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Dec 19, 2008 Medina County Dem News Click on the related document link below to open the newsletter. Medina County Democratic Action Committee more...
Aug 29, 2008 Barack Obama's 2008 Convention Speech Medina County Democratic Party more
Aug 27, 2008 Hillary Clinton's Convention Speech Click on this link to here Hillary Clinton's Convention Speech. It was SPECTACULAR!!: Hillary's Convention... Medina County Democratic Party more...
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Jan 25, 2008 Medina County Dem News MCDAC Newsletter January 25, 2008 Joyce V. Kimbler, Editor Hang Out With Medina County Dems On Ground Hog's Day Click here for more details: http://www.medinadems.org/ht/display/EventDetails/i/725871 Celebrate Black History Month in Medina County Read about it here:... Medina County Democratic Action Committee more...
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Dec 21, 2007 Medina County Dem News Those of us at the Medina County Democratic Action Committee wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe and peaceful new year. Thank you for reading our weekly newsletters. We look forward to serving you in 2008. Joyce V. Kimbler, Treasurer Medina County Democratic Action Committee more...
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Nov 30, 2007 Medina County Dem News Tom Wolfe Retirement Party TONIGHT Reminder: A retirement party for Tom is being held Friday, November 30th, from 4:30 to 7 at the Eagles Hall in Medina. Reminder: Governor Ted Strickland Event December 8, 2007 Governor Ted Strickland will be the guest at a special holiday brunch... Medina County Democratic Action Committee more...
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Aug 27, 2007 John Edwards wins Medina County Mock Caucus!!! On August 25, 2007 the Medina County Mock Caucus choose John Edwards to be the next democratic presidential candidate! Medina County Democratic Party more...
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Jul 19, 2007 Common Sense - June 2007 Edition Read the summer edition of Common Sense Online! MCDAC more
Jul 14, 2007 Medina Dems Visit Ohio Governor's Mansion Read about the visit on Saturday, July 14, 2007, to the Ohio Governor's Mansion to meet Governor Ted Strickland and Ohio's First Lady, Frances Strickland and check out pictures from the event. MCDAC more
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Nov 13, 2006 Bush says he's ready to listen on Iraq Monday, November 13, 2006. From the Cleveland Plain Dealer Responding to a humbling election, White House aides said Sunday that President Bush welcomes new ideas about the war in Iraq. Bush will meet today with the 10-member bipartisan Iraq Study Group, led... Ohio Democratic Party more...
Nov 13, 2006 Noe found guilty of theft, forgery, money laundering By Mark Niquette The Columbus Dispatch Monday, November 13, 2006 3:32 PM AP Noe, right, with his lawyer Bill Wilkinson, listens to the jury instructions in court last week. TOLEDO - Coin... Ohio Democratic Party more...
Oct 30, 2006 Jack Schira Phone Calls Make News! Seems Jack Schira's opponent doesn't like his phone message! Medina County Democratic Party more...
Oct 27, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Oct 22, 2006 Medina County Democratic - Video Clips MCDAC has posted a new video clip on called "What Ken Blackwell thinks is important". Medina County Democratic Party more...
Oct 20, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Oct 13, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Oct 9, 2006 Ohio's minimum wage: what's at stake at polls What will Issue 2 do? Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Oct 6, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. MCDAC more...
Oct 2, 2006 Dispatch - Strickland�s concern for others springs from his family and faith LUCASVILLE, Ohio � Ted Strickland laughs when asked whether there one day might be a historical marker outside the modest home on Duck Run where he grew up. Boyhood home of Ted Strickland, Ohio�s 68 th governor. Dispatch more...
Sep 29, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Sep 24, 2006 Dispatch - Strickland Strong Ted Strickland leads Ken Blackwell by 19 points, Sherrod Brown leads by a healthy margin and other statewide Democrats are poised for big victories, according to the latest polling from the Columbus Dispatch. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Sep 24, 2006 Beacon Journal - Brown talks tuition during University of Akron visit Sherrod Brown visited the University of Akron to talk to students and propose solutions to the high price of college education - up 68% in Ohio since 2000. The Akron Beacon Journal more...
