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Ohio voter ID bill vetoed by DeWine, setting up potential legislative showdown

Ohio voters will not face new photo ID requirements for mail-in ballots after Gov. Mike DeWine rejected House Bill 472 on June 24. The legislation would have expanded Ohio’s existing voter identification requirements by requiring absentee voters to provide a photo ID when voting by mail beginning in 2027. DeWine said the proposal would create…

ByNina OliverioJune 25, 20260Comments

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Ohio voting rights group raid sparks scrutiny after FBI searches voter advocacy organization

Federal agents executed searches tied to the Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a nonprofit organization known for voter registration, civic engagement, and community organizing efforts across Ohio. Reports of the searches emerged on June 12 after multiple news outlets reported that FBI agents entered the organization’s Cleveland office and visited the homes of several staff members and…

ByNina OliverioJune 12, 20260Comments

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Ohio primary election 2026 draws statewide races as polls close tonight

The Ohio mail-in deadline is shaping voter decisions across the state as Election Day reaches its final hours. Voters who requested absentee ballots must ensure delivery by the strict 7:30 p.m. cutoff. State officials say ballots arriving after that time will not count, even if postmarked earlier. The rule reflects changes to Ohio election law…

ByNina OliverioMay 5, 20260Comments

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Ohio GOP primary challenges emerge for Ramaswamy before fall campaign

Vivek Ramaswamy entered the Ohio GOP primary as a frontrunner with strong financial backing and national visibility. According to Associated Press, his campaign benefits from early fundraising strength and support from prominent Republican figures. He has also positioned himself as a policy-driven candidate focused on economic and education reforms. Despite these advantages, the primary is…

ByNina OliverioApril 27, 20260Comments

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Election 2026 heats up statewide

Article Summary Election 2026 is heating up across Ohio, with statewide and local races drawing heightened attention. Boards of elections, including Lawrence County, are preparing for the May 5 primary and November 3 general elections, focusing on absentee ballots, staffing, and polling logistics. Key contests include the open governor’s race, featuring Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and…

ByNina OliverioJanuary 16, 20260Comments

Close-up of a person in a suit casting a vote into a ballot box, representing Ohio mail-in ballot deadlines and grace period discussions.

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Ohio governor reluctantly signs bill ending ballot grace period

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine eliminates the ballot grace period citing legal concerns. New legislation requires all mail-in votes to arrive by Election Day. According to various local media reports, DeWine has signed Senate Bill 293 into law. It officially eliminates the state's longstanding ballot grace period for mail-in votes. The legislation, signed on December…

ByNina OliverioDecember 27, 20250Comments

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Ohio Election Integrity: An Outsider’s War on Columbus Politics

From the battlefield to the ballot box, a retired Air Force intelligence officer makes the case for restoring trust in Ohio election integrity. Columbus politics has long favored the self-serving ambitions of insiders over the urgent needs of everyday Ohioans. This tired ritual of party elites shuffling between government posts—like musical chairs with taxpayer-funded thrones—fosters…

ByMarcell StrbichDecember 16, 20250Comments

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Early Voting: Why Casting Your Ballot Early Strengthens Democracy

As Election Day approaches on Tuesday, November 4 , voters across Ohio have an important opportunity to make their voices heard before the rush. Early voting isn’t just convenient — it’s one of the best ways to ensure that every ballot is counted. Every citizen is represented, and our democracy remains strong. Over the…

ByAdam KoehlerOctober 23, 20250Comments

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Eric Conroy’s Congressional Bid: A Profile in Service, Strategy, and Stakes

When a candidate like Eric Conroy runs for Congress in 2026, the stakes are high: The map is shifting (redistricting forthcoming), voter alignment is volatile, and incumbents are more vulnerable than ever. Into this environment steps Eric Conroy , a Cincinnati native, Air Force veteran, former CIA case officer, and now Republican challenger to Democratic…

ByCincinnati ExchangeOctober 15, 20250Comments

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Ohio voter ID bill vetoed by DeWine, setting up potential legislative showdown

Ohio voting rights group raid sparks scrutiny after FBI searches voter advocacy organization

Ohio primary election 2026 draws statewide races as polls close tonight

Ohio GOP primary challenges emerge for Ramaswamy before fall campaign

Election 2026 heats up statewide

Ohio governor reluctantly signs bill ending ballot grace period

Ohio Election Integrity: An Outsider’s War on Columbus Politics

Early Voting: Why Casting Your Ballot Early Strengthens Democracy

Eric Conroy’s Congressional Bid: A Profile in Service, Strategy, and Stakes

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