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How the selection of JD Vance embodies Ohio’s move to the Right

Pre-2016, Ohio was the road to the White House. No Republican candidate had ever won the election without carrying the state, and no Democrat since Kennedy had won without the state. Since then, though, Ohio has slowly faded into obscurity in the…

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Thomas Crooks

What loads the gun?

Thomas Crooks left no manifesto or suicide note. He had a limited presence on social media — unimaginable for a member of Gen Z. Although he was a registered Republican, he did not display strong political beliefs or radical ideology.…

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Statement on the Indictment Of Blendon Township Officer Connor Grubb

August 13, 2024 - Today marks a solemn victory in the pursuit of justice for Ta’Kiya Young and her unborn daughter, whose lives were tragically and unjustly taken at the hands of Blendon Township Police Officer Connor Grubb. Grubb now faces four…

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Tamie and Jordan

Tamie Wilson who is running against Jim Jordan: “I’m running to win”

Tamie Wilson of Delaware County is looking to finally end the tortuous reign of Jim Jordan and his smirk in Ohio’s 4th congressional district. This will be the second try for this self-described “common sense candidate.” The odds are against her…

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