Akron Reporter

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes, who represents Ohio’s 13th district in Congress, has recently highlighted issues related to workforce development and healthcare affordability in a series of social media posts.

On September 18, 2025, Rep. Sykes posted about the significance of manufacturing and workforce training initiatives for her district: "#OH13 has a rich history of manufacturing, and this workforce development project will help ensure that legacy in Barberton for generations to come. It will make certain that those who grow up in Northeast Ohio have the education, skills, and job opportunities to build their https://t.co/ToP7Ba6Slr".

The following day, she addressed concerns over healthcare costs and criticized Republican policies regarding the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits. On September 19, she wrote: "People don't need higher prices. They need affordable healthcare. That's why the fact that Republicans won't extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits will be devastating for families who will see their premiums increase by $720 per year.

@RepUnderwood https://t.co/VWmOplsNzF".

Later on September 19, Sykes continued her focus on economic challenges faced by residents in her district: "Rep. Sykes hears all the time from people in #OH13 that things like healthcare cost too much. So, while Republicans continue to pass policies that will only harm working families by raising costs, Rep. Sykes will be working for you by fighting for legislation that makes things https://t.co/CRQVQs9r0L".

Sykes has represented Ohio’s 13th District since 2023 after succeeding Tim Ryan in Congress. Before serving at the federal level, she was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from 2015 to 2022. Born and residing in Akron, Ohio, Sykes is an alumna of Kent State University and holds a law degree from the University of Florida.