Republican U.S. Senate candidate for Ohio Rep. Jim Renacci (R-OH-16) raised more than $1.75 million in the third quarter of 2018. More than 76 percent of Renacci’s donations were from Ohioans.
In contrast, Sherrod Brown has gotten most of …
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Oct 16
Sherrod Brown Fled the Building after U.S. Senate Debate, Jim Renacci Stayed to Answer Questions from Reporters
U.S. Capitol Building, Washington D.C.
After the recent Ohio U.S. Senate debate in Cleveland, both candidates were given the opportunity to answer media questions and to expand on or clarify any issues that came up during the debate.
Jim …
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Oct 09
FRC Action Points Out Disgraceful Behavior by the Left during the Kavanaugh Hearings
Below is some good commentary from the legislative arm of Family Research Council (FRCAction) on the disgraceful behavior of the left during the Kavanaugh hearings (Many conservatives believe that this disgraceful behavior will become even worse if the Democratic …
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Sep 27
MVCI Meeting October 1 with Dan Regenold Addressing “Rules for Radicals”
MIAMI VALLEY CITIZENS INFORMED
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2018
7:00 PM TO 8:30 PM
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH
Why has the left been so successful in demonizing and often defeating conservative, constitutionally minded
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Sep 05
Rep Jim Jordan to Speak at MVCI Meeting Monday, September 10, 2018
MIAMI VALLEY CITIZENS INFORMED (MVCI)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
7:00 to 8:30 PM
Washington Heights Baptist Church
5650 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton, OH. 45429
MVCI is pleased to announce that our special guest speaker this month is:
CONGRESSMAN …
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Aug 30
Millennials May Love Socialism, But Socialism Won’t Love Them Back!
Americans’ heavy flirtation with socialism continues, and nowhere is that more evident than in America’s youth. For many millennials, socialism appears to be both a viable and desirable replacement for capitalism. It isn’t, on any level. We are failing
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Aug 09
New York Times Shows Gross Anti-Christian Bigotry in their Attack on VP Mike Pence
Franklin Graham comments (via his Facebook page) on the anti-Christian bigotry of the New York Times and the need to pray for Vice President Pence and his family:
The New York Times published a slanderous, vile op-ed piece about …
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Aug 09
Ben Shapiro LIVE at Young America’s Foundation 40th annual National Conservative Student Conference
Much has been said about Socialism of late, and the Democrats seemed to have coined the term “Democratic Socialism.” This talk is by Ben Shapiro, a political scientist and Harvard Law graduate who has a huge following, particularly with …
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Aug 05
EPA Releases a Long-Delayed Report Showing Ethanol Hurts the Environment
We have been told for years that Ethanol, as a renewable source, is good for our environment and the government continues to mandate gasoline contain 10% ethanol in every gallon of gasoline. In fact, efforts have been made …
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Jul 31
Study says ‘Medicare For All’ Would Cost $32.6 Trillion Over Ten Years
The single-payer health care system advocated by Sen. Bernie Sanders (D., Vt.) and an increasing number of Democrats under the tagline “Medicare for all” would cost the federal government $32.6 trillion over the next decade, according to a …
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Jul 31
DeMint: Jim Jordan Is Being Railroaded
If you’ve heard the recent allegations against Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH) and you suspect that he’s being railroaded by the liberal media, you’re absolutely right. Former Senator Jim DeMint, founder of the Senate Conservatives Fund, has explained why the …
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Jul 28
Recreational Marijuana Has a Big Negative Impact on Society
Many are pushing for legalizing recreational marijuana. We would be wise to look at all of the negative effects in Colorado where marijuana was legalized. Since legalizing recreational marijuana, Colorado has seen an increase in marijuana related traffic deaths, …
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Jul 28
Judge Brett Kavanaugh is a Powerful Voice for Religious Liberty
Everyone who values religious liberty and wants to preserve the rights of all Americans should hope and pray that Judge Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed as Supreme Court Justice by the U.S. Senate!
