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Ohio Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews to break down the recently passed House budget and what it actually means for Ohioans like you. From property tax reform to increased education funding, school choice, and abortion reporting, this budget proposal is packed with pro-family policy! Here's a quick look at what we cover:

Rep. Sean Patrick Brennan (D-Ohio District 14) says being a voice for Ohio's educators in the statehouse has been one of the greatest honors of his life. The OEA-Retired member taught in Parma City Schools right up until went to the Ohio House after winning election in 2022. Now, as the OEA member-recommended candidate seeks another term in the General Assembly, Rep. Brennan is reminding educators across Ohio that their voices are crucial in this election. He joins us for this episode to share his thoughts about what he has achieved in office so far, and what he still is working to do, including securing financial support for student teachers, among other aims.  LEARN MORE ABOUT WHERE REP. BRENNAN STANDS | Visit brennanforohio.com to learn more about Rep. Sean Patrick Brennan's campaign for re-election and where he stands on the issues. Click here to read why Cleveland.com/The Plain Dealer have endorsed Rep. Brennan for re-election. It reads, in part: "The residents of the Ohio House District 14, which comprises Parma, Parma Heights and parts of Old Brooklyn and Brooklyn Centre in Cleveland, have a treasure in Rep. Sean Patrick Brennan. If they are wise, they will send him back to Columbus for a second term."MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE | Election Day is November 5, 2024. Now is the time to make your plan to vote, whether early in-person at your county board of elections location beginning October 7th, absentee by mail, or in-person on Election Day at your local polling location. Early in-person voting ends November 3. Mailed absentee ballots must be postmarked by November 4. Check your voter registration and find your local polling place at VoteOhio.govSUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | OEA members have been weighing in on the Public Education Matters podcast and on podcasts in general to help shape the future of OEA's podcast. More feedback is always welcome! Please email educationmatters@ohea.org or complete the podcast survey here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Ohio Rep. Sean Patrick Brennan, D-District 14State Representative Sean Patrick Brennan has dedicated his life to public service. He firmly believes that his story informs his calling to public service and proves that the American Dream survives. After his father abandoned his family, his strong mother modeled the importance of family and the satisfaction of a hard day's work, making their trailer a home and utilizing public assistance only as needed. Sadly, his mother later suffered through an abusive relationship. As a result, Rep. Brennan was blessed when his loving grandmother took him in to help tend the family farm and focus on his studies.Brennan went on to attend the University of Dayton where he graduated summa cum laude earning a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies concentrating in Russian and Soviet Studies. While there, he fell in love with Deena Denk from Parma, where they currently reside and raised their two beautiful children. He has also completed graduate-level coursework in history, political science, economics, and pedagogy at several colleges and universities and has a Master's Degree in Secondary School Administration from Cleveland State University. Brennan's scholarly activities involve projects on the subjects of the U.S. Constitution, religious freedom in America, and various other American political and historical topics at George Washington's Mount Vernon, James Madison's Montpelier, Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, the University of Oxford in England, George Washington University in Washington, D.C., the Bill of Rights Institute in Arlington, Virginia, and the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University.Brennan served as an award-winning public school teacher for three decades, as well as a Parma councilman for nearly two decades, including over a decade as the at-large elected President of Council and the Public Housing Board of Ohio's 7th largest city. He is active in civic, professional, and charitable organizations, which include founder and board member of the Andrew Boyko Scholarship Foundation, St. Charles Borromeo Parish lector and adult server, Friends of Parma Libraries life member, founder of the Parma Peanut Butter Drive benefitting All Faiths Pantry, founder and past adviser of the Parma Youth Commission, advisory board member of Big Creek Connects, member of West Creek Conservancy, Parma Historical Society, the City Club of Cleveland, German Central Foundation, National Education Association, Ohio Education Association and Northeast Ohio Education Association.An avid runner and advocate of healthy living, Brennan has completed more than 110 marathons, as well as countless other smaller running events. His love of running led to his creation of the annual Parma Run-Walk for Pierogies, which has raised thousands of dollars for local charities. Among other projects, his charitable work led to the creation of the script Parma sign which was subsequently donated to the City of Parma and adorns Anthony Zielinski Park and raising thousands of dollars to assist residents whose incomes were negatively impacted by the pandemic.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every posi...

Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-District 90) draws on his experience growing up in Appalachia to guide his work in the Ohio House. In his work on the Primary and Secondary Education Committee, he has been proud to be a strong advocate for the needs of Ohio's rural public schools, especially. And, he has continued to stand up for public education and educators across Ohio, and against attacks like Senate Bill 83, despite huge pressure from his colleagues in the General Assembly. OEA members are recommending Rep. Pizzulli for re-election because of his record as a pro-public education, pro-labor leader. As Rep. Pizzulli tells us in this episode, he's focused on the big picture for Ohio. LEARN MORE ABOUT WHERE REP. PIZZULLI STANDS | Visit www.justinforohio.com to learn more about Rep. Pizzulli's campaign for re-election and where he stands on the issues.MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE | Election Day is November 5, 2024. Now is the time to make your plan to vote, whether early in-person at your county board of elections location beginning October 7th, absentee by mail, or in-person on Election Day at your local polling location. Check your voter registration and find your local polling place at VoteOhio.govSUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | OEA members have been weighing in on the Public Education Matters podcast and on podcasts in general to help shape the future of OEA's podcast. More feedback is always welcome! Please email educationmatters@ohea.org or complete the podcast survey here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Ohio Rep. Justin Pizzulli, R-District 90State Representative Justin Pizzulli was recently appointed State Representative for the 90th Ohio House District, which encompasses all of Scioto and Adams Counties, as well as parts of Brown County.  His priorities are protecting the sanctity of life, protecting Ohioans' second amendment rights, and promoting economic growth and prosperity.Outside of his role as State Representative, Rep. Pizzulli works as a realtor in Wheelersburg and as a Class 1 Commercial Freight Conductor in Portsmouth. He also has a packed resume of campaign and management experience. His previous experience and current careers allow him to bring a unique perspective to the table as an elected official and better represent the people of the 90th House District. Rep. Pizzulli lives in Franklin Furnace and in his free time, he is probably enjoying a movie.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on September 5, 2024.

About one in every 100 Ohioans is an OEA member. That is a lot of power to shape the future of public education in our state if we use our united voices at the ballot box to support the best pro-public education, pro-labor candidates on Election Day. Rep. Joe Miller is a former teacher who is steadfast in his support of public education, and the OEA members say he is the best person to represent District 53 in the Ohio House in the next General Assembly. In this episode, Rep. Miller shares his goals for supporting public education in his next term.LEARN MORE ABOUT WHERE REP. MILLER STANDS | Visit www.joemillerforohio.com to learn more about Rep. Miller's campaign for re-election and where he stands on the issues. MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE | Election Day is November 5, 2024. Now is the time to make your plan to vote, whether early in-person at your county board of elections location beginning October 7th, absentee by mail, or in-person on Election Day at your local polling location. Check your voter registration and find your local polling place at VoteOhio.govSUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | OEA members have been weighing in on the Public Education Matters podcast and on podcasts in general to help shape the future of OEA's podcast. More feedback is always welcome! Please email educationmatters@ohea.org or complete the podcast survey here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Ohio Rep. Joe Miller, D-District 53State Representative Joe Miller proudly serves Lorain County, where he grew up and attended Marion L. Steele High School in Amherst. After working his way through Lorain Community College and earning his Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Bowling Green State University, Joe furthered his education with two graduate degrees from Ashland University: a Master of Education and a Master of Arts in American History and Government.Joe's diverse professional background spans both public and private sectors. He has experience as a teacher and coach in, an Associate Director of Planning at a design build firm, and a general manager in a print production office—roles that provided him with deep insights into the challenges facing Ohio businesses.Motivated by the events of September 11th, Joe returned to education, teaching at both high school and college levels. He is also a certified USGTF Professional Golf Instructor, an OHSAA Basketball Official, and an active volunteer in his church and community. Joe lives in Amherst with his wife Kelly, also an educator, their two sons, Joseph and Jordan, and their bulldog, Heisman.As a dedicated advocate for quality education, job creation, renewable energy, and veterans' support, Joe is committed to driving meaningful change. He champions a new, equitable school funding model that involves local stakeholders and meets the needs of 21st-century learners.Throughout his tenure representing the Lorain County in the Ohio House District, Joe pushed for legislation that revitalized the local economy, promoted green energy, honored veterans, and reinstated local control in Lorain City schools. He has been a vocal leader in the fight against the opioid crisis and a staunch defender of women's rights and reproductive care. Joe Miller envisions Ohio as a leader in innovation, job creation, and sustainability—a prime place for working and raising a family.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on August 28, 2024.

