Ohio State Senate District 11

Current seat holder: Paula Hicks-Hudson.

Paula Hicks-Hudson

Paula Hicks-Hudson is the incumbent Democratic member of the Ohio State Senate representing District 11, having assumed office in January 1, 2023, and is running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Paula Hicks-Hudson is from Hamilton, Ohio. She received a bachelor's degree in political science and journalism from Spelman College in 1973, a master's degree in communications development from Colorado State University in 1975, and a J.D.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“Paula Hicks Hudson will continue to protect Lake Erie, one of our region's greatest assets, and fight for clean water and air to preserve our environment for generations to come.” (Campaign website (paulahickshudson.com))
Safe Neighborhoods: “Paula Hicks-Hudson will continue to invest in keeping our neighborhoods and communities safe and livable.” (Campaign website (paulahickshudson.com))

James Nowak

James Nowak Nowak earned both his bachelor's degree and J.D. from the University of Toledo.

“I understand that government and politicians don’t create jobs and that tax increases are never the solution to our state’s economic and budgetary challenges. I will focus on rebuilding Ohio to make the Buckeye State economically competitive and welcoming to innovation and job creation.” (Ballotpedia (Campaign Themes))
“Create a business friendly environment: We need to remove barriers, red tape and bureaucracy. High taxes, excessive regulation, and frivolous lawsuits do not help businesses succeed and create jobs. I want to put an end to those things and put up the welcome sign for employers” (Ballotpedia (Campaign Themes))

Kenneth Sharp

Kenneth Sharp is a Libertarian candidate for District 11 of the Ohio State Senate in the November 3, 2026 general election. Sharp qualified for the Ohio general election ballot to represent the communities of Ohio State Senate District 11 in the 2027 legislative session.

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