Writing for the Washington Times Thursday, House …
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Jul 26
Colorado Conservatives Fight Back Against Classroom Bias
Several members of the University of Colorado Board of Regents are pushing to prioritize diversity of political thought on campuses statewide, and it’s an effort that’s being praised — and joined — by conservative students who say they’ve faced …
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Jul 25
Heritage Action Supports Republican Efforts to Fix Health Care
The House will vote this week on a series of Health Savings Account (HSA) reform bills that will increase health insurance choices and help lower costs. The respected conservative organization Heritage Action notes that many Republicans are taking steps …
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Jul 21
‘Pig Book’ Spotlights 232 Earmarks Amid Pork That Wastes Taxpayers’ Money
Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) released its 2018 Congressional Pig Book, the 26th edition of the group’s exposé on pork-barrel spending. CAGW President Tom Schatz was joined at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. by Sens. Jeff Flake …
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Jul 17
Ohio Tea Party Poll Shows Close Races for Ohio Senator and Governor
An Ohio TEA Party organization has released a poll showing close races for Ohio Senator and Ohio Governor. In the Senate race, conservative Republican Rep. Jim Renacci, a strong supporter of the policies of President Trump, is running against …
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Jul 10
Kavanaugh Nomination to the Supreme Court Cheered by Conservatives
The nomination by President Trump of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court has been cheered by conservatives who value the Constitution and the rule of law. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said “He is widely …
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Jul 04
Ten Quotes from Billy Graham on the United States of America
As the U.S. celebrates Independence Day, these ten quotes from Billy Graham are a reminder of how much Mr. Graham loved his nation and desperately wanted to see his fellow Americans know the peace and love of God.
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Jun 28
Justice Kennedy’s Retirement from the Supreme Court Cheers Pro-Life and Values Voters
To replace retiring Justice Kennedy, President Donald Trump has promised that he will appoint a well-qualified conservative who will interpret the law based on the intended meaning of the Constitution. The prospect of such an appointment is encouraging conservatives …
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Jun 28
Ohio Christian Alliance Promotes Voter Registration Sundays
Ohio Christian Alliance is encouraging churches to conduct non-partisan Voter Registration Sundays, with the first to be held on July 1, 2018. It is important that American Christians be good stewards of the gift that God has given us
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Jun 28
MVCI to Host Patriotic U.S.A. Birthday Celebration Next Monday, July 2, 2018
MIAMI VALLEY CITIZENS INFORMED
MONDAY, JULY 2, 2018
6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
*Refreshments at 6:30 program at 7 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY U.S.A.!
WASHINGTON
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Jun 04
A Victory for Religious Liberty – Supreme Court sides with Colorado Baker who Refused to make Wedding Cake for Same-Sex Couple
In a victory for religious liberty, the Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of the Colorado baker who declined to bake a cake celebrating a same-sex marriage ceremony.
After six years of relentless attacks from the Colorado Civil Rights …
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Jun 02
Franklin Graham Calls for Christians to be Involved in Politics
Franklin Graham has been on a mission to urge Christians to stand up and engage the political process. In a recent interview, he stated “I don’t think that Christians should be silent.”
He also added “We need Christian …
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May 17
Rep. Mark Meadows Calls for Border Wall, Supporting President Trump
Rep. Mark Meadows is calling on Congress to stop efforts toward an illegal alien amnesty bill, and support the Goodlatte immigration bill supported by President Trump. The Goodlatte proposal would end chain migration, eliminate the diversity lottery program, fund …
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May 14
Move of American Embassy to Jerusalem is Important to Christians
The U.S. has made history as our great nation has legitimized the State of Israel, our ally and friend, by moving the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, Israel’s eternal capital. Moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem is …
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May 12
Massive Media Bias Against President Trump Continues
Massive bias against President Trump continues in the American news media! See the evidence below from Ohio Tea Party leader Tom Zawistowski, which says that 90% of the coverage of President Trump in the “mainstream” media continues to be …
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Mar 29
MVCI to Host Candidates Forum Monday April 2, 2018
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Mar 15
Important GCTP Public Meeting March 27, 2018, in Xenia, Ohio
You are invited to an important Greene County Tea Party (GCTP) public meeting on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. We will have a great video dealing with the important topic of the “Bible and Politics” by D. …
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Mar 03
MVCI Hosting Lisa Watson’s “Sleeping With the Enemy” Monday, March 5, 2018
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Feb 17
Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor Presents Strong Conservative Views at MVCI Meeting January 29, 2018
The upcoming May 8th Primary Election is of great importance because that is the BEST opportunity to support the candidates of your choice rather than waiting until the November general election when your choice is limited to a vote …
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Feb 14
“Social Justice Movement”: Why Americans Should be Concerned, GCTP Meeting Thursday, February 22, in Xenia, Ohio, with James Murdoch, Ph.D. of Cedarville University
Dr. Murdoch, Senior Professor of History at Cedarville University, will be speaking on the importance of the “Social Justice Movement” and its’ impact on the expansion of government into the culture and lives of the American people. He will …
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Feb 06
Candidate Renacci to Speak at joint MVCI & Greene County Tea Party Event
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Feb 04
The Full Text of the Nunes Memo on FISA Abuses
U.S. Capitol Building, Washington D.C.
