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Convicted Former State Lawmaker To Run For Congress

Toledo Blade

A former Republican state representative removed from his seat following a felony theft conviction says he will run for Congress against Democratic incumbent Marcy Kaptur. A july last July found Sandusky real estate agent and auctioneer Steve Kraus guilty of taking antiques from a Port Clinton home without the owner's permission. An appeal is pending. Kraus says he believes the conviction was retribution for his surprise election victory last year.

Jim has been with WCBE since 1996. Before that he worked as a reporter at another Columbus radio station, and for three newspapers in Southwest Florida.
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