This week on The Narrative, Jonathan Butcher of The Heritage Foundation and Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) join CCV President Aaron Baer to discuss the insidious rise of Critical Race Theory and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), especially in higher education institutions. Listen in to learn how DEI disguises an underlying greed for power as a worthy social justice cause. Before the conversation, Aaron, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews cover HB250–a recently passed Ohio bill that does more virtue signaling than resolution of the issue of student cell phone usage at school, and the backlash Harrison Butker is facing for his commencement speech the upheld the high calling we have as believers, the goodness of motherhood, and the necessity of involved fathers. More about Jonathan Butcher Jonathan Butcher is the Will Skillman Senior Research Fellow in Education Policy at The Heritage Foundation. He is the author of Splintered: Critical Race Theory and the Progressive War on Truth. He co-edited and wrote chapters in The Critical Classroom, discussing the racial prejudice that comes from the application of critical race theory in K-12 schools. Jonathan has researched and testified on education policy around the US, appeared on local and national TV outlets, and been a guest on many radio programs. His commentary has also appeared nationally in places such as the Wall Street Journal, Education Week, National Review Online, Newsweek.com, and Forbes.com. More about Rep. Brian Stewart State Representative Brian Stewart is currently serving his second term representing the 12th Ohio House District. Additionally, Rep. Stewart maintains a successful law practice representing businesses and individuals as the owner of The Law Office of Brian Stewart, LLC in Circleville. Rep. Stewart is also an infantry veteran of the Iraq War and earned the Combat Infantryman's Badge in addition to twice receiving the Army Commendation Medal.

STOP Illegal Immigration in Ohio- Legislation has been introduced to address the problem. State Rep. Scott Wiggam of the 77th Ohio House District in Wayne County discusses legislation that he has introduced to address the illegal immigration problem in Ohio.  H.B. 327, E-Verify, will penalize employers who hire illegal immigrants. H.B. 451, The Wire Act, will track American funds being wired out of the State of Ohio. Drug cartels and human traffickers are wiring money out of the state that they acquire by selling drugs and sex trafficking in the state. Rep. Wiggam's bill will finally track this money.  The third piece of legislation is a Texas-style illegal immigration law. Illegal immigration is illegal, in Ohio and we should treat it as such. Ohio as a border state should have the  authority for its law enforcement to arrest and deport illegals from the State of Ohio. Tune in and tell a friend. 

Today on The Narrative, CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews, and Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) discuss the biggest public corruption scandal in Ohio history: the scandal around former House Bill 6. With headlines announcing new indictments everyday, The Narrative unpacks the story. Before the conversation, the men discuss a new gambling survey showing that 1 in 5 Ohioans are at-risk or problem gamblers. With the legalization of sports betting last year, these numbers are likely to only get worse. For more information, listen to "The Truth About Gambling with Les Bernal." More about Rep. Brian Stewart State Representative Brian Stewart is currently serving his second term representing the 12th Ohio House District. Additionally, Rep. Stewart maintains a successful law practice representing businesses and individuals as the owner of The Law Office of Brian Stewart, LLC in Circleville. Rep. Stewart is also an infantry veteran of the Iraq War and earned the Combat Infantryman's Badge in addition to twice receiving the Army Commendation Medal. 