On February 2, 2018, The White House authorized the release of the House Permanent Select Committee memorandum of January 29, 2018, on the “Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act Abuses at the Department of Justice and …
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Feb 03
House Memo Raises Serious Concerns About Government Abuses
The released House memo raises serious questions about government surveillance abuse during the 2016 campaign! Every American, regardless of their politics, should be very concerned about the possible use of the powerful DOJ and FBI to attack political …
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Feb 01
Conservatives Not Welcome!
Young Americans for Freedom (YAF), a new conservative activism organization at the University of Cincinnati, will be hosting pro-life speaker Star Parker on February 15th, and UC is charging them a $2,000 security fee, even though the event does …
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Feb 01
Warning! OH HB 160 Would Elevate Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity to Protected Class Status!
The Ohio House Government Accountability and Oversight Committee heard testimony on a bill, HB 160, on Wednesday, 31 January at 9:30 a.m. that would punish schools, ministries, businesses and families that don’t want to allow biological men in …
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Jan 25
MVCI and GCTP Holding “Meet the Candidate Night” with Rep. Jim Renacci Monday, February 12, 2018
Miami Valley Citizens Informed (MVCI) and Greene County Tea Party (GCTP) are happy to announce a “Meet the Candidate Night” with Rep. Jim Renacci Monday, February 12, 2018! It will be held from 7 – 8:30 PM at Washington …
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Jan 23
Stanford Student Groups Call for Resignation of Professor with Antifa Ties
(The Student Free Press Association is a nonprofit organization run by veteran journalists to help beginning journalists. With our higher-education news website, The College Fix, we work with college-aged writers, bloggers, tweeters, podcasters, and viral video makers …
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Jan 23
Under President Trump, a Healthy Respect for HHS
Candidate Donald Trump listed a major goal of “draining the swamp.” It appears that President Trump is making much progress within the HHS!
When the American people elected Donald Trump, they won a lot more than the White House. …
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Jan 21
Truth of America’s Founding, Your Heritage and Mine – Special Seminar Next Saturday, January 27, 2018, in Xenia, Ohio
Final Opportunity to Register
The Truth of America’s Founding – Your Heritage and Mine
A One-Day-Seminar
Greetings Members, Colleagues, and friends in Christ –
Do you know America’s purpose – why and how it was founded? Do you know …
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Jan 13
Truth of America’s Founding, Your Heritage and Mine – Powerful Seminar Saturday, January 27, 2018 in Xenia, Ohio
Greetings Greene County Tea Party Members, Colleagues and Friends,
Americans need UNITY if we are to grow strong again as a people and nation. But how do we achieve that? Christians and other concerned citizens can begin to build …
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Jan 07
Truth of America’s Founding, Your Heritage and Mine – Special Seminar Saturday, January 27, 2018 in Xenia, Ohio
Dear Greene County Tea Party Members, Colleagues, and Friends,
Are you aware of or alarmed by how many of our freedoms we are losing in America, particularly the freedom to express our strongly held religious views both in conversation …
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Dec 28
Supreme Court Rejects Lower Court Roadblock to Elimination of DACA Program
Good day, and we hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas!
A message from Washington, where the news reflects the politics of illegal immigration at year’s end: The Daily Signal, the news arm of the Heritage Foundation, and Alden …
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Dec 19
Democrats’ Assault on Tax Bill Appears Desperate and Dishonest
The left’s hysterical attacks against the GOP tax bill, which was passed by the House Tuesday and was expected to win Senate approval, tells you something big is going on. If the tax bill becomes law, Republicans will be …
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Dec 17
Mike DeWine and Jon Husted To Meet and Greet in Miamisburg Thursday, December 21
It is important for everyone to become familiar with the candidates for Ohio Governor in 2018!
