Τα καλύτερα Politics And Issues podcast (2024)

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Severe summer weather and how to stay safe 26:45

2+ y ago26:45

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Ohioans often get to benefit from blue skies and sunny days that come with Midwestern summers, but while many people turn their focus on fun in the sun, severe weather in Ohio comes in multiple forms across the Buckeye State. During Memorial Day weekend 2019 encountered 21 tornadoes across western and central Ohio, and already in 2022, a one-week s…

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Pride Month - Does equality exist in the Buckeye State 23:03

2+ y ago23:03

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June is Pride Month, and often those who honor it celebrate with festivals, parades and more. It’s seen as a visible way for the LGBTQ community and allies to celebrate who they are. Guest host Mike Kallmeyer spoke with state Sen. Nickie Antonio, D-Lakewood, the first openly gay state representative in Ohio; Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuff…

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Ensuring a response to 911 - Addressing the paramedic shortage 20:35

2+ y ago20:35

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When someone picks up the phone to call 9-1-1, the expectation is first responders will shortly dispatch and be on their way to help during the crisis. During the COVID-19 pandemic, however, staffing at departments across the state saw emergency medical professionals leaving the career or taking jobs elsewhere for a variety of reasons. Guest host M…

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So you want to be a rock 'n roll star? 19:26

2+ y ago19:26

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The roar of the crowd, the shining lights and the boom of the drum accompanied by a guitar, the life of a rock star is something many dream about as kids, but only the talented and frankly the lucky get to live out the dream. While many think the first step on the road to rock ‘n roll fame is a move to Los Angeles, New York or another metropolis, i…

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What to expect from the Jan. 6 Committee hearings 35:54

2+ y ago35:54

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The select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol will begin a series of public hearings June 9 to outline its findings. In the 17 months since supporters of former President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol to stop the certification of the 2020 election, the committee has interviewed more than 1,000 people and…

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A congressional legacy - The Latta family's call to service 30:52

2+ y ago30:52

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Taking over the family business or following in a parent’s footsteps professionally is something millions of Americans do. But what about when the family business is the United States Congress? Republican Rep. Bob Latta, OH-5, has been in office since 2007. Long before that, his father, the late Delbert Latta, represented the same northwest Ohio di…

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Athlete suicide awareness 22:01

2+ y ago22:01

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Matt Triplet has coached high school sports for more than 20 years, but in 2018, a phone call made him aware of a potentially suicidal athlete, an issue that has been growing in recent years. As the conversation happened, he began feeling he was unequipped to handle the situation fully. He then set up a seminar for lacrosse coaches in central Ohio.…

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What overturning Roe v. Wade could mean for medical liberty 36:49

2+ y ago36:49

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Abortion rights are a polarizing and complicated issue. Protests and counterprotests since the leaked draft opinion of the U.S. Supreme Court shows how invested many Americans are in the topic. But the leak, and possibility of the court reverse one of its own precedents, raises the question: How much power should government have in decisions Americ…

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What's the primary election say about the Ohio Republican Party? 34:25

2+ y ago34:25

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The Republican Senate primary in Ohio saw the most money ever spent on a race for an open Senate seat in the Buckeye State, and a cutthroat race for the attention and approval of former President Donald Trump — a stark difference from the campaigns of George Voinovich and Rob Portman. However, Gov. Mike DeWine was the victor in the gubernatorial pr…

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HB 616 - Proper sex education or prejudice of others? 20:56

2+ y ago20:56

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The concept of the birds and the bees was a simplified symbolic way to explain sex to youth, but sexuality of today is a more diverse and complicated topic. With more knowledge of the diversity of sexuality comes more questions, like when is the proper age to discuss what topics, and how involved should educators be in the discussions. Bills in var…

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The state of the auto industry 23:49

2+ y ago23:49

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For more than a year, the shortage of semiconductors, or chips, has frustrated both auto manufacturers and potential buyers. Despite the issue being a money grab for many used car sellers, many want it resolved quickly. Guest host Mike Kallmeyer speaks with Rep. Jason Stephens, R-Kitts Hill; Dan "Boots" Longenette, owner of Auto Smarts Media and th…

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Judy Hodge - Recovery from cancer and COVID 27:11

2+ y ago27:11

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Judy Hodge has spent a great amount of her life trying to help others. For decades, Hodge worked as a music teacher and also volunteered her time with things like knitting hats for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. But Hodge became the one who needed cared for when her health took a turn for the worse. Guest host Mindy Drayer speaks with Hod…

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Ohio tourism — Recovery from the pandemic 30:28

