Republican Representative Max Miller Accused of Distorting Opponent's Record on Healthcare and Taxes
Republican Representative Max Miller is facing accusations of misrepresenting his Democratic opponent Brian Poindexter's stances on healthcare and taxes. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) claims that Miller's campaign is using 'demonstrably false claims' in an attempt to undermine Poindexter. Specifically, Miller's ad portrays Poindexter as a 'socialist' who supports 'higher taxes' and 'government-run health care.' However, the DCCC asserts that Poindexter's position on taxes is to oppose breaks for the ultra-wealthy and advocate for lower taxes for working families. Regarding healthcare, Poindexter has expressed a desire for universal health coverage but has stated he would not support legislation like Medicare for All without understanding its impact on Ohioans. The DCCC highlights that Poindexter, during his time on City Council, voted to renew a levy that supported Southwest General Health Center, while Miller's vote for the 'Big, Ugly Bill' last year put the same hospital at risk ...