On Thursday, Dec 21, Mike DeWine and Jon Husted will be holding a campaign style meet and greet at Think Patented in …
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Dec 10
Conservatives Support President Trump’s Decision to Move the American Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem
President Donald Trump has been criticized for his decision to start the process of moving the American embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. But most conservatives strongly support the decision for a number of reasons, including (1) it recognizes the …
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Dec 04
Supreme Court Gives President Trump a Major Travel Ban Victory
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday gave President Donald Trump a big victory as it ruled in favor of President Trump’s travel ban affecting residents of six majority-Muslim countries. The justices said the policy can take full effect despite …
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Dec 02
President Trump Embraces the Celebration of Christmas
President Obama and most of the Left promoted making society more and more secular, including avoiding public reference to Christ during the Christmas season. In sharp contrast, President Trump has brought a strong return of the true meaning of …
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Dec 02
No Evidence of Anything Unethical by President Trump
In spite of wishful thinking by many in the mainstream media, there continues to be NO evidence that President Trump has done anything illegal or unethical! Conservatives need to unite behind President Trump to Make America Great Again for …
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Nov 09
MVCI to Host Secretary of State Jon Husted on Monday, November 13, 2017
It is important for all Conservatives to be well informed about candidates running for Ohio governor in 2018. One big opportunity to learn more is at the Miami Valley Citizens Informed meeting next Monday, November 13:
MIAMI VALLEY
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Nov 05
Ohio Issue 2 on Prescription Drug Pricing – Important Information for Election November 7, 2017
Many Conservatives have significant reservations about Ohio Issue 2, which deals with the pricing of prescription drugs, and it is important for all voters to be informed! The information below was compiled by Dennis Crouch, President of the Greene
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Nov 02
Planned Parenthood Promotes Widespread Abortion in the Black Community
Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger was a blatant racist, and the organization continues to promote widespread abortion in the minority community! In spite of this, almost all Democratic politicians continue to endorse funding Planned Parenthood with hundreds of millions …
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Oct 26
Jake MacAulay, CEO of the Institute on the Constitution (IOTC), to speak at GCTP on November 16, 2017
We are indebted to CEO Jake MacAulay, of the Institute on the Constitution (IOTC) for taking time to speak at the Greene County Tea Party (GCTP) Public Meeting. An exceptionally knowledgeable and dynamic speaker, he speaks on the Law …
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Oct 24
NFL Continues to Allow Players to Disrespect the American Flag
The National Football League continues to ignore the wishes of the public as they allow players to kneel or do other actions disrespecting the flag during the national anthem. Their business is suffering as a result, as more and …
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Oct 18
National Security Briefing by ACT in Cincinnati Tuesday, October 24, 2017, with Philip Haney & Jim Simpson
ACT for America has announced at National Security Briefing next Tuesday in the Cincinnati area. They state “ACT for America is committed to recruiting, training, and mobilizing citizens community by community to help protect and preserve American culture …
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Oct 08
Vice President Pence Leaves Game to Show Respect for the Flag and All It Represents
Vice President Mike Pence walked out on his home-state Indianapolis Colts Sunday when members of the opposing team kneeled for the National Anthem. He later tweeted this statement:
“I left today’s Colts game because President Trump and I will …
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Oct 06
Wright State to Host Summit on October 16 to Help Fight the Opioid Crisis
Wright State is playing a key role in a new initiative by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and will host a summit October 16 designed to throw the spotlight on the dangers of opioid abuse and the importance of …
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Oct 05
White House Rips Senate Panel for Continuing Russian Investigation
White House press secretary Sarah Sanders criticized the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday, a day after the panel said its probe into possible collusion between Trump associates and Russian officials remains open.
