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Judd nixes Senate bid

WASHINGTON — Actress Ashley Judd’s flirtation with a run for US Senate in Kentucky ended yesterday with a wistful series of tweets.

“After serious and thorough contemplation, I realize that my responsibilities & energy at this time need to be focused on my family,” tweeted the “Flypaper” star.

The next tweet continued: “Regretfully, I am currently unable to consider a campaign for the Senate.”