Sep 22, 2006 Dispatch - Ney's about-face leaves bad taste with voters Republicans in the 18th Congressional District are feeling hurt, angry and betrayed after Bob Ney's guilty plea to corruption charges. They're also gravitating toward Zack Space, the Democrat running for the seat. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Sep 22, 2006 Beacon-Journal - Sutton campaigns on 3 E's The road back to economic health for Northern Ohio is simple: education, ethics and entrepreneurial innovation, according to Betty Sutton, the Democratic nominee for the 13th Congressional District. Ohio Democratic Party more...
Sep 22, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Sep 21, 2006 Judge Kovack Merits Re-election Kovack's court is responsible for resolving the disputes that result in cases of divorce, child support and domestic violence. It is a difficult and important job that she and her staff have managed effectively. She deserves the opportunity to continue it for six more years. Re-elect Judge... The Medina Sun - Granger, Medina, Medina Township, Montville more...
Sep 17, 2006 Dispatch - Clinton takes aim at Blackwell Former President Clinton visited Cleveland Saturday to lend his name to a fundraiser that pumped up the campaign coffers for gubernatorial nominee Ted Strickland. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Sep 15, 2006 AP - Strickland calls for changes at BWC U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland would clean up the scandal-scarred state insurance fund for injured workers by replacing its oversight commission with an independent board of directors, he told The Columbus Dispatch for a story Thursday. The Associated Press more...
Sep 14, 2006 Beacon Journal - Quiet, intense races down the ticket Ohio Democrats have a chance to seize control of the Ohio Apportionment Board, the apparatus that controls the drawing of legislative districts, thanks to a strong ticket, from top to bottom. The Akron Beacon Journal more...
Sep 14, 2006 Dispatch - Brown sets modest health-insurance goal Democratic Senate challenger Sherrod Brown unveiled a plan yesterday to provide greater access to health insurance to the hundreds of thousands of Ohioans who lack health care. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Sep 8, 2006 Plain Dealer - Ohio Democratic Party sues Blackwell to unmask attack-ad donors On Thursday, the Ohio Democratic Party sued Secretary of State Ken Blackwell, seeking to unmask donors to a nonprofit group that spent more than $1.5 million last month on anonymously financed TV ads that hammer Rep. Ted Strickland. Ohio Democratic Party more...
Sep 7, 2006 Dispatch - Racism charged in lawsuit in state auditor's race Democrat Barbara Sykes yesterday went to federal court to stop what she said is a racist campaign tactic by Republican Mary Taylor in the state auditor�s race. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Sep 7, 2006 Plain Dealer - Ohio minimum-wage amendment qualifies for Nov. ballot The effort to amend Ohio's Constitution to raise the minimum wage from $5.15 to $6.85 an hour, and provide inflationary increases, easily qualified for the ballot with more than 363,000 valid signatures spread across 69 counties. Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Sep 5, 2006 Plain Dealer - Cleveland parade showcases Democrats The annual Cleveland Labor Day parade organized by Democratic Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones, showcased the party's candidates for statewide office, from gubernatorial candidate Ted Strickland to Ben Espy, a candidate for the Ohio Supreme Court. Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Sep 5, 2006 Enquirer - Democrats hit well-traveled campaign paths Democrats were out in force over the Labor Day weekend, visiting the Coney Island AFL-CIO picnic to mingle with thousands of union families and loyal supporters. Cincinnati Enquirer more...
Sep 3, 2006 Beacon Journal - Brown takes on role of challenger Sherrod Brown has served Ohio in many capacities: State Rep, Secretary of State and now, U.S. Congressman. He hopes to play one more role - Senator. The Akron Beacon Journal more...
