Brian Poindexter For Congress
@poindexterforcongress.com
When times get tough, working people need to stand up! Candidate for Congress in Ohio's 7th! Union ironworker & former labor organizer who knows and values the people keeping our economy running, our communities thriving, and America moving forward!
“I know that the American Labor movement wants for America what I want for America: the elimination of poverty and unemployment, the reestablishment of America's world leadership, the guarantee of full civil rights for all our citizens.” – President John F. Kennedy
February 17, 2026 at 12:27 AM
“I know that the American Labor movement wants for America what I want for America: the elimination of poverty and unemployment, the reestablishment of America's world leadership, the guarantee of full civil rights for all our citizens.” – President John F. Kennedy
Happy Valentine's Day! This campaign is about fighting for the people we love — and we're fighting for them, and for all working people to have decent wages, quality healthcare, and secure retirement!
February 14, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Happy Valentine's Day! This campaign is about fighting for the people we love — and we're fighting for them, and for all working people to have decent wages, quality healthcare, and secure retirement!
Travelled to D.C. earlier this week and was fortunate to meet the Iron Workers' new international officers. My union changed my life — I'm forever grateful for the opportunities and stability that belonging to the Iron Workers union has given me, and I will fight to bring opportunity to all workers.
February 13, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Travelled to D.C. earlier this week and was fortunate to meet the Iron Workers' new international officers. My union changed my life — I'm forever grateful for the opportunities and stability that belonging to the Iron Workers union has given me, and I will fight to bring opportunity to all workers.
Ironworkers, Smokejumpers, Farmers, Firefighters, Sheriffs, Teachers — folks who know what it's like to sit at the kitchen table and figure out their bills. From one side of the country to the other, we're coming to Congress to fight for working people.
Join us.
Join us.
Meet the Democrats’ new working-class heroes
After the party ceded union and labor support to Republicans, these Democrats are making the case to win them back.
www.nationaljournal.com
February 12, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Ironworkers, Smokejumpers, Farmers, Firefighters, Sheriffs, Teachers — folks who know what it's like to sit at the kitchen table and figure out their bills. From one side of the country to the other, we're coming to Congress to fight for working people.
Join us.
Join us.
I'm honored to receive the Cleveland Port Council's endorsement, representing over 23 maritime trade unions and thousands of Northeast Ohio workers. I'm proud to stand with these hardworking men and women to raise standards and lower costs for Ohio families and beyond.
February 9, 2026 at 5:23 PM
I'm honored to receive the Cleveland Port Council's endorsement, representing over 23 maritime trade unions and thousands of Northeast Ohio workers. I'm proud to stand with these hardworking men and women to raise standards and lower costs for Ohio families and beyond.
All politics is local, but a lot of the local political issues are caused by the out of touch special interests that control the building behind me, which raise the cost of living while reducing the standard of living for working families.
I’m running to fix that, and represent #workersfirst.
I’m running to fix that, and represent #workersfirst.
February 8, 2026 at 7:22 PM
All politics is local, but a lot of the local political issues are caused by the out of touch special interests that control the building behind me, which raise the cost of living while reducing the standard of living for working families.
I’m running to fix that, and represent #workersfirst.
I’m running to fix that, and represent #workersfirst.
It was great spending some time with the Executive Committee of the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party this morning! As a party, it's important that we continue to put #WorkersFirst!
February 7, 2026 at 7:03 PM
It was great spending some time with the Executive Committee of the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party this morning! As a party, it's important that we continue to put #WorkersFirst!
State Senator and Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio is consistently on the front lines fighting for working families. On issues like workers' rights, education, affordable healthcare, and fighting the opioid crisis, Senator Antonio exemplifies leadership, and I'm proud to have her endorsement!
February 4, 2026 at 2:33 PM
State Senator and Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio is consistently on the front lines fighting for working families. On issues like workers' rights, education, affordable healthcare, and fighting the opioid crisis, Senator Antonio exemplifies leadership, and I'm proud to have her endorsement!
"We should stop turning on eachother in this country. There's strength in unity — we are the United States — and we really, through our differences, should find common ground on a lot of issues."
'This one hit pretty hard': Hundreds gather in CLE to remember VA nurse, Alex Pretti, killed by ICE agents
As part of a last-minute nationwide vigil for 37-year-old Alex Pretti, who was killed a week ago in Minneapolis by ICE agents, hundreds flocked to the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland.
www.news5cleveland.com
February 3, 2026 at 4:02 PM
"We should stop turning on eachother in this country. There's strength in unity — we are the United States — and we really, through our differences, should find common ground on a lot of issues."
