Emilia Strong Sykes
Emilia Strong Sykes is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for Ohio's 13th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, she formerly represented the 34th district of the Ohio House of Representatives, which consists of portions of the Akron area. From 2019 until 2021, she also served as minority leader of that chamber.
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13 days until Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — every House seat and about a third of the Senate are on the ballot.
Background
Born
1986-01-04, Akron
Education
Firestone High School, Kent State University, Fredric G. Levin College of Law, University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions
Prior Occupations
politician
Positions Held
Ohio state representative, United States representative
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Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Democrat
State
Ohio
Status
Current member
In office since
2023
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