Chapter 13 – State Elections & Campaigning
13.10 Legislative Campaign Funds in Ohio
The party caucuses in the Ohio General Assembly have campaign committees known as Legislative Campaign Funds (LCFs). These funds are auxiliary organizations of the state political parties and are associated with the General Assembly. The four LCFs in Ohio are:
- Ohio House Republican Alliance
- Ohio House Democratic Caucus
- Ohio Senate Republican Senate Campaign Committee
- Ohio Senate Democrats
These committees play a significant role in recruiting competitive candidates for legislative seats and then fundraising for them. They help with strategizing and getting their current party members the necessary resources to conduct effective campaigns. LCFs coordinate efforts to recruit candidates, organize campaign activities, and disseminate partisan messaging, thereby strengthening the overall campaign infrastructure for their party. Through these structured efforts, LCFs support their candidates and contribute to the success of their campaigns.
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