"Democrats have fielded working-class & union candidates in at least 12 House races. Bob Brooks, the head of Pennsylvania’s firefighters union, [...]. Johnny Garcia, a deputy sheriff in San Antonio, [...]. There’s a farmer in North Carolina, Jamie Ager, and an ironworker in Ohio, Brian Poindexter."
After His Democratic Victory in Texas, a New Working-Class Star Rises
Taylor Rehmet, a machinist and union leader, pulled off a stunning State Senate win in Fort Worth and its suburbs. He is among several political outsiders seeking office.
www.nytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:44 AM
"Democrats have fielded working-class & union candidates in at least 12 House races. Bob Brooks, the head of Pennsylvania’s firefighters union, [...]. Johnny Garcia, a deputy sheriff in San Antonio, [...]. There’s a farmer in North Carolina, Jamie Ager, and an ironworker in Ohio, Brian Poindexter."
Tonight, we joined together with our region and communities across the country to honor the life of Alex Pretti, who both spent and gave his life helping others. This should have never happened in America, and we need to do everything we can to prevent it from happening again.
February 2, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Tonight, we joined together with our region and communities across the country to honor the life of Alex Pretti, who both spent and gave his life helping others. This should have never happened in America, and we need to do everything we can to prevent it from happening again.
As the son of a union machinist, being endorsed by IAM means everything. The union that supported my dad as he supported his family helped raise me, and it will always have an advocate in me. Thank you, IAM, for supporting our campaign to bring working-class values to Washington!
January 30, 2026 at 12:30 PM
As the son of a union machinist, being endorsed by IAM means everything. The union that supported my dad as he supported his family helped raise me, and it will always have an advocate in me. Thank you, IAM, for supporting our campaign to bring working-class values to Washington!
From the bottom up, workers are the foundation of this country. It all starts with the workers.
January 29, 2026 at 4:05 PM
From the bottom up, workers are the foundation of this country. It all starts with the workers.
"Democratic strategists say Knickerbocker and Poindexter represent two of the party’s best chances of dislodging GOP incumbents in barn-red Ohio"
https://rollcall.com/2026/01/27/ohio-democrats-house-midterm-elections/
https://rollcall.com/2026/01/27/ohio-democrats-house-midterm-elections/
Democrats see opportunity in Ohio beyond battleground House seats
In their quest to flip the House in the midterm elections, Democrats are eyeing a handful of Ohio seats the party hasn't held in decades.
rollcall.com
January 28, 2026 at 5:47 PM
"Democratic strategists say Knickerbocker and Poindexter represent two of the party’s best chances of dislodging GOP incumbents in barn-red Ohio"
https://rollcall.com/2026/01/27/ohio-democrats-house-midterm-elections/
https://rollcall.com/2026/01/27/ohio-democrats-house-midterm-elections/
"As a union ironworker, I understand the state of despair most working people are feeling right now. Most of us are working harder than ever and are falling further behind. Prices are up across the board, from rent & mortgages, groceries, gas, utilities, and health care, while wages have stagnated."
From Brook Park City Hall to Capitol Hill: Brian Poindexter outlines vision for congressional race
Brook Park City Councilman Brian Poindexter, a union ironworker, is running in the Democratic primary for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District.
www.cleveland.com
January 27, 2026 at 2:54 PM
"As a union ironworker, I understand the state of despair most working people are feeling right now. Most of us are working harder than ever and are falling further behind. Prices are up across the board, from rent & mortgages, groceries, gas, utilities, and health care, while wages have stagnated."
Another unspeakable tragedy in Minnesota. ICE must change its tactics and be held accountable. Killing people in the streets does not make our communities or our country safer.
There must be a full, objective investigation with the involvement of local and state Minnesota law enforcement.
There must be a full, objective investigation with the involvement of local and state Minnesota law enforcement.
January 25, 2026 at 12:36 AM
Another unspeakable tragedy in Minnesota. ICE must change its tactics and be held accountable. Killing people in the streets does not make our communities or our country safer.
There must be a full, objective investigation with the involvement of local and state Minnesota law enforcement.
There must be a full, objective investigation with the involvement of local and state Minnesota law enforcement.
When times get tough, working people need to stand up! One week ago, we launched this campaign to bring working-class values to Washington. The number of people who have reached out with support tells me one thing: The message we’re sending in American politics is long overdue.