Sep 3, 2006 Plain Dealer - Unions plan big push for Democrats The AFL-CIO hopes to shift government control to Democrats this fall by spending $40 million on union get-out-the-vote efforts in key states, including Ohio. The Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Sep 2, 2006 Blade - Strickland touts views during Toledo visit U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland was in Toledo to tout a plan for a high-tech toll collection program for the Ohio Turnpike and to spread his positive message of change. The Toledo Blade more
Sep 2, 2006 Child Support Plan First in State Child support plan 1st in state By DENISE SULLIVAN Staff Writer MEDINA � The county prosecutor's office, domestic relations court and the Child Support Enforcement Agency have teamed up to create a way to collect back child support... more...
Sep 1, 2006 Blade - Sherrod Brown backs Ohio's minimum wage increase U.S. Rep. Sherrod Brown repeated his call for raising Ohio�s minimum wage in a meeting with labor leaders in Toledo yesterday. The Toledo Blade more
Sep 1, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Aug 31, 2006 Dispatch - Candidate for State Auditor denies question was racist The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus and Barbara Sykes blasted the Republican nominee for state auditor for making an issue of Sykes' race in a recent telephone poll. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Aug 29, 2006 Beacon Journal - Ohio Farmers Could Rotate Political Field Ohio farmers, who are traditional conservatives, are lining up behind Democrats Ted Strickland and Sherrod Brown as Republicans have ignored agricultural issues in their zeal to raise taxes and focus on hot-button social issues. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Aug 25, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Aug 21, 2006 Plain Dealer - Bye bye Larry! Larry Householder, who is in a league of his own when it comes to corruption, has decided to drop out of the race for Perry County Auditor. Householder, according to GOP sources, knew he was going to get beat so he decided to quit. Bye bye Larry. Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Aug 20, 2006 AP - Strickland, Brown press for change GOP voters are flocking to the TurnAround Ohio Tour, featuring Ted Strickland and Sherrod Brown, which ends a three day, multi-city swing today with events in Columbus and Marion. The Associated Press more...
Aug 20, 2006 Blade - State Democrats catch early bus as campaign speeds up The TurnAround Ohio bus tour continued through SW Ohio, with stops in Butler, Warren and Clermont counties. Ted Strickland, Sherrod Brown and statewide Democrats presented a message of change to voters. The Toledo Blade more...
Aug 20, 2006 Dispatch - Some in GOP look to their left Democrats invaded Ohio�s GOP stronghold yesterday, meeting with about 50 Republicans in Warren County after a day of bold talk about how support is flowing their way across party lines. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Aug 18, 2006 Beacon Journal - Blackwell gets cold reception, Strickland applauded Ted Strickland elicited applause from hundreds of educators at a recent event. Ken Blackwell, speaking at the same event, drew a much different response. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Aug 18, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Party. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Aug 16, 2006 Tribune Chronicle - Corruption Charges Hang Over 2006 Elections Barbara Sykes, Marc Dann, Jennifer Brunner and Richard Cordray make up an impressive group of statewide Democrats who are campaigning hard, raising money, and reaching out to voters in a climate of Republican corruption and scandal. The Warren Tribune Chronicle more...
Aug 15, 2006 Vindicator - Williams, Strickland to discuss local issues Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams will meet with Gubernatorial candidate Ted Strickland soon to discuss Strickland's plan for Ohio's urban centers. The Youngstown Vindicator more...
Aug 14, 2006 Dispatch - Liberal, moderate faith groups team to counter religious right Liberals and moderates who feel their faith has been co-opted are organizing to counter what they say is the religious right's overemphasis on hot-button topics at the expense of other social justice matters. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Aug 11, 2006 Dispatch - Strickland airs radio spot meant for black audiences U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland, the Democratic nominee for governor, began airing a 60-second radio commercial yesterday that is aimed at black voters. Columbus Dispatch more...
