Meet Samantha Salamon, Democratic Candidate for Ohio House of Representatives District 35

In this episode of American Motherhood, we sit down with Samantha Salamon, who is running to represent Ohio House District 35, to talk about the issues that matter most to Ohio families. We cover the top concerns for families, including affordability, public education, property taxes, and how our legislature can create change for victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Above all, this is a conversation between two moms, appreciating the hard work of motherhood and recognizing that mothers are uniquely positioned to understand this world and make change for our kids. Our goal isn't to tell you who to vote for. It's to give Ohio voters a chance to hear directly from candidates, understand their values, and get a better sense of how they would lead. Resources for this conversation: We've included resources below to help you explore the issues discussed in this interview. They may provide additional context, support what was said, or offer information that adds nuance or a different perspective. Want to know how much your school district receives from the State of Ohio? The Ohio Department of Education & Workforce publishes state funding and financial data for every public school district. 1. District Profile Report (Cupp Report) (https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Fin...) : the most user-friendly option, with revenue by source, expenditures, enrollment, and other financial data for individual districts. 2. Traditional District Payment Reports (Excel): (https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Fin...) raw payment data by fiscal year, select your report and find your district in the spreadsheet. FY2026 Final #1 is the most current final report available. If you or someone you know needs support related to domestic violence or human trafficking: 1. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), available 24/7, or chat at thehotline.org. 2. Ohio Domestic Violence Network: resources and legal support for survivors across Ohio. odvn.org/resource-center 3. National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888, text 233733, available 24/7 in over 200 languages. humantraffickinghotline.org 4. Ohio's Statewide Human Trafficking Hotline (844-END-OHHT / 844-363-6448): operated by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, connects tips directly to local law enforcement and task forces. Listen to the full conversation and follow our Ohio 2026 candidate interview series at AmericanMotherhood.com.