While the recent election moved our nation in a frightening direction, cities across the nation are taking a stand against hate by coming together to make concrete change in their communities.

Columbus residents are voicing their concerns about the Franklin County Democratic Party's refusal to wait until after primary elections to endorse Democratic candidates for local races.

The voters of Columbus will have a special election on August 2 to decide whether neighborhoods should have a seat at the table and a voice on city council.

Columbus is a city of possibilities. Our city is skyrocketing in popularity. It is increasingly recognized as a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. There is so much creative capital in Columbus leading to new solutions.

The 2016 primary can set in motion changes that will make a real difference for people living and working in Columbus − changes that seem out of reach when we look at the Ohio Statehouse or Washington.

We have a chance to change the conversation in our city and our party in the upcoming primary election on March 15th.