Aug 11, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Aug 9, 2006 Dispatch - Rally, petitions seek amendment to raise Ohio's minimum wage Supporters of a drive to increase Ohio's minimum wage turned in over 700,000 signatures of those backing the drive. The ballot amendment the campaign is supporting would raise the wage from $5.15 to $6.85, which would help raise families out of poverty. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Aug 8, 2006 Columbus Dispatch - Ney�s exit shakes up GOP ticket; State Sen. Joy Padgett asked to take on campaign in 18 th Congressional District Even with beleaguered Congressman Bob Ney�s abrupt decision not to seek re-election, the battle for his seat likely will remain an expensive, nationally watched race. After insisting for months that he would run even if indicted in a continuing federal corruption investigation, Ney announced... Columbus Dispatch more
Aug 8, 2006 Toledo Blade - Voinovich, Strickland show off new unity; pair forge alliance against gambling A former Republican governor and a Democrat who wants to be governor joined together yesterday to battle slot machines. What, if anything, should you read into that, beyond the obvious gambling conclusions? Toledo Blade more
Aug 4, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. MCDAC more...
Aug 3, 2006 Free Times - All 88 Are Key - Ohio Dems to leave no county behind Ohio Democratic Party Chair Chris Redfern talks about the ODP's 88 County strategy, a plan that mimicks the DNC's 50 State strategy. Ohio Dems are committed to organizing, spending money and being involved in all of Ohio's 88 counties. Cleveland Free Times more...
Aug 2, 2006 AP - Strickland releases tax returns, Blackwell declines Gubernatorial candidate Ted Strickland released his tax returns yesterday, a move that Republican Ken Blackwell has refused to make. What is Ken Blackwell hiding from Ohioans? The Associated Press more...
Aug 2, 2006 Daily News - Brown urges changes to Medicare plan's gap Senate candidate Rep. Sherrod Brown called for changes to Medicare Part D's gap in prescription coverage that could hit millions of Americans this year. Brown called the gap 'a cruel hoax'. Dayton Daily News more...
Aug 2, 2006 Times - Garrison proposes all-day kingergarten Ohio Rep. Jennifer Garrison, D-Marietta, introduced legislation that would give funding for each school district to begin all-day kindergarten and financially benefit the districts that already have it. Marietta Times more...
Jul 31, 2006 Repository - Strickland looking better to defeat Blackwell Commentary from the Canton Repository says Ted Strickland is on track for a big victory in November. The Repository highlights numerous errors in judgement by the Blackwell campaign. The Canton Repository more...
Jul 30, 2006 Dispatch - Democrats happy in unfamiliar territory Over 140 volunteers gathered at ODP HQ on Saturday, July 29th to hear from Sherrod Brown, Bob Shamansky and a trio of local candidates. The volunteer then hit the streets, canvassing for their candidates as part of the DNC's National Democratic Reunion. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Jul 28, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest news from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jul 26, 2006 Beacon Journal - Strickland lays out plan Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ted Strickland has unveiled the next component of his Turnaround Ohio campaign -- a plan that calls for accountability and results-based government. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Jul 26, 2006 Enquirer - Downtown demonstration targets Chabot A group of 30 people from the AFL-CIO staged a protest Tuesday at U.S. Rep. Steve Chabot's Cincinnati office because of his opposition to an increase in the federal minimum wage. Chabot faces Democrat John Cranley in November. The Cincinnati Enquirer more...
Jul 26, 2006 Daily News - Candidate's wife encourages other women to get involved On Tuesday, Sherrod Brown's wife Connie Schultz joined a group of Miami Valley women interested in politics to applaud their activism and encourage them to get others involved in the process. Dayton Daily News more...
Jul 23, 2006 Dispatch - Strickland far ahead, early poll indicates Ted Strickland and Sherrod Brown have increased their commanding leads over their Republican challengers in new polling results released today. Strickland leads Blackwell by 20%, Brown leads DeWine by 8%. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Jul 21, 2006 AP - Strickland a candidate apart from usual Dems This year, Ted Strickland carries the party's banner. The congressman from rural Ohio has credentials that are substantially different: United Methodist minister, psychologist and college professor. The Associated Press more...
