Ohio Senate vacancy filled by Democrat

Summit Council member Kim Zurz accepts state post
Akron Beacon Journal

State Democrats picked Summit County Councilwoman Kim Zurz to be the new state senator for the 28th District, which includes southern Summit County and all of Portage County.

She will replace term-limited state Sen. Leigh Herington, D-Rootstown Twp., who is resigning Sept. 17 to run for a Portage County judgeship. Zurz will run for election next year.

Zurz won out over Portage County Commissioner Chuck Keiper and former state Rep. Tom Seese for the position.

DiDonato couldn't be reached late Thursday to explain why the party picked Zurz.

OFCC PAC Commentary:
Sen. Leigh Herington sat on the committee which amended HB12 in the Senate. He has a history of pro-concealed carry votes. OFCC PAC will be contacting Zurz to inquire if her constituents can expect the same support for self-defense rights from her as they have been accustomed to.

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