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Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan Takes Workhorse-Showhorse Divide To Extremes
One of the most influential members of Congress — and most ardent defenders of President Trump — is also one of the least active legislators
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The Money And Interests Targeting Ohio’s Legislature And Supreme Court In 2020
It’s not an understatement to say this November’s General Election will have monstrous implications.
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Potential Ohio Bills Target Transgender Medicine, Pornography And Conversion Therapy
Several bills regarding sex and gender issues are being considered in the Ohio legislature.
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Ohio’s Troubling Track Record On LGBTQ+ Rights
Ohio is one of 30 states that allows discrimination against LGBTQ+ people in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
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A New Battle Between Insurers And Big Pharma Is Costing Sick People Thousands
Abbey Haudenshild knew something was wrong when she learned she owed her pharmacy nearly $8,000.
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Understanding How Criminal Records Are Sealed
Eligible offenders convicted of certain types of crimes can ask the court to expunge, or seal, their convictions.
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Second Conference Committee To Be Formed On Edchoice Issues
The Ohio Senate rejected a House overhaul of the state’s private school voucher program this week.
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There Is Still Time To Register To Vote In Ohio’s Primary Election: Here's How
The primary election is approaching in Ohio, and there is still time to register to vote in that election.
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Paid Family And Medical Leave Supporters Say Ohio Program Good For Business, Employees
The effect of a lack of paid family leave on small businesses and women of color were significant issues in a legislative hearing.
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Ohio Lawmakers Want To Anchor Down Income Tax Rate, But Worries Loom Over Bond Ratings
Ohio Senate Republicans want to anchor down the nearly 40-year low on the state’s income tax rate, but concerns persist over bond ratings.
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Supporters: Student Religious Liberty Bill Protects All Ohio Students
Supporters of a bill to “clarify” students’ rights to exercise their faith said the bill is a protection for those of any faith or no faith.
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Lawyers, Law Firms Pony Up Donations In Ohio Supreme Court Races
Candidates vying for two Ohio Supreme Court justice positions are seeing their cases bolstered by deep support from the legal profession.
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Ohio House And Senate Still In Conflict On Vouchers, Conference Committees Scheduled
A renewed push for a revised but still intact EdChoice has begun.
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Trump’s Budget Would Cut Lordstown Loan Program
To the Trump administration, that effort is “costly” and “wasteful” for the federal government
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The Fiscal Cost Of Ohio’s Death Penalty
“If any other program was as inefficient as this, we would eliminate it."
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Ohio Legislation Would Ban Conversion Therapy
A Democratic Ohio state representative has introduced legislation that would ban the use of conversion therapy for treating minors.
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Ohio House Members Propose Bill To Address Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ In Drinking Water
Two Ohio House Democrats have introduced legislation that would crack down on chemicals in drinking water.
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Ohio Is Flat, Rural, Red And Boring...Except It’s Not
Ohio is flatland corn country. It’s rural and red and full of white people who drink mass-produced lager and like football. Right?
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Many Ohio Lawmakers Use Campaign Funds To Subscribe To Hometown Papers
Dozens of Ohio legislators are choosing to spend their donors’ money in the interest of local journalism.
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In Acquittal Victory Speech, Trump Praises ‘Warrior’ Rep. Jordan’s Body
Trump said from a White House podium. “He’s obviously very proud of his body.”