Is the Biden administration really out to ban gas-powered vehicles? The EPA denies that, but the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers argue there's no other way to interpret proposed strict new emissions rules (at 15:22) --- Highlights from the most highly-anticipated candidate forum of this election cycle... between incumbent Jon Cross and young, upstart challenger Ty Mathews in a heated GOP nomination race for the 83rd Ohio House District seat (at 25:20) --- Community and Business Spotlight: Ohio Means Jobs is highlighting the myriad of employment opportunities available at Blanchard Valley Health System (at 34:59) --- Around Town: It's almost time for the annual Findlay Kiwanis Club Pancake Day fundraiser (at 53:39)

Just a quick reminder that there are two important meetings this week: Wednesday, January 24th Westside We The People The Farm, 239 Anderson Ferry Doors open at 5:30pm, Dinner begins at 6pm and the Meeting Begins at 7pm Speakers George Brunemann - Candidate for Ohio House District 29 Kelly Kohls - Education Tami Nolan - Voter Integrity Details at https://cincywestsidewethepeople.com/ Thursday, January 25th Brunemann Friends of Liberty Campaign Kickoff George Brunemann for Ohio House FrameUSA, 225 Northland Blvd Doors open at 6pm, event begins at 6:30pm Learn more at https://FriendsOfLiberty.US See you there! george --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/restore-liberty/message

The race is on for the 83rd Ohio House District... with the first announced Republican candidate for that seat being Army veteran and political newcomer Ty Mathews (at 17:34) --- Community and Business Spotlight: More on the work of the Center for Corporate Engagement at Ohio Northern University... including an upcoming Managers Essentials Certificate course at Rowmark (at 25:22) --- Around Town: With cooler weather on tap for the weekend, it's almost as if Mother Nature herself knew that it's time for the 36th annual Christmas in October craft show (at 43:30)

Gary Fox: Gary who is a candidate for Ohio House District 66 talks with Molly about his past and what led him to decide to run for public office.

Leading up to the election on November 8, 2022, The City Club of Cleveland extended invitations to the candidates running for Ohio Attorney General. Join us for a VIRTUAL City Club forum to hear from Democratic candidate, Representative Jeff Crossman. His opponent, the incumbent Attorney General Republican Dave Yost, declined our invitation.rnrnRepresentative Jeff Crossman began his first term serving the Ohio House of Representatives in January 2019. He is currently serving his second term and represents the 15th Ohio House District comprised primarily of Parma, Brooklyn Heights, Cuyahoga Heights, and part of southwest Cleveland.rnrnJeff was born in the small town of Wickliffe, Ohio, and earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Mount Union and a Master's Degree from the University of Akron. He is a practicing attorney, with over 20 years of experience practicing in the private sector, and earned his law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Before joining the Ohio House, Jeff served as a Parma City Councilman for five years.

The VP of the Hilliard City Council discusses his campaign and the main issues that he believes are at the heart of Ohio's struggles

Educators on the Ballot - Season 3, Episode 6Decisions made in Columbus have an enormous impact on what happens in our classrooms every day. That's why it's so important to elect state leaders who understand the issues facing our public schools. On this episode, we hear from three educators-turned-OEA-member-recommended-candidates who fully understand those issues about how their classroom experience will guide their work in the next General Assembly.MORE | OEA Members can learn more about the OEA Member-recommended candidates on the ballot in their community by visiting Ohioballot.com. You can also learn more about the OEA Fund and its screening and endorsement process here. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to subscribe on Google podcasts so you don't miss a thing. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here. Featured Education Matters guests:  Sophia Rodriguez, D-Ohio House District 84 candidate Sophia Rodriguez for State Representative (electsophia.com) Sophia Rodriguez is a high school Spanish teacher in Coldwater School and co-manager of her family restaurant of 41 years in Celina. She has served on the Mercer County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Ohio Education Association Board of Directors, National Education Association Board of Directors, President of the Western Ohio Education Association, President of the Coldwater Teachers' Organization, Chair of the Ohio Education Association Hispanic Caucus, President of Celina City Council, and as an educational adjunct at the Wright State University Lake Campus.  Sean Brennan, D-Ohio House District 14 candidate https://brennanforohio.com/ Sean Brennan has been a middle and high school teacher in Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools for nearly three decades. He has served on Parma City Council since 2004, first as Ward 2 Councilman, then as President, beginning in 2011. Brennan's other leadership roles include serving as the Parma Public Housing Authority Board President (2011-present), City of Parma Scholarship Foundation Founder and Board Member, Parma Charitable Fund Founder and Board Member, and Big Creek Connects Advisory Board Member. Brennan, who is member of the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Education Association as well as an honorary member of the Parma Education Association, was an Ohio Teacher of the Year nominee, a Northeast Ohio Education Association (NEOEA) Positive Image Award winner, and was named the 2022 Cleveland American Middle Eastern Organization (C.A.M.E.O.) Teacher of the Year. Brennan has finished 110 marathons and multiple other races, including the Cleveland, Boston, Chicago, and New York Marathons. Rep. Joe Miller, D-Ohio House District 53 candidate Currently represents Ohio House District 56 https://www.joemillerforohio.com/ State Representative Joe Miller is a proud resident of Lorain County. Before entering the General Assembly, Joe Miller worked in both the public and private sectors. After a short time teaching and coaching in Texas, he returned to Ohio and joined a design build firm and became an Associate Director of Planning. It was this and time spent as a general manager in a print production office that gave him valuable insight into the challenges that face businesses here in Ohio.September 11th inspired Joe to return to the classroom where he has taught courses at both the high school and college level. In addition to being an active USGTF Professional Golf Instructor and OHSAA Basketball Official, he enjoys volunteering in his community and church. Joe and his wife Kelly, who is a fellow educator, currently reside in Amherst with their two sons, Joseph and Jordan and bulldog, Heisman. Joe Miller is a passionate advocate for quality education, jobs for hardworking Ohioans, opportunities for green energy expansion, and assistance to our veterans. Connect with OEA: Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Education Matters topics Like OEA on Facebook Follow OEA on Twitter Follow OEA on Instagram Get the latest news and statements from OEA here Learn more about where OEA stands on the issues  Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative Watch About us: The Ohio Education Association represents about 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools. Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May, 2020, after a ten-year career as a television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on September 29, October 4, and October 7, 2022.

Rick Santorum and Melanie Miller on This Week's News in Focus Rick Santorum is former U.S. Senator for the State of Pennsylvania. He served 12 years from 1995- to 2007. Rick was a Presidential candidate in 2012.  He is a sought-after political advisor and is currently Senior Political Contributor at Newsmax TV and Senior Advisor at the Convention of States. On today's program, we discuss the U.S. Senate filibuster and how that rule is helping save the Republic. We also discuss the national cultural turmoil that is wreaking havoc in our nation. Rick also gives his analysis of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.  Melanie Miller, former Miss Ohio, and Director of the Ashland Pregnancy Care Center has announced her candidacy for the 67th Ohio House District, which comprises all of Ashland County and the western side of Medina County. Melanie shares why she is running for public office. Tune in and tell a friend. 

This month the RePod is joined by Adam Holmes, State Representative of Ohio House District 97. We talk a little bit about the past and future of Ohio public libraries, books he keeps in mind while serving our district, and Shakespeare. You can contact Representative Holmes at rep97@ohiohouse.gov or by calling (614) 644-6014. For more information about MCLS, please visit us at muskingumlibrary.org If you'd like to submit your own Reread, Rewrite, Recommend books, or if you have any library questions for our guest hosts, please email Sarah at podcast@muskingumlibrary.org Books mentioned in this episode: Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do - Michael J. Sandel Democracy in America - Alexis de Tocqueville Witchshadow (Witchlands 4) - Susan Dennard Ender's Game - Orson Scott Card Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake - Alexis Hall Great Expectations - Charles Dickens Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom - David W. Blight Dead Wake: the Last Crossing of the Lusitania - Erik Larson

