OH-05 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleK–12 teacher
PartyDemocratic
LocationOhio
BackgroundK–12 teacher
Notable personal detailsMartin Mathias Heberling III is a Democratic candidate who ran for U.S. House in Ohio’s 5th Congressional District in the 2026 cycle. He has described himself publicly as a Lorain-area K–12 teacher and union leader, and he has campaigned on expanding healthcare access, strengthening public education funding, and promoting union jobs and economic security for working families.
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Martin Heberling III is running as one of eight Democrats seeking the chance to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District. The race is shaping up in a district that leans Republican, with the Democratic primary set for May 5. Recent coverage around the district has also focused on election rules, including a Supreme Court case that could affect mail ballot grace periods in Ohio and other states.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262022
2026
LatestCycle 2022
Cycle 2026
Source: FEC
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