2+ y ago30:28

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Amusement parks, Lake Erie, professional sports and state parks are just some of the options that make up Ohio’s multi-billion dollar tourism industry. In 2019, Ohio saw a record year in tourism with $48 billion spent in Ohio before COVID-19 struck. Though with outdoor attractions like Hocking Hills, Amish country and others helping Ohio tourism st…

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Intel's impact on the Ohio landscape 22:49

2+ y ago22:49

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According to SemiConductors.org, computer chip manufacturing in the United States declined from 37% in 1990 to just 12%. That trend looks to change with the announcement of new Intel production facilities in Licking County, Ohio. Guest host Mike Kallmeyer speaks with Rep. Troy Balderson, OH-12; Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and Johnstown May…

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Economic recovery from COVID — Two years after shutdown 22:58

2+ y ago22:58

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State and federal restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic forced many Ohioans out of work, causing skyrocketing unemployment claims. Businesses also had to make the tough decision to close or find alternative ways to operate. Guest host Mike Kallemeyer speaks with Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, JobsOhio CEO J.P. Nauseef and Ohio Chamber of Comm…

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Daylight Saving Time — What's the point? 15:42

2+ y ago15:42

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“Springing forward” and “falling back” are common phrases people use to remember to set their clocks forward or back an hour for the beginning and end of Daylight Saving Time. But why does Daylight Saving Time exist when not all 50 U.S. states observe the time change? Farmers often get the blame, but is it warranted? Guest host and Spectrum News 1 …

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Should we start worrying about the bomb? 39:40

2+ y ago39:40

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Concerns of nuclear fallout span decades, especially for those who lived through the peak of the Cold War. As Russia continues its attack on Ukraine, those concerns are growing. Curtis Jackson spoke with Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Arms Control Association, to discuss the ramifications of nuclear war, arms control agreements and answer…

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The rise in carjacking crimes 20:30

2+ y ago20:30

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Carjacking cases are on the rise, and are among a notable increase among violent crimes during the pandemic. In some cases, police are arresting teens and children for the crimes. The John Jay Center for Criminal Justice reported the disturbing trend includes underage suspects who are carjacking drivers with the goal of committing another crime mom…

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The bond between Ukraine and Ohio 35:10

2+ y ago35:10

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Russia continues to attack Ukraine in the air, sea and on the ground. While the world watches, Ohioans with Ukrainian ties — including a large population in northeast Ohio — have special interest in preserving Ukraine as a nation and a culture in the U.S. Curtis Jackson spoke with Andy Fedynsky, Director of the Ukrainian Museum-Archives in the Trem…

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The Russia and Ukraine crisis 29:26

3y ago29:26

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Thousands of Ohioans trace their roots to Ukraine, especially a large population in northeast Ohio, and many of the largest supporting voices for Ukraine in Washington, D.C. represent Ohio in Congress. Curtis Jackson speaks with Steven Miner, a history professor at Ohio University, to take an in-depth and intimate look into Russia and its often tum…

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Banning books and the effects on education 25:18

3y ago25:18

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To many, book banning and burnings probably seem like an issue found in small towns in movies like Footloose, but since the publishing of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn in the 1880s, the banning of books has been a part of our society. Challenged classics, like To Kill a Mockingbird and Of Mice and Men, to modern stories continue to face backla…

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Pet adoption and overpopulation 29:32

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State legislation requires all 88 counties to maintain a dog shelter, but in some instances, that is where the mandatory care for animals stops. Some people are hopeful, however, as individual municipalities are creating more animal care requirements and humane societies work for pet population control and humane treatment. Guest host Mindy Drayer …

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Redrawing legislative maps, again 18:43

3y ago18:43

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Ohio voters continue to receive partisan and gerrymandered maps as a result of the process currently in place that puts state politicians in charge of the redistricting process. The first group of maps already were struck down by the Ohio Supreme Court and the second set are receiving objections. Curtis Jackson speaks with multiple law and politics…

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The evolution of 'Late Night' from Johnny Carson 32:09

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Johnny Carson is considered by many as the golden standard for what late night talk shows should be. Carson’s balance of comedy and politics and his style of hosting a top-rated late night comedy show is seen as very different from today's late-night stars, including Fallon, Kimmel and Colbert. Curtis Jackson speaks with Brian Calfano, Spectrum New…

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Attracting IT talent to Ohio 24:13

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Ohio is being considered for the site of a large new semiconductor factory outside Columbus and is already home to Amazon fulfillment centers and dozens of tech-based startups and organizations. Guest host Mike Kallmeyer speaks with Rep. Mark Fraizer (R-Newark), and other guests, to discuss technical talent attraction in Ohio and the climate that's…

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Stressful times and how to deal with it 24:07

3y ago24:07

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COVID-19, politics, employment and more have caused one of the most stressful times many people have experienced during the past two years. On this episode, guest host Mindy Drayer speaks with Ann Hurst, a licensed counselor in Columbus, to discuss stress and how to manage it amid an uninterrupted flow of COVID-19 variants, a new year and the winte…

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First anniversary of Jan. 6 insurrection 28:16

3y ago28:16

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“Remember, remember the 5th of November — the gunpowder, treason and plot.” The British nursery rhyme recalls the foiled plot to destroy the House of Lords and assassinate King James I. Nov. 5 is celebrated by the British as the day the plot against the government and king failed. On the first anniversary of the U.S. Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6,…

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Gov. Mike DeWine reviews 2021 and looks ahead 17:50

3y ago17:50

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Ohioans have seen a turbulent year in politics in 2021, involving the COVID-19 pandemic, gerrymandered redistricting and more. Curtis Jackson visits with Gov. Mike DeWine to discuss a multitude of items that were in the news in 2021, and a look ahead to 2022. Jackson and DeWine discuss COVID-19, redistricting, the state of modern era politics DeWin…

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Adverse childhood experiences and trauma 25:07

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Adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are traumatic experiences that can be divided into categories of abuse, neglect and household challenges. A study found a connection between exposure to ACEs and multiple risk factors in the leading causes of death in adults. Curtis Jackson sits down with Spectrum News 1 political analyst and University of Ci…

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Ohio Supreme Court — Redistricting Challenges 17:36

3y ago17:36

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The Ohio Supreme Court heard oral arguments on three challenges to the redistricting and gerrymandering of Ohio's legislative districts that would ensure the GOP keeps a veto-proof supermajority at the Statehouse. Curtis Jackson speaks in-depth with Steven Steinglass, professor emeritus from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law at Cleveland State Univ…

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U.S. Supreme Court — Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization 24:01

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Legislation has been making waves as multiple states look to make localized decisions on items already decided federally, like abortion. Curtis Jackson visits with Spectrum News Ohio political analyst Rory Riley-Topping to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. They discuss the ram…

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Is inflation as concerning as we think? 21:49

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Concerns about inflation, and the power of the mighty dollar, have been concerns for citizens and politicians alike. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about inflation continue to grow. Curtis Jackson goes in-depth about inflation with Michael Goldberg, Association Professor of Design and Innovation at Case Western Reserve Unive…

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Senate candidate Jane Timken 23:05

3y ago23:05

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Since Sen. Rob Portman’s announcement that he will not seek reelection for his seat in the U.S. Senate, a crowded race in the Republican primary to replace him has formed, with all but one candidate publicly desiring the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. Curtis Jackson sits down for an in-depth interview with U.S. Senate candidate Jane …

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Jim Jordan's new book gives insight into political rising 29:19

3y ago29:19

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Rep. Jim Jordan, OH-4, is releasing a new book called Do What You Said You Would Do: Fighting for Freedom in the Swamp. In the book, Jordan details how he rose to prominence on former President Donald Trump's radar and how the congressman pursued television news bookings with the understanding that anyone discussing matters relatable to the former …

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Is a 'Red Wave' rising in Ohio politics? 25:47

3y ago25:47

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Red wave rising? Ohio’s election on Nov. 4 turned out mostly as expected, with Mike Carey (R) winning a Congressional seat in OH-15 and Shontel Brown (D) winning in OH-11. However, across the country Republicans made a push that makes it appear likely the GOP could take back Congressional majority in 2022. In this episode, Curtis Jackson speaks wit…

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Ohio Elections — Looking ahead to the 2022 Senate race 25:43

3y ago25:43

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Election Day 2021 is still fresh on the minds of Ohio voters, but the campaign trail for 2022 is already in full swing, especially the attempts to win a seat in the U.S. Senate after Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, announced he would not seek another term. Curtis Jackson talks with Spectrum News 1 political reporter Taylor Popielarz to discuss the upcomi…

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The Ohio Constitution and its role in our lives 25:10

3y ago25:10

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Professor Steven Steinglass has participated on a commission in the modernization of the Ohio Constitution to review it and make recommendations to bring it current with modern times. He served as senior policy advisor, providing advice and guidance on working through the process. In 2017, the Ohio General Assembly ended the work of the commission,…

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From the lake to the river — Climate change in Ohio 19:36

