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State Legislators Seek to Use Taxpayer Funds to Deepen Trade Ties with Israel Amidst its Genocide in Gaza

The Ohio House of Representatives has introduced a bill that would commit $10 million in taxpayer funds “to create the Ohio Israel Trade and Innovation Partnership.” House Bill 188 (H.B. 188) as introduced would create a “partnership” of 14…

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Dear Ohio House: Vote NO on HB 160

 

They’re at it again. Despite a year and a half. Despite a half billion dollars. Despite record opposition to a similar bill, the Ohio General Assembly is once again pushing forward with its wet dream of legislatively killing last…

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Italy is Muslim-friendly, but its Prime Minister is not!

Italy is predominantly Catholic, and it respects religious freedom and welcomes Muslim visitors. According to the latest information, major cities like Rome, Milan, and Venice have mosques and Islamic centers. Some tourist attractions offer…

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The only winners in this trade war will be Trump and his fellow billionaires

President Biden left behind an economy that was pretty healthy, conventionally speaking. Unemployment was low and wages were rising, but stubbornly high costs of living opened a door for Donald Trump’s political comeback.

Yet Trump’s…

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