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Editor-in-Chief and Opinion Columnist @OhioCapJournal
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The near-certain freeze on key federal nutrition programs will put particular pressure on tribal communities, according to advocates and U.S. senators of both parties.
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WASHINGTON — The near-certain freeze on key federal nutrition programs will put particular pressure on tribal communities, according to advocates and U.S. senators of both parties. American Indian...
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U.S. Senate Democrats urged Republican leaders Wednesday to pass a bill to extend critical food assistance for the most vulnerable Americans during the ongoing government shutdown
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U.S. Senate Democrats urged Republican leaders Wednesday to pass a bill to extend critical food assistance for the most vulnerable Americans during the ongoing government shutdown.
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Food security took center stage in the shutdown debate this week as hundreds of thousands of furloughed government workers faced another missed paycheck and 42 million recipients of food assistance were told they will stop receiving benefits Saturday
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Food security took center stage in the shutdown debate this week as hundreds of thousands of furloughed government workers faced another missed paycheck and 42 million recipients of food assistance...
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Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson entered the cannabis ring when he started the brand Tyson 2.0 in 2021. He visited Pennsylvania’s Capitol to meet with state lawmakers Wednesday, advocating they legalize recreational marijuana.
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Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson entered the cannabis ring when he started the brand Tyson 2.0 in 2021. He visited Pennsylvania’s Capitol to meet with state lawmakers Wednesday, advocating they...
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In the absence of much federal action, states have enacted dozens of laws this year to lower prescription drug costs for their residents — and many more are considering following suit.
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In the absence of much federal action, states have enacted dozens of laws this year to lower prescription drug costs for their residents — and many more are considering following suit.
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Commentary: A 2020 poll found that about half of Americans believe ghosts and demons are real. Literary representations of ghosts and demons often reflect the anxieties of communities experiencing social, religious or political upheaval.
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In the U.S., a 2020 poll found that about half of Americans believe ghosts and demons are real. Literary representations of ghosts and demons often reflect the anxieties of communities experiencing...
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The Ohio Redistricting Commission unanimously passed a congressional map in a Friday morning meeting, increasing Republican advantage in the state 12-3 and blocking a referendum effort. Democrats expressed optimism they could hold their 5 seats.
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The Ohio Redistricting Commission unanimously passed a congressional map in a Friday morning meeting, increasing Republican advantage in the state 12-3 and blocking a referendum effort.
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The Ohio Redistricting Commission unanimously passed a congressional map in a Friday morning meeting, increasing Republican advantage in the state 12-3 and blocking a referendum effort. Democrats expressed optimism they could hold their 5 seats.
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The Ohio Redistricting Commission unanimously passed a congressional map in a Friday morning meeting, increasing Republican advantage in the state 12-3 and blocking a referendum effort.
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Several key witnesses testified in Ohio's trial against two of the state's top pension leaders, who are accused in a civil lawsuit brought by the state of participating in a corruption scheme over investment of the multi-billion dollar fund.
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Several key witnesses testified in Ohio's trial against two of the state's top pension leaders, who are accused in a civil lawsuit brought by the state of participating in a corruption scheme over...
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is ordering the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to give $7 million to regional food banks and up to $18 million in emergency relief benefits to more than 63,000 low-income Ohioans.
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is ordering the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to give $7 million to regional food banks and up to $18 million in emergency relief benefits to more than 63,000...
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The Ohio Senate on Wednesday voted unanimously not to concur with House changes to a bill that would add regulations to intoxicating hemp products and alter the state’s marijuana laws. It now heads to a conference committee of members from both chambers
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The Ohio Senate on Wednesday voted unanimously not to concur with House changes to a bill that would add regulations to intoxicating hemp products and alter the state’s marijuana laws. It now heads...
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Without action from Congress before Saturday, millions nationwide will be cut off from access to government food assistance, including those who are pregnant or have babies and young children.
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Without action from Congress before Saturday, millions nationwide will be cut off from access to government food assistance, including those who are pregnant or have babies and young children. That...
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Advocates on both sides stumbled momentarily Wednesday when the Ohio Supreme Court considered whether big increases in certain utility charges are legal. Consumer groups are challenging a big increase in fixed charges by Columbia Gas.
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Advocates on both sides stumbled momentarily Wednesday when the Ohio Supreme Court considered whether big increases in certain utility charges are legal. Consumer groups are challenging a big...
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This is what happens when you leave politicians in charge of drawing maps. And this is the bipartisan deal. Awesome. So cool. Instead of partisan gerrymandering, Ohio gets bipartisan gerrymandering! As the old adage goes, always trust politicians. It works out really great.
The Ohio Redistricting Commission will be meeting momentarily to hear testimony on their working map that was first presented to the public less than 18 hours ago. You can tune in live at https://t.co/GJoAjFXaOj You can check out the map at https://t.co/gaOfDOlJ8Q
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Only we can make ourselves ugly. Thus I find no small amount of entertainment watching JD Vance debase and degrade his humanity with vile racist tropes. What's sadly hilarious though, is his seeming belief that he will never pay any spiritual price for it. https://t.co/IcYc9k2uGH
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As nearly 1.5 million low-income Ohioans face the loss of food assistance, two statewide Republicans appear to be posing a choice to congressional Democrats: Pick between that and health care subsidies received by 514,000 low and middle-income residents
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As nearly 1.5 million low-income Ohioans face the loss of food assistance in the coming days, two statewide Republicans appear to be posing a choice to congressional Democrats: Pick between that and...
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Who needs oversight and regulation of big banks? I'm sure this will work out fantastic.
Some news here: Miki Bowman, the Fed's vice chair for banking supervision, is restructuring the board's division that oversees and regulates big banks. It will reduce headcount in Washington by about 30% to 350 people (from roughly 500) over the next year, according to a summary
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Planned Parenthood facilities in Ohio have notified the Ohio Department of Medicaid they will fight against the state’s proposal to take away funding they use for preventive care, STD screenings, and other general practice health services.
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Planned Parenthood facilities in Ohio have notified the Ohio Department of Medicaid they will fight against the state’s proposal to take away funding that comes from that department.
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If you are trying to sort through the bizarre claims being made by Trump allies about the FBI's "Arctic Frost" investigation, it might help to re-read the fruits of the probe--the federal fraud indictment of Donald Trump: "Shortly after election day, the Defendant also pursued
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NEW JERSEY: Get to know MIKIE SHERRILL: —Voted to RAISE taxes by $3,700 —Voted to give ILLEGALS taxpayer-funded healthcare —Voted to CUT the child tax credit And Sherrill has NO idea what to do as Governor. 🤯 Vote AGAINST her on Nov. 4th.
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Will Ohio politicians cut a deal for bipartisan gerrymandering? Or will the bipartisan gerrymandering agreement fall apart and the GOP gerrymander on its own? Isn't it swell that politicians get to draw the maps? This works out so well. Such public accountability. Such honesty.
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