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Letter to the Editor: People of the Lie

Dear Free Press,


President Trump’s steady following among his base of support is worth a reflection. No matter how often he “spins” the truth on matters large or small, and acts like a “bully” to demean those who have another view, his…

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Becoming, by Michelle Obama

Never in the history of First Ladies’ memoirs has there been a book so eagerly awaited as the one written by Michelle Obama. When Becoming hit the stores on November 13, 2018, it took only a week for the book to rocket to No. 1 in the New York…

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Hoping For The Best, Just Hoping Nothing Happens

Columbus-based bestselling author Astone Jackson’s second volume of poetry, “Hoping For The Best, Just Hoping Nothing Happens,” was released June 14 and is a follow-up to his first collection of poetry, “The Secrets We Keep That Keep Us From…

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Mary Jane’s Guide: In one word, what’s wrong with Ohio’s medical marijuana program?

Everyone’s a buzz. No, not that kind! Both traditional and social media seem to be buzzing about what’s wrong with the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program. Missed deadlines. Onerous restrictions. Exorbitant license fees. Sky high prices.…

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