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#OneLoveOhio: Acts of kindness and community-building in Springfield and beyond
Ohio is not the sum of its stereotypes.
Haitian-Ohioans and the town of Springfield have been thrust into the national spotlight due to baseless lies from some state officials and politicians. Neo-Nazis and other racists have…
// Opinion
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The struggle for grassroots orgs seeking ballot access: Cynthia Brown vs. Dave Yost
Background
The Ohio Coalition to End Qualified Immunity (OCTEQI) has been actively working to place a constitutional amendment on the Ohio ballot to end qualified immunity for government officials. This summer their efforts have faced…
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Reel Tme with Richard: ‘MJ’ pays homage to moonwalking superstar
This article first appeard on Reel Time with Richard.
A good fireworks show begins with a “wow” and ends with a “WOW,” filling the space in between with enough peaks to fuel our anticipation. MJ: The Musical, based on the life of…
// Opinion
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A message to Haitian-Ohioans
The fllowing is a statement from Lynn Tramonte, Director of the Ohio Immigrant Alliance. Share at bit.ly/HaitianOhioans
Dear neighbors, we see you. We love you. We respect and celebrate you. We are honored that you chose to make Ohio…
// Opinion