsed him, describing him as a community-oriented individual.
Additionally, Cincinnati voters, along with others in Ohio, approved State Issue 2, which reauthorizes a $2.5 billion funding program for vital infrastructure developments over the next decade. This not only highlights the city’s commitment to improving local conditions but also sets the stage for discussions in the upcoming mayoral race focused on infrastructure and community issues.
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