State politicsLatest Post: Started By: Latest Topics cedounulli What do union members make? Posts: 2757 - In this forum we'll disclose how much money state employees who oppose SB5 and other union reforms earn. Relax, it's all public information. oneill Is Governor-elect Kasich's plan to "privatize" the Ohio Department of Development and other state agencies beginning to worry the more moderate/pragmatic Republicans who might suffer later if Kasich overdoes his "limited" government approach? Posts: 159 - Even at this early stage, we see signs that the extremist agenda pushed by local Tea Party folks might not work in real life ... rikrab Should Ohio legalize and tax marijuana? Posts: 181 - As suggested in the March 12, 2011 letter to the editor “Leave the unions alone, just raise taxes”. BeRight SB2 Posts: 663 - YOu will able to vote yes on SB2 as early as next Tuesday. BeRight Chamber Viewpoint: Some important things to remember about State Issue 2 Posts: 416 - Business leaders know Ohio's future depends upon a vibrant econom. oneill While I certainly congratulate Representative-elect Andy Thompson on his victory, I can't wait to see if he's as accessable as his predecessor Jennifer Garrison ... Posts: 114 - Will Thompson actually create "thousands" of full-time jobs here in the Mid-Ohio Valley, or will he simply vanish into the Columbus Statehouse swamp, only to emerge again when he wants to... oneill Is Andy Thompson really qualified to serve the citizens of southeastern Ohio, given his close ties to extremist groups and individuals? Posts: 166 - While Linda Secrest has been a dedicated public servant, her opponent, Andy Thompson has been, for over a year, closely allied with various extremist groups like the T.E.A. Goodoleme Kasich won't live in Govenors mansion Posts: 36 - Just heard Kasish will be living in is home in westerville instead of the governors mansiom. Goodoleme kasich gives staff hefty pay raises Posts: 33 - more kasich's wasteful spending Under Ted Strickland, the Communications Director (Keith Dailey) has a salary of $89,003. Under Kasich, the same position (Scott Milburn) will make $120,000. WORKINGSTIFF Why should i support Andy Thompson over Linda Secrest? Posts: 273 - I have my reasons. What are yours? oneill Should Ohio G.O.P. candidates like Andy Thompson, John Kasich, or Rob Portman return U.S. Chamber of Commerce or American Crossroads GPS campaign money if it is shown that it comes in part from foreign entities like the State Bank of India ? Posts: 38 - Think Progress has in the past few days blown the whistle on groups like the U.S. oneill oneill Some right-of-center politicos have expressed the view that state experiencing financial difficulties should be "allowed" to declare bankruptcy. Is this a good idea, or just a ploy to destroy state workers' unions? Posts: 187 - The idea behind this notion - touted by politically-ambitious uber-righties like Paul Ryan (R-Wis.), Michelle Bachman (R-Minn. oneill While we certainly congratulate all the winners in the recent mid-term elections, will the victorious Republicans keep their promises to create jobs, provide tax relief to middle-class Americans and curb deficit spending? Posts: 25 - ... Or will they simply gloat, brag, and perform endless victory laps while pushing for permanent tax cuts for the top tier corporate contributors who funded their successful campaigns? ... |