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Jun 20, 2006 Strickland: Blackwell should respect the faith of Ohioans Ted Strickland released the following statement after Ken Blackwell told an audience that "Democrats still believe that government is God, and God is not." more...
Jun 6, 2006 Did Blackwell release your Social Security Number? Ken Blackwell released the Social Security numbers of over 5 million Ohioans who are registered to vote. Are you one of them? more...
Jun 5, 2006 "Longline" Blackwell at it again As if his infamous voter suppression antics of 2004 weren’t enough, “Longline” Ken Blackwell proposed rules Monday that significantly restrict proactive efforts to register Ohio voters. more...
Jun 2, 2006 Jennifer Brunner proposes measures to battle identity theft Jennifer Brunner, candidate for Ohio Secretary of State, announced a 5-point plan to stop identity theft and protect its victims in Ohio - a plan she will enact when elected Ohio’s record keeper for the state’s individual and corporate citizens. more...
Jun 2, 2006 Strickland receives key endorsements from urban leaders Gubernatorial candidate Ted Strickland today received the endorsement of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones, Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman, Dayton Mayor Rhine McLin and Warrensville Heights Mayor Macria Fudge in a series of events throughout Ohio. more...
May 25, 2006 Senate Democrats issue response to perceived racist actions on the Senate floor During yesterday's Senate floor debate on HB 393 which recognizes September 22nd as Emancipation Day in Ohio, Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus) was gaveled down and ordered to take his seat while responding to the remarks of the previous legislator, Senator Jeff Jacobson (R-Vandalia). more...
May 23, 2006 Covenant with Black America LOS ANGELES (April 14, 2006) – Spurred by Black radio and word of mouth, the Covenant with Black America, a collection of essays by African Americans that examines issues such as education, health care and judicial disparities through facts and suggestions for action, is the #1 nonfiction,... more
May 18, 2006 Sykes: open legislation to the public State Representative Barbara A. Sykes has introduced legislation that would open up the records of state audits performed by private companies to public scrutiny. more...
May 3, 2006 Introducing Ken Taftwell - same failed record, just angrier Introducing Ken Taftwell. He can run from his Taft Republican record, but he can’t hide. more...
Apr 12, 2006 Blackwell and McCain ride 'The Double Talk Express' Republican Senator John McCain is bringing his Double Talk Express on a swing through Ohio today. He is in Cleveland tonight to raise money for scandal-plagued Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken Blackwell. more...
Mar 23, 2006 Black Caucus makes key endorsements for Espy, Brown, Sykes The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus announced endorsements for various statewide and legislative candidates for the 2006 Primary and General Elections. more...
Mar 21, 2006 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Espy, Sykes, Brown, Hudson and Williams The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) has endorsed various statewide and legislative candidates for the 2006 Primary and General Elections. more...
Feb 15, 2006 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Jennifer Brunner for Secretary of State Brunner will Bring Integrity Back to the Office of Secretary of State more...
Feb 1, 2006 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Cordray for Treasurer Ohio's Families Deserve Fiscal Accountability in State Government more...
Jan 31, 2006 Black Caucus Denounces Proposed Voter ID Requirements Caucus Calls Proposal a Jim-Crow Era Tactic more...
Jan 24, 2006 Rep. Barbara Sykes to run for State Auditor State Representative Barbara Sykes (D-Akron) announced her campaign for Ohio Auditor of State. more...
Jan 24, 2006 State of Black Ohio Disparities in Education, Healthcare and Other Areas Still Challenge the African-American Community, but There is Hope for Future Progress more...
Jan 24, 2006 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Marc Dann for Ohio's Top Law Enforcement Officer Must Fight for the Rights of All People more...
Jan 18, 2006 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) announced today their endorsement of Congressman Ted Strickland to be Ohio's next governor. more...
Jan 12, 2006 First African-American Woman Becomes Ohio House Democratic Leader The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Celebrates the Selection of State Representative Joyce Beatty more...
Jan 9, 2006 New legislation targets racial profiling State Representative Mike Mitchell, D-Columbus, will testify Tuesday on new legislation more...
Dec 13, 2005 ‘Rosa Parks Day’ December 1 designated ‘Rosa Parks Day’ in Ohi0 more...
Nov 29, 2005 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Reacts to Coleman's Withdrawal from the 2006 Gubernatorial Race Caucus Commends Coleman on His Exemplary Leadership more...
Nov 16, 2005 Eric Kearney chosen as Senator Mallory's replacement Today the leadership team of the Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus announced that Eric Kearney has been selected to replace Cincinnati Mayor-Elect Mark Mallory. The 9th Senate District is comprised of communities within Cincinnati. more...
Nov 9, 2005 “Rosa Park Day” legislation Dear Friends, I would consider it a special honor if you would join me Tuesday, November 15 th at 9:30 am for a short Press Conference at the Statehouse My goal is to get the “Rosa Park Day” legislation passed in Ohio and... more...
Nov 3, 2005 Congressional Black Caucus Introduces Hurricane Katrina Relief Legislation to Help Gulf Coast Residents Group Calls on President Bush to Support Legislation and Commit to Eradicate Poverty more
Oct 19, 2005 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Mayoral Candidates Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Mayoral Candidates Ford, Hagan, Jackson, Mallory and McLin Receive Support more...
