Akron Reporter

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes, who represents Ohio’s 13th district in Congress, addressed her constituents through a series of posts on September 29, 2025, focusing on voter registration deadlines, small business healthcare costs, and tax policy concerns.

In a post published at 18:28 UTC, Sykes reminded Ohioans about the upcoming deadline to register for the general election: "You have ONE WEEK to register to vote for the November 4 General Election. To make your voice heard in our local elections, learn more at https://t.co/p5S41zwUlU. https://t.co/g0Gd9llJCK"

Later that day at 20:43 UTC, she highlighted the importance of federal health care policy for small businesses: "Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. Small business owners and employees rely on the Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits to keep their costs low. https://t.co/ShFy4ILKZ3"

At 23:25 UTC, Sykes commented on proposed tax cuts and their potential impact on public services: "Ohioans cannot afford to lose access to their health care and government services, just so the richest 1% can see a tax cut that is nearly four times the median family income. https://t.co/moZlekIlJN"

Emilia Sykes has represented Ohio's 13th District in Congress since 2023 after succeeding Tim Ryan. Before her tenure in Congress, she served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 2015 to 2022. Born in Akron in 1986 and currently residing there at age 37, Sykes holds degrees from Kent State University (BA) and the University of Florida (JD).