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KENNETH BLACKWELL (R)
Blackwell, Ohio's secretary of state, was nominated with 56 percent in a two-way primary.
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TED STRICKLAND (D)
Strickland, a congressman from the 6th District, was nominated with 79 percent in a two-way primary.
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- Born: Aug. 4, 1941; Lucasville, Ohio.
- Family: Married (Frances).
- Education: University of Kentucky, Ph.D., 1980; Asbury College, M.A., 1967; B.A., 1963.
- Professional career: Professor, Shawnee State University, 1988-92, 1995-96; psychologist, Southern Ohio Correctional Facility, 1985-92, 1995-96.
- Military career: None.
- Previous elective office: U.S. House, 1992-94, 1996-2006.