Gary Favors - City Council Candidate
October 17, 2025
Former Cincinnati Mayor and U.S. Ambassador J. Kenneth Blackwell Endorses Gary Favors for Cincinnati City Council
CINCINNATI, OH — J. Kenneth “Ken” Blackwell, former Mayor of Cincinnati and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission, has formally endorsed Gary Favors for Cincinnati City Council.
Mr. Blackwell’s endorsement recognizes Gary Favors’ lifelong record of service and commitment to the Cincinnati community. A decorated Gulf War veteran and 25-year special education teacher in Cincinnati Public Schools, Mr. Favors brings both discipline and compassion to his candidacy. His dedication to students, families, and neighborhoods reflects the leadership Cincinnati needs at this important moment.
This endorsement adds to Mr. Favors’ growing list of supporters, including the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the Hamilton County GOP, and Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati.
“I am honored to have the support of Ambassador Blackwell, a respected leader who has served our city and our nation with distinction,” said Favors. “Together, we share a vision of a safer, stronger, and more equitable Cincinnati.”
For more information about Gary Favors’ campaign for Cincinnati City Council, visit favorsforcincinnati.com