January 23, 2026 at 6:01 PM
When times get tough, working people need to stand up! One week ago, we launched this campaign to bring working-class values to Washington. The number of people who have reached out with support tells me one thing: The message we’re sending in American politics is long overdue.
I am honored and humbled to have earned the endorsement of the International Iron Workers Union. As a member, I understand the work ironworkers put in to build the skylines and bridges of this great country and the strength that comes from workers standing together! Thank you, fellow Iron Workers!
January 22, 2026 at 12:01 PM
I am honored and humbled to have earned the endorsement of the International Iron Workers Union. As a member, I understand the work ironworkers put in to build the skylines and bridges of this great country and the strength that comes from workers standing together! Thank you, fellow Iron Workers!
Ohio families are spending, on average, $1,532 more on everyday expenses; healthcare costs are skyrocketing; and working Americans are paying for 96 percent of tariffs. Max Miller can afford the votes he takes, but working families can’t. It’s time we sent a worker to Washington.
January 21, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Ohio families are spending, on average, $1,532 more on everyday expenses; healthcare costs are skyrocketing; and working Americans are paying for 96 percent of tariffs. Max Miller can afford the votes he takes, but working families can’t. It’s time we sent a worker to Washington.
I believe healthcare policy should start with one simple question: Does this help people get the care they need without fear, delay, or financial devastation? It’s time all working families get better healthcare, and we quit lining the pockets of healthcare executives who deny people coverage.
State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
www.cbsnews.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:50 PM
I believe healthcare policy should start with one simple question: Does this help people get the care they need without fear, delay, or financial devastation? It’s time all working families get better healthcare, and we quit lining the pockets of healthcare executives who deny people coverage.
Today, we reflect on a man who believed, as we all should, that the dignity of work is core to the American Dream. As Dr. King said, "I look forward confidently to the day when all who work for a living will be one with no thought to their separateness..." Let's resolve today to continue that work.
January 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Today, we reflect on a man who believed, as we all should, that the dignity of work is core to the American Dream. As Dr. King said, "I look forward confidently to the day when all who work for a living will be one with no thought to their separateness..." Let's resolve today to continue that work.
For our launch event, we couldn't find a podium, so my campaign manager and I built one in his garage. That's the kind of campaign we're building, one that isn't afraid to get dirt under our nails.
We're taking that message to voters, chip in today.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/poindexter_web
We're taking that message to voters, chip in today.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/poindexter_web
January 19, 2026 at 12:01 PM
For our launch event, we couldn't find a podium, so my campaign manager and I built one in his garage. That's the kind of campaign we're building, one that isn't afraid to get dirt under our nails.
We're taking that message to voters, chip in today.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/poindexter_web
We're taking that message to voters, chip in today.
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/poindexter_web
It was great to come out and speak this morning with the Medina County Democrats at another packed house for their Politics and Brunch event! Thank you to everyone there for all of the work you’re doing in Medina County to fight for working people!
January 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
It was great to come out and speak this morning with the Medina County Democrats at another packed house for their Politics and Brunch event! Thank you to everyone there for all of the work you’re doing in Medina County to fight for working people!
Last night, we launched our campaign to a packed room of over 100 folks ready to see working-class values brought to Washington, D.C., and I pledged to you that I’ll always have the backs of working people.
As I said before, I’m ready to fight back. Are you?
https://poindexterforcongress.com
As I said before, I’m ready to fight back. Are you?
https://poindexterforcongress.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Last night, we launched our campaign to a packed room of over 100 folks ready to see working-class values brought to Washington, D.C., and I pledged to you that I’ll always have the backs of working people.
As I said before, I’m ready to fight back. Are you?
https://poindexterforcongress.com
As I said before, I’m ready to fight back. Are you?
https://poindexterforcongress.com
I’m running because working people deserve a real seat at the table. We deserve leaders who understand the dignity of work, the pressure of rising costs, and the reality of trying to build a life working for a paycheck.
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Brook Park councilman enters Congress race against Miller, touts working class roots
Brook Park City Councilman Brian Poindexter joined a crowded field of Democrats challenging U.S. Rep. Max Miller, a Bay Village Republican. Poindexter is positioning himself as a working-class counterpart to Miller.
ow.ly
January 15, 2026 at 5:01 PM
I’m running because working people deserve a real seat at the table. We deserve leaders who understand the dignity of work, the pressure of rising costs, and the reality of trying to build a life working for a paycheck.
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