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Former Ohio state health director reportedly considering Senate bid

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Amy Acton, the former director of the Ohio Department of Health who was responsible for leading the state's early response to the coronavirus outbreak, is reportedly considering a run for U.S. Senate.

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Yahoo News

Amy Acton, the "Dr. Fauci of Ohio," considered for Senate seat

Some Democrats are looking to a political outsider described as the "Dr. Fauci of Ohio" to replace Rob Portman in the U.S. Senate. Why it matters: Amy Acton, former director of the Ohio Department of Health, gained a grassroots following last year when she briefed Ohioans about the state of the coronavirus. Her celebrity could help in a Republican state, and against potential GOP rivals such as Rep. Jim Jordan.Be smart: sign up FREE for the most…

3 years ago·Los Angeles, United States

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The Hill

Former Ohio state health director reportedly considering Senate bid

Amy Acton, the former director of the Ohio Department of Health who was responsible for leading the state's early response to the coronavirus outbreak, is reportedly consi

3 years ago·Washington, United States

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WLWT

Dr. Amy Acton among names mentioned as potential U.S. Senate candidates

Dr. Amy Acton, the former director of the Ohio Department of Health, is among the names in the rumor mill for the U.S. Senate seat of Republican Rob Portman.

3 years ago·Cincinnati, United States

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Fox8

Dr. Acton considering senate run, according to reports

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WJW) – Multiple sources tell FOX 8 sister station NBC 4 that former Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton is considering a run for the state senate seat being vacated by Republican Sen. Rob Portman.Sen. Portman announced this week that he will not seek re-election.NBC 4 reports Dr. Acton is considering a run for that seat when his term ends in 2022.Dr. Acton served as the director of ODH from February 2019 to June 2020…

3 years ago·Cleveland, United States

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