A:  You are not required to declare a party preference.  However, you should know Ohio is a closed primary state. 
            In a primary election, voters may only vote for candidates in their party.  By not selecting a party, you limit your
           vote in the primaries to only issues.  In the general election, party affiliation is not an issue.  You may vote for any
           candidate, regardless of party preference.

Q:  When and how do I change my party preference?

A:  A party affiliation may be declared and changed only by casting a ballot in a particular party's Primary Election.