In our final episode of the season, we interviewed the incredibly inspiring State Representative Erica Crawley. Representative Crawley is currently serving Ohio House District 26 and is actively seeking the appointment to the Franklin County Board of Commissioners. This appointment will be announced next week on June 24th, 2021 at 6pm ET. Representative Crawley would become the first Black woman ever to serve in such a position in Franklin County and she has our full support for this critically important position. We encourage you to learn more about her in this episode. While serving in the minority in a Republican-controlled legislature, Rep Crawley has been successful in getting several pieces of bipartisan legislation signed into law by the Governor. She is the highest-ranking Democrat member on the House finance committee, currently negotiating a state operating biennium budget of more than $74 billion. She recently brought over $2.3 million back to the 26th District and several million to Franklin County more broadly. These resources were for programs such as Franklin County's Step Up To Quality (childcare) and partnerships with organizations that work on issues surrounding affordable housing, serving the unhoused and differently-abled, after school programs, and maternal and infant health, to name a few. Learn more about Representative Crawley's work on her website. Learn more about Representative Crawley's personal story in the Columbus Dispatch. Follow Representative Crawley on IG @Erica_Crawley on Twitter @EricaCCrawley and Facebook @RepEricaCrawley and @EricaCrawley.52 To advocate for Rep. Crawley's appointment please send letters and emails to Franklin County Democratic Central Committee Members. You can find their contact information here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/columbus-cant-wait/message

Featured guest: State Rep. Gayle Manning (R-North Ridgeville) State Representative Gayle Manning is currently serving her second term in the Ohio House of Representatives, after serving two four-year terms in the Ohio Senate where she was elected to the Leadership Team as Majority Whip. She represents the 55th Ohio House District, which encompasses a portion of Lorain County.Prior to her time in the House and Senate, Manning spent 37 years as an elementary school teacher. Representative Manning served as a member of the North Ridgeville Planning Commission and on the North Ridgeville City Council from 2006-2007, where she was appointed Finance Chairwoman and Council President Pro Tempore.During her time in state government, Manning has had the opportunity to utilize her extensive experience as an educator, as well as her understanding of local governments and small businesses, to champion and support numerous bills and initiatives. In the Senate, she served as Vice Chair of the Finance Committee, responsible for vetting the operating budget, which allocates funding for the state, including for schools and various projects in communities across Ohio.Manning earned numerous awards and citations for her work as an elementary school teacher in the North Olmsted City School system, including being named Educator of the Year by the North Olmsted PTA Council and the Teacher in American Enterprise Award from the Ohio Council on Economic Education.  Click here to learn more about the bills Rep. Manning is currently sponsoring or cosponsoring In this episode:"The job as a teacher is much more difficult, but so much more rewarding, and I valued every day in the classroom." 1:30 - Manning's path to the state legislature 3:00 - How the experience in the classroom has shaped her experience in the legislature and the art of the "sandwich effect"' 6:00 - Serving as the chair of the House Primary and Secondary Education Committee 8:00 - Accepting input and working to add amendments 9:15 - "To me, it's not about politics, it's not what's best for Republicans or Democrats, best for someone to get reelected. Those things shouldn't play a role. What should play a role is, will this help our students in our classrooms?" 10:25 - Compromising on the third grade guarantee 13:00 - Getting House Bill 67 passed, providing needed flexibility on spring standardized tests 17:00 - Striving for report card reform  18:45 - Working to address the state takeover law "Being a third grade teacher, I always got my way in the classroom... but all of the sudden you have to compromise, and compromise is not a bad word."Connect with us: Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Education Matters topics Like OEA on Facebook Follow OEA on Twitter Follow OEA on Instagram Get the latest news and statements from OEA here Learn more about where OEA stands on the issues  Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative Watch About us: The Ohio Education Association represents more than 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools. Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May, 2020, after a ten-year career as a television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students.  This episode was recorded in late March, 2021.

The capital appropriations budget includes $186.5 million for community projects, a number of which will benefit Stark County municipalities and organizations in the 49th Ohio House District.

Candidate Spotlight Sarah Fowler- Ohio's 99th House District On this week's News in Focus, we continue our candidate spotlight with current State School Board member Sarah Fowler Arthur, as she is the Republican candidate running for Ohio House District 99 which encompasses Ashtabula County and parts of Geauga County. Sarah shares with our listeners her positions on the issues and why she is running for the Ohio Statehouse.  Part 2 Candidate Spotlight with Laverne Gore, Candidate for Congress in Ohio's 11th District. Laverne explains her positions on community needs, education, tackling illiteracy, and supporting vocational programs. Laverne is running as the Republican candidate in Ohio's 11th Congressional District which covers parts of Cuyahoga and Summit Counties  

