Connie Pillich in Gubernatorial campaign websites

On Crime: Worked as public defender, and challenged predatory lenders

Connie worked as a public defender and later opened her own law practice where she challenged predatory lenders on behalf of vulnerable senior citizens.

On Homeland Security: Advocate for veterans, financially and community

Connie continues to advocate for veterans and the military community and serves on the boards of the Truman National Security Project, Vote Vets, and the Resurrecting Lives Foundation

On Principles & Values: Announced candidacy on route of Cincinnati Women's March

As Governor, Connie will take the lessons she learned as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force to provide the progressive and unflinching leadership Ohioans need to improve our schools, rebuild our infrastructure, and bring back the industry and jobs that can support a family.

The youngest of five, Connie grew up in a working-class neighborhood in the shadow of a steel mill, which closed. Connie put herself through college with an ROTC scholarship, student loans, and part-time work.