Ohio's 9th congressional district

Ohio's 9th congressional district
State	Ohio
District	9th

Ohio's 9th congressional district is a United States congressional district that has been represented by Marcy Kaptur since 1983. The district is located in the northern part of the state and includes Toledo, Erie County, Lorain County, and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ottawa County. The district is home to several major institutions, including the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, and the Toledo Museum of Art, which is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

Geography

The district is bordered by Lake Erie to the north and includes several islands, such as Kelleys Island and Put-in-Bay, which are popular tourist destinations. The district also includes the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which is managed by the National Park Service and is located near the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and RainForest. The geography of the district is diverse, with a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas, including the cities of Lorain and Sandusky, which are located near the Lake Erie Islands and are known for their Lake Erie beaches and marinas. The district is also home to the Toledo Express Airport, which is served by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines.

History

The district was established in 1833 and has been represented by several notable politicians, including James A. Garfield, who later became the 20th President of the United States, and Rutherford B. Hayes, who was the 19th President of the United States. The district has also been represented by Thomas W. L. Ashley, who served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries and was a member of the House Committee on Appropriations. The district has a rich history, with several historic sites, including the Immaculate Conception Church (Toledo, Ohio), which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, which is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Election Results

The district has been a Democratic stronghold in recent years, with Marcy Kaptur winning re-election by large margins in 2006, 2008, 2010, and 2012. The district has also been represented by Dennis Kucinich, who ran for President of the United States in 2004 and 2008 and was a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The district is also home to several major corporations, including Owens Corning, which is headquartered in Toledo and is a member of the National Association of Manufacturers, and Whirlpool Corporation, which has a major manufacturing facility in the district and is a member of the Appliance Manufacturers Association.

List of Representatives

The district has been represented by several notable politicians, including William W. Skiles, who served as the Lieutenant Governor of Ohio, and John F. Seiberling, who was a member of the House Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries. The district has also been represented by Thomas L. Ashley, who served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries and was a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, and Marcy Kaptur, who has served as the Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations and is a member of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs and the House Committee on Armed Services. Other notable representatives include Rutherford B. Hayes, who was the 19th President of the United States, and James A. Garfield, who was the 20th President of the United States and was assassinated in 1881.

Demographics

The district has a diverse population, with a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. The district is home to several major institutions, including the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, and the Toledo Museum of Art, which is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution. The district is also home to several major corporations, including Owens Corning, which is headquartered in Toledo and is a member of the National Association of Manufacturers, and Whirlpool Corporation, which has a major manufacturing facility in the district and is a member of the Appliance Manufacturers Association. The district has a strong economy, with major industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and education, and is served by several major hospitals, including the University of Toledo Medical Center and the ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

Maps

The district is located in the northern part of the state and includes Toledo, Erie County, Lorain County, and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ottawa County. The district can be viewed on several online maps, including Google Maps and MapQuest, and is also available on the website of the United States Census Bureau. The district is also home to several major parks, including the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which is managed by the National Park Service and is located near the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and RainForest, and the Toledo Botanical Garden, which is a member of the American Horticultural Society and is affiliated with the University of Toledo.

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