Oct 19, 2005 Senator Prentiss resigns from CSRAB Board Senator Prentiss resigns from CSRAB Board Prentiss: “Board is discriminating against gays’ more...
Oct 5, 2005 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Redistricting Proposal OLBC Believes Ballot Issue 4 Will Help to Take the Partisan Politics Out of Drawing Legislative Lines but is Concerned about Campaign Strategy more...
Jul 13, 2005 Rep. Barbara Sykes to Propose Remedies to Stop Hospitals’ Gaming of Workers’ Comp, Other Questionable Practices MEDIA ADVISORY FOR: Contact: Keith Dailey Wednesday, July 13,... more...
Jun 13, 2005 Are Ohio Hospitals Living Up to Their Non-Profit Status?” MEDIA ADVISORY FOR: ... more...
May 18, 2005 Biennial Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2006-2007 Keep updated on the State Biennial Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2006-2007 more...
May 17, 2005 Democratic proposals improve election bill, but House-passed legislation still misses opportunities For immediate release Tuesday, May 17, 2005 CONTACT: John Kohlstrand - (614) 466-9036 Democratic proposals improve election bill, but House-passed legislation... more...
Mar 8, 2005 House Democrats to summarize early budget concerns Media advisory CONTACT: John Kohlstrand Tuesday, March 8, 2005 (614) 466-9036 House Democrats to summarize early budget concerns COLUMBUS, Ohio – House Democrats will summarize... more...
Mar 8, 2005 Uninsured Patients Are Often Charged Twice the Price Insured Patients Pay for Hospital Care, New Study Finds FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Keith Dailey March 8, 2005 614 324-7428 / 614 946-0318 Kg_dailey@yahoo.com Uninsured Patients Are Often Charged Twice the Price Insured Patients Pay for Hospital Care, New Study Finds Victims... more...
Jan 17, 2005 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Endorses Strickland for Governor The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) has endorsed Congressman Ted Strickland (D – 6th District) for governor. more...
Jan 14, 2005 New State Report On Cervical Cancer Prevention Released Today: OHIO FALLS SHORT; REP. BARRETT CALLS FOR MORE ACTION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Tisha Brady (614) 466-1645 ... more...
Dec 17, 2004 OLBC Raises Profile within National Black Caucus of State Legislators: Edna Brown, Shirley Smith and CJ Prentiss Are Elected to Executive Committee For Immediate Release Contact: TaKeysha Sheppard Executive Director (614) 341-6912 phone sheppard@olbc1967.org OLBC Raises Profile within National Black Caucus of State... more...
Dec 17, 2004 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Elects 2005-2007 Leadership and Works to Develop a Legislative Agenda For Immediate Release Contact : TaKeysha Sheppard Executive Director (614) 341-6912 phone sheppard@olbc9167.org Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Elects 2005-2007... more...
Jul 20, 2004 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Members Gear Up for the Democratic National Convention For Immediate Release Tuesday, July 20, 2004 Contact: TaKeysha Sheppard Executive Director (614) 341-6912 phone sheppard@olbc1967.org www.olbc1967.org Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Members Gear Up... more...
Jun 24, 2004 Senator Ray Miller Opposes Columbus State Community College’s Plan to Build a 2nd Campus in Delaware County Senator Miller's State House Newsletter more...
Jun 9, 2004 Black Legislative Leaders Host 6th Annual Golf Outing FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2004 Black Legislative Leaders Host 6th Annual Golf Outing The 6th Annual Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) Golf Outing will be held on Friday, June 25, 2004 at the Foxfire Golf Club located at 10799... more...
Nov 9, 2004 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Urges Election Reform FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 09, 2004 Contact: TaKeysha Sheppard, OLBC Executive Director 614-341-6912 Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Urges Election Reform: Senator Mark Mallory and Representative Larry... more...
Oct 29, 2004
GOTV General Press Release
May 13, 2005 State Sen. Ray Miller - State Budget Town Hall Meeting May 16, 2005 at the Main Public Library Auditorium 96. S. Grant Street - Columbus at 5:30 pm more...
Mar 5, 2004 The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Opposes Penny-Tax Repeal The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) opposes the effort led by the Secretary of State to repeal the one-cent temporary sales tax increase before it is due to expire June 30, 2005. more...
Mar 15, 2005 Rep. Barrett reintroduces bill to reduce cervical cancer in Ohio FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT : John Kohlstrand Tuesday, March 15, 2005 (614) 466-9036 Rep. Barrett reintroduces bill to reduce cervical cancer in Ohio Bill Will Require Insurance... more...
Sep 10, 2004 Public Info from the Office of State Rep. Larry Price, 26th Dist. TO: Title IV-A Head Start Providers Title IV-A Head Start Plus Providers FROM: Rick Smith, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Jane Wiechel, Ohio Department of Education DATE: September 10, 2004 ... more...
Mar 24, 2004 Community Action Agencies and the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Urge Protection of working poor and children Groups Oppose Changes to Head Start and Medicaid more...
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