City Club – Prosecutors Debate – March/5/2024

Mathew Ahn and Michael O’Malley

County prosecuting attorneys aren't just responsible for prosecuting criminals--they lead an office of attorneys and professionals who decide what crimes get charged, indicted, and prosecuted. Their vision and leadership is a critical piece in how justice is defined for the communities they serve.

Two candidates are running in the March 19th Democratic primary. Because of the political demographics of Cuyahoga County, the winner of the Democratic primary has a very good chance of winning the general election.

Matthew Ahn is a professor at Cleveland State University College of Law. He has worked in the Federal Public Defender's office and clerked for judges at the federal level, as well.

Incumbent Michael O'Malley is in his second term as County Prosecutor.

Listen carefully to the arguments of each candidate and express your opinions or concerns in our Mercohispano Disqus.