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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.

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

“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.

"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."

One more analysis on the Ohio Ballot provisions, which will affect you all: EXCERPT "Outcome-based education (OBE) is an educational philosophy that states that education ought to be aimed at producing particular educational outcomes" (Wikipedia Encyclopedia). The amendment language is an example of Outcome-based elections, which is an electoral philosophy that states that elections ought to be aimed at producing a particular electoral outcome. If you subject yourself to the full language of the amendment, you will find that this is a proposal that will require [b]by law[/b] for elections to be close. Outcome-based education has apparently produced its first...

State Senator Jim Jordan (R) is mentioned as a possible successor, but he's also a potential running mate to gubenatorial candidate Ken Blackwell.

After Taft Can Ohio Republicans recover? By W. James Antle III Last week’s conviction of Gov. Bob Taft on four misdemeanor ethics charges has put another dent in the Ohio Republican party’s image of invincibility — and cast a long shadow over the party’s 2006 candidates. Over the last decade, the GOP has consolidated power by racking up win after win in the Buckeye State. Republicans today hold every statewide constitutional elected office (including uninterrupted control of the governorship since 1991), both U.S. Senate seats, and majorities in both houses of the state legislature, the state supreme court, and Ohio’s...

Divisive issue becoming a uniter? Blackwell tax measure seems to be taking on a whole new role By Martin Gottlieb Dayton Daily News Secretary of State Ken Blackwell's anti-tax ballot initiative has been transformed before our eyes, without changing. When he first put it forth, he was engaged in an effort to distinguish himself from other Republican politicians. Planning a run for governor in 2006, he was confronting the then-growing belief that being a Republican might not be a great advantage in that year. After all, Republicans would have been in power for about as long as one party ever...

You guys should check this group out. I met one of their members out in Ohio working with a congressional candidate. They knew what they were doing and I was impressed but i didn't realize that Alex had his own team until yesterday. I looked at their website its got some really solid ideas in terms of strategy. Check it out: http://www.vandenberg-strategies.com

Current State Sen. Andy McKenzie, R-Ohio, could be gearing up for a potential run against incumbent U.S. Rep. Alan Mollohan, D-W.Va, in 2006. McKenzie responded "no comment" this week when asked if it were true he was planning a future Congressional campaign. He didn't deny that he might be seeking the office

Hackett on attack in race He sets sights on Schmidt By Barry M. Horstman Post staff reporter When a Democratic Congressional Unity Breakfast can be handled quite easily at a table for three at a downtown Cincinnati restaurant, Paul Hackett needs look no further for evidence of just how uphill his campaign in the 2nd Congressional District will be this summer. Looking for something, anything to draw attention to the special Aug. 2 general election to replace former Rep. Rob Portman, Hackett met Thursday morning with two of the five candidates he defeated in last week's Democratic primary. The other...

I am confident I am the best candidate because O’Boyle’s campaign is mostly about simply defeating Deborah Sutherland, and if Bay’s present School Board President becomes mayor, it would be a pretty darn rough on Bay taxpayers, as I can only imagine how easy it would be for the School Board to pretty much get whatever its wants – they’d say jump and the residents would be saying, “how high?” My platform is the most substantial. My vision for Bay Village maps to the true desires of most residents and most business owners; moreover, I’m the only candidate who is...

Multimedia Newsletter: LOBBY FOR COBBY Bruce Cobbeldick For Mayor! Newsletter Friends Of Bruce Cobbeldick Mayoral Campaign Bay Village, OH - - According to Candidate Bruce Cobbeldick, November 2005 should be one of the most interesting mayoral races Bay Village has ever seen. "Bay is at a crossroads right now, and while some issues seem pretty cut and dried, it's when one spends just a little more time thinking about things - it's when one considers the source and looks at who stands to gain what that or lose what - that the voter has the opportunity to decypher double-talk and...

Cobbeldick Campaign Web Pages "A VOTE FOR BRUCE IS A VOTE FOR BAY!" Elect a Republican With an Independent Mind! Bruce Cobbeldick, Bay Village mayoral candidate (440) 668-0887 What does that mean: "I'm a Conservative first, and a Republican second. I make choices and take stances that map to Conservative Values. I am not eager to be politically expedient. It's my feeling that Party Bosses get people elected, but Pragmatism and Conservatism can rise above (limited) Partisan Thinking. I say do the right thing and worry not about protecting your turf or being the Golden Boy of the Liberal Press!...

As word of Strickland's decision spread through political circles, possible contenders for his spot in Congress began to emerge. Among them are State Reps. Chuck Blasdel, an East Liverpool Republican, and John Boccieri, a Mahoning County Democrat.

This morning (Wednesday) Ohio Secretary of State Ken Blackwell was on Wills & Coleman on 1100AM WTAM in Cleveland Ohio. He talked about how thie proposed budget will be the 2nd largest tax increase in Ohio- With the largest increase being the 20% sales tax hike passed 2 years ago. He also talks about his proposed spending limitation amendment, that has a very good chance of passing. The audio is available here: http://www.ohioforblackwell.com/blog/archives/2005/04/27/ken-blackwell-on-wills-coleman-wtam-1100/

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Heimlich joins 'Petro for Governor' ticket Some supporters call lt. governor bid ill-advised By Cindi Andrews Enquirer staff writer Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro named Phil Heimlich as his running mate for governor Tuesday, embracing the Hamilton County commissioner as a fellow reformer. "Phil Heimlich has been in every sense of the word an innovator," Petro told a crowd of 300-plus Heimlich supporters at the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, downtown. Petro's campaign also unveiled green-and-white Petro-Heimlich signs with the slogan "Renewing the spirit of Ohio 2006." The announcement is unusually early considering that Ohio won't elect a replacement...

