Decision 2026: Statewide Meet The Candidate Series -- January 12th Candidate Spotlight: Marcell Strbich for Secretary of state

Marcell Strbich -- Candidate for Ohio Secretary of State
Republican Primary: CONTESTED (2 candidates)

Candidate Background: Marcell Strbich is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and intelligence officer running for Ohio Secretary of State. His campaign focuses on election integrity, transparency, and administrative reform.

About the Office — Why It Matters:  
The Secretary of State is Ohio’s chief elections officer and oversees:

• Voter registration and election administration
• Ballot access and certification
• Campaign finance compliance
• Business filings and records

Decisions by this office directly affect how elections are run and trusted.

What Differentiates This Race
Key contrasts often include:

• Election security vs. voter access
• Audit and verification standards
• Modernization of election systems

Recent News & Context

• Strbich is one of two confirmed Republican primary candidates for Secretary of State.  https://ballotpedia.org/Ohio_Secretary_of_State_election,_2026_(May_5_Republican_primary)
• He has received organized conservative support and frequently addresses election-process issues in public media. https://www.facebook.com/StrbichforOhio/videos/4789902197902754/

Campaign & Social Links

• Website: https://strbichforohio.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrbichforOhio/

Questions Voters Might Ask

• What specific election reforms would you implement first?
• How do you balance election security with voter participation?
• What role should audits play in Ohio elections?

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