The Ohio Young Republicans congratulated Ohio Republican Party Executive Director Matt Borges on his election to become the new chairman for the Ohio Republican Party.

Borges was elected Friday after winning a majority vote from the 66-member Ohio State Central Committee. He will succeed Chairman Bob Bennett who will retire.

Mentor resident Brian Wollett, who is Ohio Young Republican chairman, said Borges was an excellent choice to lead outreach efforts headed into next year’s gubernatorial election.

“He has worked diligently to explain his plan for the Ohio Republican Party and we look forward to being part of that effort.” Wollet said in a statement. “While we are sad to see Chairman Bennett retire, we are confident the Ohio Republican Party is headed in the right direction.”

John Arthur Hutchison
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