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GrassRoot Ohio host Carolyn Harding with Charlotte Owens, Alaina Swope and Katie O'Neil, SE Ohio progressive women candidates Running to WIN. Charlotte Owens is the Democrat running for Ohio House District 78, which includes all or part of 6 counties extending from Circleville to South Zanesville. In order to serve the people, and not big money, she's pushing for an end to the corruption under Republican leadership at the state level. She supports and will work for workers, families and small businesses to survive the pandemic. She stands for affordable access to healthcare, supporting and improving public education, and bridging the digital divide. www.owensforoh78.com Katie O'Neil is grateful to be the democratic candidate for Ohio House District 94 on the centennial year of the 19th Amendment to our United States constitution. She has a bachelor of history and the environment, master of energy regulation and law, and juris doctor of law. She is dedicated to a plan that creates 100% renewable energy, economic sustainability, restorative justice and a clean and healthy environment. She was raised in a public service family in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and believes that you help those in need, care for those who are sick, and work for the greater good with integrity. “My family always believed that once I moved to Athens, Ohio I would stay for a lifetime and they were right.” www.ohiohouseoneill.com Alaina Swope is a working-class progressive running for State Representative in OH-97. She is a published researcher, organizer, and educator and she's running to give this seat back to the people of Muskingum & Guernsey counties. For decades, her district has been represented by men who are completely out of touch with the people and it shows. The 97th is facing an affordable housing crisis, they haven't seen any economic growth in decades, and a third of the people are living in poverty. When elected, Alaina will fight for higher wages, affordable housing for all, and campaign finance reform. www.Swope2020.com. GrassRoot Ohio w/ Carolyn Harding - Conversations with every-day people, working on important issues here in Columbus and all around Ohio! There's a time to listen and learn, a time to organize and strategize, And a time to Stand Up/ Fight Back! Every Friday 5:00pm, EST on 94.1FM & streaming worldwide @ WGRN.org We now air on Sundays at 4:00pm EST, at 107.1 FM, Wheeling/Moundsville WV on WEJP-LP FM. Contact Us if you would like GrassRoot Ohio on your local station. Check us out and Like us on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/GrassRootOhio/ Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grassroot_ohio/ If you miss the Friday broadcast, you can find it here: All shows/podcasts archived at SoundCloud! https://soundcloud.com/user-42674753 GrassRoot Ohio is now on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grassroot-ohio/id1522559085 This GrassRoot Ohio interview can also be found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/cinublue/featured?view_as=subscriber Intro and Exit music for GrassRoot Ohio is "Resilient" by Rising Appalachia: https://youtu.be/tx17RvPMaQ8

On this installment of the Prognosis Ohio 2020 candidate series, Dan talks with Dr. Rachael Morocco, a pediatrician, health care advocate, and parent running for the Ohio House in the 67th District, which covers much of western Delaware County. Show notes at wcbe.org and prognosisohio.com.

Donna Beheydt, candidate for the Ohio House District 69, sat down with me to discuss some of the issues that many Ohioans face with pharmacy and discuss some solutions she sees to them. This podcast was recorded back in April, but is still super relevant to what we are seeing in the field of pharmacy. Donna clearly has a passion for helping fix access to pharmacy and medications in her district and in Ohio, while knowing just how much of Ohio is medically underserved, and only being made worse by PBMs and pharmacists not being properly utilized as providers.

Juanita Brent State Representative Ohio House District 12 spoke to Bill about her signing a resolution that would designate racism as a public health crisis, echoing similar calls in Cleveland

Dr. Liston leads a team that improves people's lives through innovation in research, education and patient care.

An episode released during the week in which the U.S. honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. This interview with Rep. Galonski addresses infant mortality, Governor DeWine's new home visitation commission, the intersections of labor and health care, and the potential for bipartisan cooperation in health care during the new General Assembly.

