http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/oh-gop/ en-us Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:50:46 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2039422/posts Day three of the Clark controversy, and things keep getting more and more interesting. Today, Barack Obama is apparently denying that his own speech yesterday in Ohio -- where we all assumed he was specifically repudiating Clark's comments -- was, in fact, aimed at Gen. Clark. Here is what Obama had to say today: "... I notice that I think in at least one publication it was reported that my comments yesterday about Senator McCain were in a response to General Clark. I think my staff will confirm that was in a draft of that speech that I had written... Townhall http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2039422/posts#comment Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:50:46 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2031878/posts So much for the 50 State Strategy, announced just last week. The Obama campaign admits neither FL and OH "was hospitable to Obama this year." Even three states Kerry won (PA, MI, NH) "look competitive" for McCain. Obama will try to pick off VA, NM, and others to make up the difference. Is Obama the underdog in this Year of the Democrat? The Patriot Room http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2031878/posts#comment Mon, 16 Jun 2008 18:34:02 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2019021/posts ARLINGTON, VA -- U.S. Senator John McCain delivered the following remarks as prepared for delivery at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, in Columbus, OH, today at 10:00 a.m. EDT: Thank you. The hectic but repetitive routine of presidential campaigns often seems to consist entirely of back and forth charges between candidates, punctuated by photo ops, debates and the occasional policy speech, followed by another barrage of accusations and counter accusations, formulated into the soundbites preferred by cable news producers. It is a little hypocritical for candidates or reporters to criticize these deficiencies. They are our creation. Campaigns and the media... Four Fried Chickens and a Coke http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2019021/posts#comment Wed, 21 May 2008 04:10:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2010378/posts Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann admitted that he had an affair with a subordinate on Friday at a press conference held in response to an internal investigation of sexual harrassment claims against Director of General Services Anthony Gutierrez. Results of the internal investigation were released on approximately 9:30am Friday morning. http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2010378/posts#comment Fri, 2 May 2008 19:41:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1980946/posts One meme that has emerged in recent days is the idea that Hillary Clinton’s remaining in the race, and especially her negative attacks on Barack Obama, will seriously damage the Democratic Party and make Obama damaged goods in the fall. John Aravosis is one of the more passionate advocates of this position. Well, come Wednesday, if Hillary doesn’t win 65% of the delegates in Ohio and Texas, and still insists on staying in the race and ripping our party in two, it will be time to start treating candidate Clinton with the same golden rule she is using for candidate... outsidethebeltway.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1980946/posts#comment Wed, 5 Mar 2008 22:19:01 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1943393/posts After reading this question that was posed to Fred Thompson and his answer, I can't help but think it's a shame that he's not doing better in the campaign (h/t Instapundit): AKD: What will you do for the farmers of Bremer County? FT: (laughs) AKD: You knew this was coming, right? FT: I would continue to enjoy the fruits of their labor. I’ve been looking all over Iowa for a bad steak and I can’t find it. Been trying my best. It’s not a matter of what I would do for the farmers. Farmers are not looking for a president... Holy Coast http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1943393/posts#comment Sun, 23 Dec 2007 02:40:14 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1923106/posts Many active duty military are praising Fred Thompson, as the conservative leader they want as the next Commander in Chief. Typical of these comments is this one from a soldier in Ohio: "As a soldier, I know there is some pressure to not get involved in anything political, but as a current member of the finest Army to have ever existed, and a Combat Veteran of the crucial Iraq campaign, I feel it is my duty as a patriotic American to see a good conservative succeed our current commander and chief. Every Soldier wants a leader that they can proudly... Blogs For Fred Thompson http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1923106/posts#comment Fri, 9 Nov 2007 01:14:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1922299/posts State Rep. Bob Latta narrowly defeated a like-minded conservative rival yesterday following a rancorous campaign to represent the GOP in the heavily Republican congressional district vacated by the late Paul Gillmor. Latta, receiving more than 32,000 votes, or roughly 44 percent, defeated State Sen. Steve Buehrer, who received just under 29,400 votes, or 40 percent, according to unofficial returns with 100 percent of precincts reporting. Latta will now face Democrat Robin Weirauch, who cruised to victory in the Democratic primary, in the Dec. 11 general election. In the 2006 election, Weirauch received the most votes in her party's history in... The Columbus Dispatch http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1922299/posts#comment Wed, 7 Nov 2007 16:39:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1921401/posts The Ohio Elections Commission unanimously slapped congressional candidate Bob Latta with a reprimand after ruling today that his congressional campaign knowingly or recklessly lied about opponent Steve Buehrer’s positions in political flyers. Even the Latta campaign’s attorney, Scott Pullins, admitted statements that Mr. Buehrer “opposed’’ prayer in public schools and “didn’t want’’ the Ten Commandments posted were “misleading,’’ a “cheap shot,’’ and a “political low blow.’’ But he argued unsuccessfully that the false statements did not rise to the level of a violation of Ohio election law. Mr. Latta and Mr. Buehrer are campaigning for the GOP nomination for the... The Toledo Blade http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1921401/posts#comment Mon, 5 Nov 2007 23:58:47 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1921388/posts Stivers jumps into Columbus congressional race Posted by Sabrina Eaton November 05, 2007 15:59PM GOP State Senator Steve Stivers of Columbus today announced that he'll seek the congressional seat that will be vacated by the retirement of GOP Rep. Deborah Pryce of Upper Arlington. In a press release that announced his candidacy, Stivers criticized the partisanship and bickering in Washington, as well as a new tax plan floated by Democrats that Stivers called a "$3.5 trillion tax increase." Stivers and his fiance, Karen Tabor, are scheduled to be married later this month. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from Ohio... The Cleveland Plain Dealer http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1921388/posts#comment Mon, 5 Nov 2007 23:39:29 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1905625/posts This is a special election to replace the deceased Republican U.S. Representative Paul Gilmore. Whoever wins the Republican nomination on November 7 will be heavily favored to win the general special election on December 11. So let's send a "True Republican. True Conservative." HEY! That just happens to be State Sen. Steve Buehrer's campaign slogan! What a coincidence. According to the Club for Growth's profile in their endorsement of Sen. Buehrer, he fought against the now disgraced former Governor Bob Taft's runaway taxing and spending before it was cool. He did was what right, even though he knew it would... Red State http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1905625/posts#comment Wed, 3 Oct 2007 00:23:44 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1904371/posts The Ohio Republican Party announced today the results of its 2007 Presidential Straw Poll, declaring former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson the winner with 33 percent of the vote. Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani took second with 24 percent, and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney placed third with 17 percent of the ballots cast. A Fred vs. Hillary matchup would be an interesting repolarization of Ohio, as one would expect that the southern-oriented south and southwest Ohio would be quite friendly to Fred. I would think that Northeast Ohio would remain friendly to Hillary, leaving a big fight over... Wide Open at Cleveland.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1904371/posts#comment Sun, 30 Sep 2007 10:24:29 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1903717/posts The Hannah Report is covering news that the Ohio Republican Party released the results of its recent straw poll for the 2008 presidential primary showing the pro-gun former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson leading the anti-gun former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani. In the poll, Thompson received 33 percent, Giuliani received 24 percent, former Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney received 17 percent, U.S. Sen. John McCain received 11 percent, former Ark. Gov. Mike Huckabee seven percent, U.S. Sen. Sam Brownback four percent, followed by Duncan Hunter with two percent, Ron Paul one percent, and Tom Tancredo one percent. Nearly 2,300 Republicans... Buckeye Firearms News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1903717/posts#comment Fri, 28 Sep 2007 19:59:13 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1894370/posts Karen Gillmor (R), widow of Cong. Paul Gillmor (R), has decided to forego a run for her late husband’s seat, according to normally reliable Republican sources. State Rep. Bob Latta (R) is now likely to get in the race. Latta served in the state senate (1997-2000) and ran for the 5th District back in 1988, but lost to Paul Gillmor in the primary by 27 votes. Latta was running for the open seat vacated by his father, Delbert Latta (R), who served in Congress for three decades beginning in 1958. (Congressman Latta served briefly on the House Judiciary Committee during... The Rothenberg Political Report http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1894370/posts#comment Tue, 11 Sep 2007 03:10:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1878395/posts Ashland County Commissioner Matt Miller will seek the Republican nomination for the 16th congressional seat now held by longtime incumbent Ralph Regula, R-Bethlehem Township. Miller garnered about 42 percent of the votes in the race against Regula in the 2006 Republican primary. The district covers Stark, Wayne, Medina and Ashland counties. "Our people recognize that it is going to take fresh leaders who are not part of the establishment to turn our nation and our region in the right direction," Miller said in a statement. Miller is president of the Northeast Ohio District of the County Commissioners Association of Ohio.... The Canton Repository http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1878395/posts#comment Wed, 8 Aug 2007 22:57:05 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1785737/posts Former Ohio Secretary of State Ken Blackwell has joined Ohio's Buckeye Institute. Here is their full press release: For Immediate Release Thursday, February 15, 2007 Contact: David Hansen Office: (614) 224-4422 Cell: (614) 783-0309 BLACKWELL JOINS BUCKEYE INSTITUTE AS DISTINGUISHED FELLOW COLUMBUS – The Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions today announced former secretary of state, state treasurer and 2006 Republican gubernatorial nominee Ken Blackwell