3y ago19:36

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Spectrum News 1 has been focusing on the impact of climate change in advance of the United Nations meeting on the topic in Glasgow, Scotland at the end of October. Spectrum News 1 anchor Curtis Jackson discusses climate change with Bryan Mark, Director of the State Climate Office of Ohio, about how climate change is impacting the Buckeye State.…

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Criminal justice reform — Closure for victims and rehabilitation 25:04

3y ago25:04

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Mike Kallmeyer guest hosts this episode of Dear Ohio, introducing Dear Ohio listeners to Spectrum News 1's flagship public affairs program, In Focus. He delves deep into criminal justice reform. Gov. Mike DeWine signed several bills last year, which took effect this year and serve as a patchwork for reforming Ohio's criminal justice system. Kallmey…

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Dear Ohio: Ohio sports betting concerns — Schlichter and Rose and gambling woes 17:26

3y ago17:26

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Sports betting legislation is being considered at the Ohio Statehouse. In this episode, Curtis Jackson discusses the matter with James Kahler, Executive Director of the Center for Sports Administration at Ohio University. They discuss the progress of sports betting legislation, how it will impact Ohio's sports venues and teams, and previous cases o…

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Redistricting legislative maps — Side rooms and late decisions 18:57

3y ago18:57

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The redistricting process of Ohio’s legislative maps has been a point of contention and drama for the state’s lawmakers and policy watchdogs. In some instances, members of the same party find themselves disagreeing on the quality of maps approved by legislators at the midnight hour. In this episode, Curtis Jackson discusses the process and its impl…

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Senate candidate J.D. Vance 13:48

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Venture capitalist J.D. Vance, who is also the author of the best-selling book ‘Hillbilly Elegy,’ is part of a crowded Republican field in the race to succeed Sen. Rob Portman. Curtis Jackson talks with Vance about why he is running and his stance on various issues.Από τον Spectrum News 1

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Critical Race Theory — Fantasies vs. Facts 22:32

3y ago22:32

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In the last episode of Dear Ohio, Gerald Torres, Yale School of Law professor and one of the founders of Critical Race Theory, explained what it is and what it is not. In this episode, Curtis Jackson talks to opponents of Critical Race Theory in Ohio to find out why they think CRT is a threat to public education and compares their responses to what…

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From a founder — What Critical Race Theory means 19:09

3y ago19:09

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Local school board meetings have been besieged by parents and others who claim children are being exposed to Critical Race Theory concepts in the classroom. In this episode, Curtis Jackson takes a look at how conservative political candidates in Ohio and elsewhere are hosting town halls on the subject and lawmakers are introducing bills aimed at CR…

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From Afghanistan to Ohio 14:23

3y ago14:23

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Saving our Afghan allies is an arduous process. It takes years of vetting for them to get a special immigrant visa, a crucial step in the process. The costs of medical exams and vaccinations is also astronomical for people living in abject poverty. In this episode of Dear Ohio Curtis talks to a former Afghan interpreter now living in Cincinnati and…

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What we owe to each other during a pandemic 21:36

3+ y ago21:36

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The surge in delta variant COVID-19 cases has reignited the debate over whether people should get vaccinated and wear masks to protect others against the coronavirus. For more than half of the country, and half of Ohioans, the answer is no. But are we failing to understand the morality of that choice? In this episode of Dear Ohio, Curtis Jackson lo…

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Name, image and likeness in college sports 20:39

3+ y ago20:39

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The NCAA now allows student-athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness, or NIL. It clears the way for endorsement deals and other opportunities, but the NCAA implemented the policy quickly, leaving schools and athletes little time for preparation. In this episode of Dear Ohio, Curtis talks to the head of NIL for the Ohio State Universit…

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What made the August Congressional primaries so special? 23:12

3+ y ago23:12

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The special elections in the 11th and 15th Congressional districts drew national attention, a flood of campaign cash and the involvement of former President Donald Trump. Now that the primary has been decided, what do the results say about the conditions of the Democratic and Republican parties in Ohio, the fate of the upcoming Senate race and Ohio…

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The divide over investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack 15:47

3+ y ago15:47

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Seven months after supporters of former President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol, some Ohio lawmakers are playing direct roles in investigating what happened, while others could become part of the probe. Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan (R, OH-4) was initially chosen to serve on the Jan. 6 Select Committee tasked with investigating the Capitol at…

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The case for permanently expanding the child tax credit 20:51

3+ y ago20:51

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On July 15, families across Ohio and the rest of the country started receiving new, larger monthly payments from the federal government for their children. The child tax credit was temporarily expanded by Democrats in March when the American Rescue Plan was signed into law by President Joe Biden. For 2021, a family with a child under age 6 will rec…

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