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SHERROD BROWN

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SHERROD BROWN
Candidate for U.S. Senate
DEM CHALLENGER
Biography
Sherrod Brown is a Democratic politician from Ohio, born November 9, 1952. He served 48 years in public office, including as U.S. Senator (2007-2025), U.S. Representative (1993-2007), Ohio Secretary of State (1983-1991), and Ohio State Representative (1975-1982). Brown, who graduated from Yale and Ohio State, was elected as Ohio's youngest state representative at age 21.
Top Priorities
  • Advocating for higher wages and benefits for workers
  • Working to lower healthcare costs
  • Ensuring secure retirement for individuals
Campaign Finance
Total Raised
$34,101,901
Top Donor Industries
Retired
Lawyers/Law Firms
Education
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