has joined the organization as a Ronald Reagan Distinguished Fellow. Blackwell will focus on state issues with national significance such as taxes, energy, education and health care reform. Also, he will lead the institute’s effort... The Buckeye Institute (via Red State) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1785737/posts#comment Fri, 16 Feb 2007 04:00:21 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1629259/posts A former chief of staff to Rep. Bob Ney, R-Ohio, pleaded guilty Monday in the Jack Abramoff scandal, admitting he participated in a conspiracy to corrupt Ney, his staff, and other members of Congress with trips, free tickets, and meals. Neil Volz, 35, admitted that he engaged in the conspiracy for more than four years, both while he was Ney's chief of staff and after he left to go work with Abramoff. ABC News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1629259/posts#comment Tue, 9 May 2006 16:36:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1583195/posts Just 16% said the Cincinnati Republican is doing a good job as Ohio’s chief executive, while 83% said he is doing a poor job leading one of the most important political states in the nation. The poor approval ratings span the political spectrum - 93% of Democrats, 86% of independents, and 82% of Republicans give him poor marks for his work. A Zogby Interactive survey in mid-November put his job approval rating at just 6%. He has virtually no significant base of support anywhere in the state, the poll shows. Zogby International http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1583195/posts#comment Wed, 22 Feb 2006 04:07:55 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1581896/posts Lorain Mayor Craig Foltin said Tuesday night that he is a candidate for Congress. The 38-year-old second-term Republican mayor said local and national GOP officials had encouraged him to run. As the mayor of working-class Lorain, where Democrats outnumber Republican voters, Foltin is seen as perhaps the best Republican bet to win in the Democratic-leaning 13th Congressional District. The Cleveland Plain Dealer http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1581896/posts#comment Mon, 20 Feb 2006 01:01:37 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1577894/posts Eric Fingerhut is canceling his quixotic bid for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination against the anointed candidate, Ted Strickland. Also, Paul Hackett (D-Barking Moonbatville) cancelled his appearance on Hardboiled with Chris Matthews, fueling speculation that he will drop his primary challenge to Sherrod "Stalin" Brown and instead take another crack at the congressional seat now held by Jean Schmidt. This sets up a Brown v. DeWine race in the fall. DeWine is probably grateful because if Hackett had been his opponent, Hackett may have gotten NRA support. Look for the NRA to stay neutral on this one. Source for the (drop... Route 82 (blog) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1577894/posts#comment Tue, 14 Feb 2006 00:53:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1562765/posts Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about our campaign and my optimistic vision for America! I am running for Congress to stand up and fight for for the families and taxpayers of Ohio. As a state legislator, I learned that to make a difference on the issues that matter most, it is not only important "be" conservative. You must also be willing to take a stand and fight for your beliefs when others stand in the way. Jim Jordan For Congress http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1562765/posts#comment Sun, 22 Jan 2006 17:06:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1538159/posts Sherrod Brown aiming for Senate House Democrat hopes to challenge DeWine after facing Paul Hackett in primary By William Hershey Dayton Daily News COLUMBUS | Fifteen years after a defeat that contributed to the Republican takeover of state government, Democrat Sherrod Brown is ready to make another try for statewide elective office. U.S. Rep. Brown, D-Avon Lake, today released plans to officially kick off his race for the Democratic nomination to run for the U.S. Senate seat held by Republican Mike DeWine. "I've been fighting clearly on the right side of issues ... on bringing down the cost of prescription... Dayton Daily News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1538159/posts#comment Sun, 11 Dec 2005 06:46:24 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1528630/posts Current Delegate Chris Wakim, R-Ohio, made it public Saturday night that he is a candidate for Congress. Those attending an Ohio County Republican Party steak fry at the Civics Club in Elm Grove were greeted by "Wakim for Congress" signs, and flyers were passed out promoting an upcoming Wakim campaign event. The Wheeling News Register http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1528630/posts#comment Sat, 26 Nov 2005 01:50:52 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1521342/posts “Jim pours his heart and soul into every endeavor of his life,” said Blackwell. “That fact is obvious in all he has achieved, from his days as a two-time NCAA champion wrestler, his recent service in the Ohio House and Senate and his life-time of love and affection for his wife and children. “He is a man of honesty and integrity, with a strong record of public service to the families and communities of north central Ohio. Ken Blackwell For Governor http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1521342/posts#comment Sun, 13 Nov 2005 20:39:41 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1516350/posts "As a member of the state legislature, I have led the fight on the issues that matter most to families, like cutting taxes and defending our traditional conservative values," Jordan said in a statement released Thursday by his campaign. "I am running for Congress with renewed energy to make a difference on these important issues." The Dayton Daily News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1516350/posts#comment Sat, 5 Nov 2005 18:32:27 GMT