Jen Mazzuckelli
D
Won the May 5, 2026 Democratic primary, 53.3% to 46.7%, over Todd Wilson
Mazzuckelli is a former high school English teacher and human-resources professional running as the Democratic nominee. She says her campaign centers on making Congress responsive to constituents and on economic hardship, including domestic-violence survivors' economic security.[3]
Basic profile — the most important sourced facts we found.
In their words — priorities
- Says Congress needs a representative who 'genuinely listens to our concerns and is responsive to OUR needs' and 'acts as a public servant NOT a politician,' criticizing incumbent David Taylor for refusing in-person town halls.[3]
- Says a key responsibility of Congress is oversight of the executive branch, including scrutinizing spending and released frozen or impounded appropriations.[3]
Background
- Graduated from Glen Este High School (Clermont County, Ohio); attended Trinity College and earned a bachelor's degree from Illinois College (1991) and a graduate degree from Miami University of Ohio (2005).[3]
- Worked in human resources, then became a licensed teacher and taught high school English until 2013.[3]