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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 1d

Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! I am proud to celebrate and honor the contributions, cultures, and communities of all Native American Ohioans. I will continue to ensure that everyone is welcomed and supported here in Ohio.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 3d

I will continue to support our youth, driving progress in our communities, building a strong Ohio for all. #internationaldayofthegirl

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 3d

Every year on October 11, the global community comes together to celebrate International Day of the Girl. Today recognizes the commitment towards creating opportunities for girls to have their voices heard on the global stage.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 4d

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 4d

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, I wanted to shed some light on the state of mental health in our state and our country. We need to invest more money into improving access to mental health care, especially in marginalized communities.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 7d

Early in-person and mail voting begins today for the November 4th election! Voting is one of the most fundamental rights that we have. Have a plan to vote and make your voice heard!

Visit www.ohiosos.gov/elections/vo... to view your county’s early-voting information. #vote #democracy

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 9d

Ahead of the October 6th deadline, make sure you’re registered to vote in the November 4th election. Make your voice heard, visit voteohio.gov to get started! #vote #democracy

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 11d

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 11d

You’ve probably heard that the federal government is shut down. Trump is trying to blame Democrats for this, but the reality is, Republicans have refused to do their jobs. This #funfactfriday, I’m breaking down why this is happening, and what to expect in the coming weeks. #shutdown #aca #healthcare

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 12d

Thank you to all those who came out to Sen. Liston’s and my town hall last night! I always enjoy being able to talk to constituents about the issues most important to them. #townhall #redistricting #statebudget

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 12d

I was so grateful to receive the Honored Luminary award at the 2025 Infant Vitality Advocacy Day. Ohio can and should do more to address the infant and maternal mortality crisis in our state. I will continue to fight at the Statehouse for more funding to support our mothers and babies.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 12d

Today is the start of Yom Kippur, a day observed by many as a time for personal reflection and renewal. Wishing a peaceful day and meaningful fast to all those who celebrate!

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 13d

Today, I had the opportunity to speak to the Columbus Urban League Young Professionals on their Statehouse advocacy day. It was so great to get to talk to young people who are interested in advocacy about how they have the power to make a change!

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 15d

Pritzker: "In any other country, if federal agents fired upon journalists & protesters when unprovoked what would we call it? If officials marched down streets harassing civilians & demanding their papers, what would we say? I don't think we'd have trouble calling it what it is: authoritarianism"

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 14d

In any other country, if federal agents fired upon journalists when unprovoked — what would we call it?

If federal agents marched down streets demanding papers — what would we say?

Authoritarianism — let’s not pretend it’s something else when it happens in our American cities.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

It will take ALL of us to end gerrymandering and get Ohioans the fair maps they deserve. #endgerrymandering #fairmapsnow

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

Come down to the Statehouse next week and share your thoughts on fair maps! The Joint Committee on Redistricting has announced another public hearing Tuesday, September 30th at 9am in the House Finance Hearing Room (Room 313).

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 18d

HB347 and HB324 are designed to hurt women because they are based on misinformation and propaganda. They also ignore the will of Ohioans who overwhelmingly support reproductive rights. #reprorights #abortion #prochoice

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 20d

We need targeted and state-funded property tax relief now. It’s far past time to implement these bipartisan solutions. Our schools, communities, and homeowners are relying on us. #OhioTaxes #PropertyTaxes #TaxRelief #HousingAffordability

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 20d

Rising property taxes are putting undue pressure on hard-working Ohioans. Unfortunately, for nearly 20 years, the Ohio GOP have cut taxes for the wealthiest while forcing working families to pay more. These policies are failing Ohioans.

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 21d

Join us on Facebook Live tonight! We’ll be talking about public health. #publichealth #facebooklive

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 21d

Wishing a Happy Rosh Hashanah to everyone who celebrates! I hope this new year brings happiness and blessings to all.

Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 21d

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 25d

Do you have questions, thoughts, or concerns about what’s happening at the Statehouse? Then come join us for our upcoming Legislative Town Hall!

Details:
What: Legislative Town Hall
Where: Worthington Park Library
When: 6-7:30pm

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Anita Somani District 8 OH @anitamd.bsky.social · 25d

#obba #reproductiverights #medicaid #plannedparenthood

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