Join us for an important community forum featuring candidates for the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the people seeking to serve on our county's trial court, understand their vision for justice in our community, and ask the questions that matter most to you.
Featured Candidates
James Sean Gallagher
William Vodray
Both candidates have been invited to participate and share their perspectives on:
Their judicial philosophy and approach to fairness
How they plan to serve our diverse Cleveland community
Their vision for equity and justice in our court system
Why Attend?
✅ Get Informed – Learn about the candidates' backgrounds, values, and priorities before you vote
✅ Ask Questions – Have your voice heard directly by the candidates
✅ Make Your Voice Count – Judicial elections matter! These judges make decisions that impact everyday people in our community
✅ Voter Registration – Check, update, or register to vote on-site
✅ Build Community Power – Connect with fellow community members who care about justice and democracy
What this means in real life
The person in this role can shape:
how harsh or fair the system feels
whether people get second chances
how people are treated in court
how communities experience justice
Why this role matters to you
This judge has the power to:
decide if someone goes to prison and for how long
set bail amounts and who stays in jail before trial
accept and reject plea deals
make sure trials are fair
decide outcomes in cases that impact jobs, housing, and families