The two candidates in one of the state’s most competitive Ohio House seats, which includes Upper Arlington, part of Hilliard and Clintonville, and a western swath of Franklin County, come together to debate education, health care, taxes and other state policies. Russo has spent nearly two decades advising decision makers on heath care policy, most recently as policy research director for a health policy consulting firm. Yassenoff is CFO of his family's commercial real estate business and spent seven years as a policy adviser for the Kasich administration and eight years on Upper Arlington City Council. The seat is currently held by Rep. Jim Hughes, R-Upper Arlington, who is running for judge.

The two candidates in one of the state’s most competitive Ohio House seats, which includes Dublin and Worthington, come together to debate education, health care, taxes and other state policies. Liston, a Democrat, is a doctor of internal medicine and pediatrics and a medical instructor. Harris, a Republican, is an attorney and veteran member of the Dublin Board of Education. The seat is currently held by Rep. Mike Duffey, R-Worthington, who is term limited.

Sophy and Kelly talk to three Democratic candidates in Ohio: Lorraine Wilburn for Ohio House District 48; Rachel Crooks for House District 88; and Lauren Friedman for State Senate District 29, about the issues facing Ohio voters, including healthcare and the opioid crisis, education, state and local budgets, and roads and infrastructure. They also discuss candidate training and networking and the underestimation of women and first-time candidates. Lorraine Wilburn segment: 0:31 - 20:10 Rachel Crooks segment: 21:01 - 38:57 Lauren Friedman segment: 40:05 - 1:04:28

Sophy and Kelly talk to three Democratic candidates in Ohio: Lorraine Wilburn for Ohio House District 48; Rachel Crooks for House District 88; and Lauren Friedman for State Senate District 29, about the issues facing Ohio voters, including healthcare and the opioid crisis, education, state and local budgets, and roads and infrastructure. They also discuss candidate training and networking and the underestimation of women and first-time candidates. Lorraine Wilburn segment: 0:31 - 20:10 Rachel Crooks segment: 21:01 - 38:57 Lauren Friedman segment: 40:05 - 1:04:28

In this episode, Kelly speaks with first-time political candidates: Sharon Fairley, who is running for Illinois Attorney General (1:19); Jolene Loetscher, who is running for Mayor of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (16:10); Erin Zwiener, who is running for Texas House District 45 (29:40); Lorraine Wilburn, who is running for Ohio House District 48, with Lauren Friedman, who is running for Ohio Senate District 29 (48:00); Ann Gillespie, who is running for Illinois Senate District 27 (1:06:23); and Sarah Kader, who is running for City Council in Tempe, Arizona (1:18:19).

In this episode, Kelly speaks with first-time political candidates: Sharon Fairley, who is running for Illinois Attorney General (1:19); Jolene Loetscher, who is running for Mayor of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (16:10); Erin Zwiener, who is running for Texas House District 45 (29:40); Lorraine Wilburn, who is running for Ohio House District 48, with Lauren Friedman, who is running for Ohio Senate District 29 (48:00); Ann Gillespie, who is running for Illinois Senate District 27 (1:06:23); and Sarah Kader, who is running for City Council in Tempe, Arizona (1:18:19).

This week’s Ohio Democratic Podcast features Oak Harbor Mayor Joe Helle, who discusses his viral video moment on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court and his campaign for Ohio House District 89.

Greg interviews Jay Edwards, the State Representative for Ohio House District 94. Representative Edwards recently introduced a bill, known as House Bill 167 or Daniel’s Law, that aims to cut back on the over prescribing of opioids by limiting the amount physicians can prescribe. Listen to the podcast to discover how this bill is increasing opioid use education for health professionals and opening up online help services for those suffering from substance abuse disorders.

Bards Logic welcomes State Representative candidate Matthew Wahlert. America does not need more career politicians. America does need Citizen Statesmen. People who come from our communities and step forward to serve our Nation and Represent the People. Matthew Wahlert will bring accountability to the 32nd Ohio House District. He believes in good government and in the calling to serve others, improve people's lives, and help the citizens of his community. Currently, Matthew is in his 16th year teaching Advanced Placement U.S. Politics and Advanced Placement U.S. History at a local high school. He is in his fourth year as a Visiting Professor of Political Science at a nearby university where he teaches coursework in American National Security and World Politics. See where he stands on the issues at his website: http://www.electwahlert.com/ Bards Logic is the Grassroots, We the People Show.