Jul 18, 2006 Daily News - Labor's Focus is on Democrats The Ohio AFL-CIO opens its 25th biennial convention today in Cincinnati, with the emphasis on electing Democrats on Nov. 7. The Dayton Daily News more...
Jul 16, 2006 Advocate - Strickland visits Heath Ted Strickland and other statewide candidates visited Heath as part of a three-day, multi-city tour throughout central and northeast Ohio to share their vision for a new Ohio. The Newark Advocate more
Jul 14, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jul 12, 2006 Dispatch - With release of poll, Ney's camp admits troubles Zack Space leads incumbent Republican Bob Ney in new polling released by the Space campaign. Ney's campaign released polling that shows the two in a virtual tie. Clearly, Ney is in trouble. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Jul 12, 2006 Watch Medina Dem Candidate Interview on You Tube MCDAC in conjunction with the Communications Committee of the Medina County Democratic Party recently taped interviews with several Democratic candidates and officials at the Northern Medina County Democratic Club 3rd Annual Picnic. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jul 11, 2006 Enquirer - Hackett embraces Brown Paul Hackett, who months ago left the U.S. Senate race, pledged his support and gave Rep. Sherrod Brown his endorsement in Brown's race against Republican Senator Mike DeWine. The Cincinnati Enquirer more...
Jul 11, 2006 Dispatch - Brown criticizes DeWine for vote against drug imports Democrat Sherrod Brown says Sen. Mike DeWine showed he was on the side of drug companies, not the side of consumers, yesterday by voting against a Senate proposal to ease the ban on importing prescription medicine. The Columbus Dispatch more...
Jul 10, 2006 Daily News - Strickland ties education to the economy Democrat Ted Strickland lumps Secretary of State J. Kenneth Blackwell right in with the rest of the Republicans running state government when it comes to assigning blame for Ohio's economic decline. Dayton Daily News more...
Jul 9, 2006 Beacon Journal - Bigger push urged on voter ID law Ohio's chief elections officer -- Ken Blackwell -- apparently has no plans to educate Ohioans about a new voter identification requirement beyond county fair booth flyers. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Jul 9, 2006 Blade - Szollosi hitching political future to rolling help center Toledo City Council Frank Szollosi, no stranger to controversy, is getting back to the basics: an Airstream trailer that he'll take to Toledo neighborhoods as part of his "Szollosi Listens" campaign. The Toledo Blade more
Jul 7, 2006 Beacon Journal - Democratic flag bearers Ohio-bound Sen. John Edwards and Sen. Hilary Clinton will be featured speakers at a national convention starting this weekend in Columbus. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Jul 7, 2006 Medina Dems News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jul 5, 2006 Plain Dealer - NE Ohio key to Senate contest Thomas Suddes writes that a jobs-and-progress camapign will likely favor Sherrod Brown over incumbent Republican Mike DeWine. The Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Jul 1, 2006 Toledo Blade - Report tracks origin of Taft donation; $2,500 gift linked to Noe was given during '02 event featuring Bush The $2,500 contribution that state investigators believe Tom Noe laundered into Bob Taft's 2002 re-election campaign ended up in the governor's coffers during a Columbus fund-raiser that featured President Bush. Toledo Blade more
Jun 30, 2006 Columbus Dispatch - Senior aide to Rep. Ney subpoenaed; Three staff members leaving while investigation continues Three top aides to embattled Rep. Bob Ney are leaving his office, and a federal grand jury has subpoenaed another senior staff member in an investigation of the Heath Republican�s ties to disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff. Columbus Dispatch more
Jun 30, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jun 29, 2006 Columbus Dispatch - School plan favored by Blackwell called gimmick A school-funding plan implemented by four states and embraced by Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee J. Kenneth Blackwell is "one of the worst ideas in education," says Rod Paige, a former education secretary in the Bush administration. Columbus Dispatch more
