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Spare us pearl-clutching over Acton not debating when you never criticize Ramaswamy | Letters

Spare us pearl-clutching over Acton not debating when you never criticize Ramaswamy | Letters

Republicans are hypocritical about Acton – what's new? Husted's ads are delusional and wrong. Our Haitian neighbors aren't treated like people.
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Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro has confirmed that claims made by Ohio Democrat gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton regarding an alleged attack at a campaign event were a hoax. Acton had stated that an 'armed man,' identified as Patrick Havas, 'lunged' at her with a gun. However, Maro, citing video evidence from Havas's own recording, stated that Havas never got near Acton, did not lunge or charge at her, and never brandished a weapon. Havas was arrested for knocking two people to the ground while moving through a crowd, attempting to ask Acton a question and recording with his phone. His firearms were legally holstered throughout the incident. He has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges, including assault, disorderly conduct, and inducing panic.
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Republican midterm convention provides Vance center stage moment as party faces midterm risks

Republican midterm convention provides Vance center stage moment as party faces midterm risks

Republicans at their midterm convention in Dallas know that history is not on their side this election season, but they are counting on President Donald Trump to rally voter enthusiasm
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U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown led the Cleveland Labor Day Parade this year, a role she undertakes annually. The parade, a long-standing tradition infused with Democratic politics since its inception in the early 1970s by Mayor Carl B. Stokes and U.S. Rep. Louis Stokes, saw Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton participating for the second time. Acton, who walked alongside Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, had a notably different reception this year compared to her appearance last year when she was the first announced Democratic candidate. Her campaigning during the parade created significant gaps between groups due to her interactions with the public. This event occurred shortly after an incident at the Canfield Fair where an armed man reportedly injured several people while attempting to approach Acton during a campaign stop.
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Ohio Governor DeWine Rejects Ramaswamy's University Consolidation Plan, Assures Institutions

Ohio Governor DeWine Rejects Ramaswamy's University Consolidation Plan, Assures Institutions

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has publicly assured public universities that a proposal by gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to shut down or consolidate 'subpar' institutions will not occur, at least during his remaining term. Speaking to community college leaders and university presidents at The Ohio State University, DeWine stated that college consolidation 'can’t and won’t happen.' He emphasized that eliminating any state universities would hinder efforts to broaden access to higher education. This declaration directly contradicts Ramaswamy's earlier statements, where he suggested Ohio has too many universities and advocated for consolidation, even naming specific institutions like Kent State, Cleveland State, the University of Akron, and Central State University as having faced challenges. Ramaswamy has since clarified his position, stating he never intended to shut down entire colleges but rather consolidate or eliminate duplicative programs within them. DeWine, despite having endorsed Ramaswamy, has...
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The Latest: Trump urges Republicans to ‘go out and vote’ on final day of midterm convention

The Latest: Trump urges Republicans to ‘go out and vote’ on final day of midterm convention

Republicans have gathered in Dallas for the closing day of their party’s midterm convention
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Trump offers dividends, refunds to voters. Do polls show uptick?

Trump offers dividends, refunds to voters. Do polls show uptick?

President Donald Trump continues to face dismal polling results as midterm elections near.
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Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Opinion: Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy have plenty to say. The Ohio gubernatorial candidates should say it face to face.
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Amy Acton won't debate. Is she afraid her mask will slip and we'll see the truth? | Opinion

Amy Acton won't debate. Is she afraid her mask will slip and we'll see the truth? | Opinion

Amy Acton's refusal to debate may be shielding what’s really happening, and it could be a replay of the bait-and-switch that just happened in Virginia.
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the recent security incident involving Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair "reprehensible."
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Prosecutor Declines Felony Charges for Man Accused of Lunging at Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton

Prosecutor Declines Felony Charges for Man Accused of Lunging at Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton

Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro has stated that no felony charges will be filed against Patrick Havas, 38, who was accused of lunging at Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair. Havas was arrested on two counts of assault and one misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct, with an additional misdemeanor charge of inciting panic added later. He pleaded not guilty to the four misdemeanors and was released on a $5,000 bond, with orders to surrender his weapons and avoid contact with Acton. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Havas forced his way through a crowd towards Acton, knocking multiple fairgoers over, and was found to be in possession of a taser and two pistols. However, Maro emphasized that the weapons were never unholstered or used, and their possession was legal under Ohio's open-carry laws. An initial search of Havas's phone for a motive yielded no critical terms typically associated with risk assessment, and video footage from Havas's phone did not support fel...
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Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins

Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins

President Donald Trump says he plans to give every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections