Akron Reporter

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, serving Ohio’s 13th district in the U.S. Congress since 2023, recently took to social media to address Ohio voters and key issues affecting her constituents. Her tweets on April 30, 2025, highlight voting efforts, Medicaid concerns, and bid farewell to a long-serving superintendent.

On April 30, 2025, Rep. Sykes urged constituents to participate in the upcoming elections, encouraging them to vote early at their county Board of Elections or on Election Day, May 6. She asked supporters to enhance voter turnout by sharing her graphic with three friends. "Make your voice heard! Vote early at your county Board of Elections, or on Election Day, May 6. Share this graphic with three friends to make sure they vote!"

Later that day, she voiced her opposition to proposed Medicaid cuts, framing it as a choice between tax breaks for billionaires and necessary healthcare for 2.3 million Ohioans. She stands firm, asserting her commitment to the healthcare needs of hardworking Ohioans and challenging Republican-led initiatives. "Ohioans can't afford cuts to Medicaid. Republicans want to cut health care to pay for tax breaks for billionaires, but Medicaid ensures 2.3 million Ohioans receive the health care they need. Rep. Sykes won't stand for this and will always be on the side of hardworking Ohioans"

Furthermore, Rep. Sykes acknowledged the career of North Canton City Schools Superintendent Jeff Wendorf. Celebrating his retirement after 40 years of service, she highlighted his qualities such as perseverance, compassion, and dedication on the House Floor. "Rep. Sykes celebrated North Canton City Schools Superintendent Jeff Wendorf on the House Floor this week for his retirement after 40 years of public service. Throughout his career, Superintendent Wendorf has led by example, demonstrating perseverance, compassion, and dedication"

Emilia Sykes, born in Akron, Ohio, in 1986, continues to engage on pressing state and national issues. She graduated from Kent State University with a BA and earned a JD from the University of Florida.