Jun 28, 2006 Columbus Dispatch - 4 more convicted of ethics charges in Noe investigation The ongoing investigation into state-government corruption that is roiling Ohio politics produced four additional convictions today. Four current or former elected officials from the Toledo area each pleaded no contest and were found guilty this afternoon to a single ethics charge related to... Columbus Dispatch more
Jun 27, 2006 Columbus Dispatch - Four officials in Noe case to answer ethics charges in court Four current or former public officials from the Toledo area are expected in court Wednesday to answer ethics charges related to allegations they funneled campaign cash from coin dealer Thomas W. Noe to President Bush. Columbus Dispatch more
Jun 27, 2006 Beacon Journal - Sherrod Brown pushes fair-trade plan U.S. Senate candidate Sherrod Brown took to downtown Akron Monday to announce legislation he is seeking that would ban sweatshop imports. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Jun 26, 2006 Enquirer - Strickland: GOP support ebbing Democrat Ted Strickland, candidate for Ohio governor, said Saturday that Republicans keep coming to him and pledging their support because they have grown disenchanted with Republican-dominated government, nationally and locally. The Cincinnati Enquirer more...
Jun 26, 2006 Plain Dealer - Controversial record dogs GOP Treasurer hopeful Sandra O'Brien's controversial time as an elected official in Ashtabula County raises questions about her fitness for the Ohio Treasurer's office. Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Jun 22, 2006 Toledo Blade - Suspect manages Voinovich portfolio; Senator to return $9,000 in donations U.S. Sen. George Voinovich yesterday acknowledged that one of the Cleveland-area investment brokers indicted for allegedly bribing an official at the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation has handled his personal financial portfolio since he left the governor's office in 1999. Toledo Blade more
Jun 21, 2006 Plain Dealer - Blackwell site stirs ire over voter signup It is much easier to register to vote on Ken Blackwell's gubernatorial website opposed to his official Secretary of State website, a move that fits Blackwell's pattern of making it more difficult for those that don't support him to vote. The Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Jun 18, 2006 Beacon Journal - Regula under fire for favorites GOP Congressman Ralph Regula is under fire for his use of earmarks, which increase the run-away spending Republicans in Washington are seemingly addicted to. Akron Beacon Journal more...
Jun 18, 2006 Plain Dealer - Democats have "New Direction" for America When the Democratic Party retakes control of Congress, Democrats will act quickly to increase the minimum wage, lower prescription drug costs and slash interest rates on student loans, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said Saturday. Cleveland Plain Dealer more...
Jun 16, 2006 Medina County Dem News Read the latest newsletter from the Medina County Democratic Action Committee. Medina County Democratic Party more...
Jun 14, 2006 Blade - Supreme Court orders Taft to hand over documents The Ohio Supreme Court yesterday ordered Gov. Bob Taft to hand over documents to the high court that he wants to keep secret. State Sen. Marc Dann hailed the order as a victory for Ohio's taxpayers. The Toledo Blade more
Jun 13, 2006 Post - Democrats closing fundraising gap with Republicans A surge in small, individual contributions is lifting Democratic campaigns this year and is helping close a Republican fundraising advantage that has existed for years in national politics. The Washington Post more...
Jun 12, 2006 AP - Strickland has double Blackwell's total on hand Democrat Ted Strickland, with no major challenge in last month's primary for governor, had twice the campaign cash on hand as Republican Kenneth Blackwell. The Associated Press more...
Jun 12, 2006 Plain Dealer - Issue could alter Ohio's political picture If labor and anti-poverty groups can get the Minimum Wage increase issue on the November ballot, some political experts contend, Democratic voters will be much more likely to go to the polls. The Cleveland Pl