Tomorrow (Wednesday) Ken Blackwell will debate Columbus Mayor Mike Coleman on MSNBC's HardBall with Chris Matthews. I will post the video of it on my blog, http://www.ohioforblackwell.com after it is broadcast. Do any Ohio FReepers have any info about the Columbus-area taping of this event? The worthless Ohio Libertarian Party is going to protest it: From: "Libertarian Party of Ohio" To: "LPO Announcements" Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2005 11:15:19 -0500 Subject: [Ohio LP] Activist Alert - Protest Today MSNBC Hardball's Chris Matthews is here in Columbus interviewing Secretary Ken Blackwell and Mayor Coleman The Libertarian Party of Ohio is asking...

Contact us at 440-808-8926 and let's help Bruce Cobbeldick win this one! All citizens' votes are the deciding votes. Your voice matters! Lobby for Cobby! Simple And To The Point The message I want to get out is this: "If we learned anything in 2004, it ought to be our new-found ability to see beyond Partisan Labels and look for substance, character and humanity - not mere Party affiliation to get our votes!" "Send in the Marine!" Vote for Bruce Cobbeldick. He's battling to lower your taxes! Bay Village Is a Fantastic Community We Plan To Make It Affordable Again...

Bay Village Is a Fantastic Community We Plan To Make It Affordable Again It saddens me to see families - both young and old alike - to put up For Sale signs in the yards due to high property taxes. I am running for mayor because I am convinced Bay families need Tax Relief and they need it soon! Seniors are facing a daunting tax burden that I am convinced is disproportionate. The average families here in Bay are weighing whether or not they can afford to reside here much longer. We are losing people, who are otherwise quite happy...

Has anyone got the laterst figures on the vote count. They are suppposed to certify tomorrow aren't they?

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I just wanted to personally thank all those in Florida & Ohio, for standing in line (some, for up to 10 hours) to help re-elect George W. Bush!!! All of us across the country, did help to do our part.... but, the voters in these two states, help pull us over the top. So, a big personal "THANK YOU" & GOD BLESS YOU!!! :) GOD BLESS AMERICA, GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS, & GOD BLESS GEORGE W. BUSH AMERICA: Land of the Free, 'because' of the Brave...

No wonder these guys can't win, look at how they do math. When they count how many votes Kerry needs to get out of the provisional ballots, they neglect to add those that would have gone to Bush to his total (besides, they somehow dream that they are going to get 85% of the provisionals going to Kerry). By the way, you need to replace the DOT with a "." or FreeRepublic blocks the dailyKos link. ---------------------------------------- by kos Wed Nov 3rd, 2004 at 13:53:48 GMT It's not over in Ohio. As this email notes: Bush is currently leading in...

Things I am glad about today. I am glad that the liars did not win. By liars I mean Michael Moore, Richard Clarke, Dan Rather, John Kerry…the list could go on and on. I am deeply gladdened that Tom Daschle joins David Bonoir, the pit yorkie, at home for washed up politicians. I am glad that Nick Clooney lost and that Jim Bunning, Tom Coburn, and Mel Martinez. I am glad that my home county (Scioto County, Ohio) ended up in the Bush column, after looking like it would go for Kerry early on. I am glad that I spent...

Need help now. I’m a republican pole worker in Ohio. It is my first time, so it’s all-new to me. The training we received was poor it best. I assumed up until tonight there would be challengers at the polls to challenge suspicious votes. Now I find out I’m on my own. Never at training was it discussed how to challenge a vote or what to look for as far as suspect voting. Do the republicans have a hotline or any way to receive legal advice while am at the poles? The republican clerk at the board of elections seems...

Decision 2004: American Jews must make our voices heard American Jews, who value Israel's security, have an important stake in this election. Senator John Kerry has been endorsed by Arafat, and hundreds of Muslim leaders, including the Protocol spouting form PM of Malaysia, Mohammed Mahathir. Senator Kerry's vision is increased reliance on the UN and European Union, both of which are anti-Israel. He has made it clear that he would support former President Carter, James Baker, or someone similar to pressure Israel on the Palestinians. President Bush, while imperfect on Israel, has supported the right of Israel to define the...

Every republican should by Fahrenhype 9/11. Then they should have a party watching first MOOREs movie and then the rebuttal. This is the best way to get liberals to see Fahrenhype, because you will tell them that you will watch Fahrenheit 9/11 if they do so. None of them want to admit that they won't listen to both sides of the story. So they will come. (I suggest also copying Stolen Honor onto a cd or dvd to show afterwards). I am doing this at work in California and I have got a lot of people together to watch them...

Does anyone have information about the Akron Bar Association's organization of Poll "Observers" for Ohio polling places on election day? There was a notice posted at the University of Akron law School a few weeks ago saying such effort was underway sponsored by the "non-partisen" AFL-CIO, League of Women Voters and NAACP? Sounds like trouble to me.

Strongsville City Council has joined the Strongsville High School PTA in opposing the possible reinstatement of a national military draft. Annette Kopp, president of the Strongsville High School PTA, in an address to council prior to its vote, said twin bills introduced on January 7, 2003 by U.S. Rep. Charles Rangel of New York and by Sen. Fritz Hollings of South Carolina if necessary, could become law within a very short time period, perhaps as quickly as 24 hours. Both bills - S89 and H.R. 163 - would amend the law to include women, Kopp said. The Selective Service System...

Hey FREEPERS!! Check out these two websites that are registering voters who are in agreement with us politically. One is specifically geared to Ohio; the other is nationwide. This is one way we can help register people to vote all across America while sitting at our 'puter at home. Here are the websites: www.millionvotes.com www.freedomtodecide.com Thanks, no dems