Anita Somani
Anita Somani Anita Somani earned a bachelor's degree from Miami University in 1982. from the Medical College of Ohio in 1988.
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“I have a background in women's health and have done advocacy work in the past. I am passionate about education and health care policy and believe that I can help create evidence based policy in Ohio.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022)) “I am an OB/GYN who has lived and worked in this district for the past 30 years. I have been worried that our state has gone down the wrong path in regards to health care and increasing maternal and infant mortality, more abortion restrictions, less gun restrictions and marginalizing communities.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2022))Kelly Hunter-Kalagidis
Kelly Hunter-Kalagidis Hunter-Kalagidis advanced from the Republican primary on May 5, 2026 to qualify for the general election ballot in Ohio House of Representatives District 8.
“1. Student-First Education That Works As a former 16-year Columbus City Schools teacher, TESOL subcontractor in charter schools, and OSU/Ashland teacher supervisor, I know education from the inside out.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026)) “2. Protecting Parental Rights Parents know what is best for their children—period. I stand for complete curriculum transparency and protecting your authority over your family’s values, health, and upbringing.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026)) “Born and raised in Columbus, my roots in this city run deep. I am married, the proud parent of an adult child, and for 37 years, my Orthodox Christian faith has been the anchor of my values, guiding how I live, serve, and lead.”
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