Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland expected to launch U.S. Senate bid Wednesday, sources say

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Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

WILMINGTON, Ohio -- Democrat Ted Strickland is likely to launch a U.S. Senate bid Wednesday, according to sources close to the former Ohio governor.

A spokesman said Strickland will issue a morning statement, and all indications are that he will confirm his intentions to challenge Republican incumbent Rob Portman.

The decision could pit two Washington veterans against each other in a nationally watched race with ramifications on which party controls Congress.

Strickland's interest in a Portman showdown has been apparent for months, but he is not the first Democrat to stake a claim. Cincinnati city councilman P.G. Sittenfeld declared his candidacy in January and has shown impressive fundraising abilities.

Read more: http://www.cleveland.com/open/index.ssf/2015/02/former_ohio_gov_ted_strickland_9.html

[blue neen]

1. Wonderful news.

I think Strickland would make an excellent Senator.

[sheshe2]

2. KnR for Strickland.

[ReRe]

3. Ted Strickland's a good man for the people of Ohio...

... I wish him luck in his bid for that Senate seat.

[Cha]

4. Good Luck to Gov Strickland!

[Enthusiast]

5. Kicked and recommended a whole bunch!

Go, Ted!

[HughBeaumont]

6. DOUBLE DEMS FOR OHIO!!

Sherrod and Strickland.

Makes me smile.

RepubliStamp Portman needs to go. NOW.

[Corey_Baker08]

7. Great News Governor Strickland Is The Best Candidate...

Republicans are not going to come out in droves to support Senator Portman after it was revealed his son is gay & that the Senator has said his opinion of homosexuality is evolving.

I can't wait to get involved in the Strickland for Senate Campaign. Any updates would be appreciated...