The 2026 Spring Freedom Banquet and Candidate Forum is a primary election kickoff event hosted by the Ohio Christian Alliance (OCA). Scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, this forum is designed to inform conservative voters ahead of Ohio’s May 5th Primary Election.

Key Races Featured:

• • Ohio Governor: A high-profile matchup between entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and business owner Casey Putsch.
  • Secretary of State: Treasurer Robert Sprague vs. veteran Marcell Strbich.
  • State Treasurer: State Senator Kristina Roegner vs. former State Rep. Jay Edwards.
  • Additional Coverage: Candidates for the Ohio Supreme Court and the 13th Congressional District.