OH-09: Longest-serving woman in Congress says she's not stopping anytime soon

[RandySF]

Aging Democratic lawmakers have faced escalating calls to step aside and make way for a new generation of leaders since last year’s stinging election losses.

But the uncomfortable conversations about the party’s old guard have largely sidestepped Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur, who turned 79 last week and is the longest-serving woman in the history of Congress.

A populist from the heartland with working-class roots, Kaptur first came to the House in 1983 and has managed to keep winning in a state that has become increasingly red in recent years.

She’s hoping to extend that streak in 2026.




https://rollcall.com/2025/06/23/marcy-kaptur-ohio-democrat-election/

[mcar]

1. She is a good Democratic rep

[tritsofme]

2. Wonder if she is on Hogg's target list?

[dsc]

3. She is literally the only Democrat who can win that seat for us

Trump carried the district by 7 points which was nearly his statewide margin. Brown barely carried it. I don't see any way another Democrat could win that seat.

[AZProgressive]

5. I don't think anyone wants to replace her

I don't even think Hogg wants to.

She never crosses voters minds when it comes to Democrats that upset the base like a Henry Cuellar. I heard nothing but good things when it comes to Kaptur.

[Starbeach]

4. Same age as Trump, but sane

A better poster child for age 79.