“The Senate Intel Committee told us yesterday …
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Oct 01
Thoughts on the NFL and the National Anthem
Thoughts from Dennis Crouch, Greene County Tea Party President:
As a retired Air Force military man and combat veteran I have fought for our flag. There is no higher symbol than the flag that expresses the values that made …
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Oct 01
Vote to Protect Unborn Babies Expected Tuesday, October 3, 2017
As House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy has stated “Science is increasingly showing by eight weeks children in the womb react to touch, by 20 and if not before, they feel pain,” McCarthy said. “Not only can they feel pain …
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Oct 01
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Sep 19
London Bombing Shows Danger of Islamification in Europe. Is the US Next?
The terrorist bombing Friday of a train on the London Underground, which injured 30 people was yet more evidence of a painful truth: the Islamification of the United Kingdom and Europe is well under way. Many now fear that …
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Sep 07
Frederick Douglass Expert to Speak at University of Dayton and Greene County on September 11, 2017
Frederick Douglass was by far the most famous Black Republican who rose from slavery to prosperity. A number of groups are sponsoring several events featuring prominent speaker, K. Carl Smith to share the inspiring story of Frederick Douglas. …
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Sep 06
Many agree: Time for Congress to act after DACA decision
Illinois’ two Democratic U.S. senators agree with President Donald Trump on one one aspect of DACA: Congress now needs to act.
After calling Trump cruel, Democratic U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin said Congress needs to step into the DACA fight.
“I …
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Sep 05
Foes of Ohio drug-pricing initiative see many side effects for state
An Ohio ballot initiative that aims to cut prescription drug costs for millions has drawn opposition from health officials, business groups and community organizations, all of whom find the measure’s promises hard to swallow.
The Ohio Drug Price Relief Act, …
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Aug 25
Ohio legislature moves to crack down on local government credit, debit card abuse
Two Ohio representatives have submitted a bill that would curtail the kinds of local government debit and credit card misuse that, in one recent instance, allowed the administrator of a small village to charge more than $700,000 in personal items …
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Aug 23
Ohio, Pennsylvania among states with highest student loan debts
Ohio and Pennsylvania’s first- and third-place finishes on a recent national ranking of student indebtedness comes as no surprise to those familiar with the issue in the two states.
The personal-finance website WalletHub earlier this month released the study, which …
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Aug 15
Congressman: Repealing death tax would be ‘nirvana’
It was Founding Father Benjamin Franklin who said, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” One Illinois congressman wants to disconnect the two by eliminating the so-called death tax.
Tax reform is one …
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Aug 09
New health care plan would make smaller, bipartisan reforms
A number of Congressional members have begun working on a new alternative health-care plan after the last effort to replace Obamacare stalled. But a healthcare expert says it’s likely too late.
The Problem Solvers’ Caucus, consisting of a bipartisan group …
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Aug 05
New Evidence of Hillary Clinton Pay-to-Play Scheme
As Special Counsel Robert Mueller hires lawyers who worked for Hillary Clinton to dig up anything they can to accuse President Trump of something (anything!), there is even more evidence of pay-to-play schemes by Hillary and her friends!
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Aug 04
Congressman pushes for federal tax reform to help offset state income tax hike
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Ill., is embarking on a tour to talk federal tax reform, and he’s getting an earful from constituents.
One of the participants in the roundtable discussion in Springfield Aug. 1, Merrill Lynch financial adviser Gary Seitz, …
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Aug 03
President Trump Proposes Much-Needed Immigration Reforms
President Trump has proposed a number of great reforms for the nation’s legal immigration policy which will help put Americans first over foreigners. The plan would help boost American wages by reducing the flood of unskilled labor immigrants entering …
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Aug 03
Ohio policy group joins federal legal fight against forced union dues
Illinois workers whose fight against being forced to pay dues to a union they don’t want to join have an ally in an Ohio policy group.
The Buckeye Institute last month filed what’s called an amicus brief with the U.S. …
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Jul 26
VP Pence breaks tie to open debate in Senate on Obamacare replacement
Both parties in Washington D.C. know Obamacare is flawed and getting worse, but no Democrats and two Republicans voted Tuesday against opening debate to change things.
That meant it took Vice President Mike Pence to break a 50-50 tie just …
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Jul 21
Ohio grants property tax relief to farmers, but some fear homeowners will pay a price
Ohio just modified how it calculates property taxes for agricultural lands in order to rescue farmers from soaring tax bills, but some fear the fix will eventually burden homeowners and provide less funding for some school districts.
The state’s operating …
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Jul 20
GCTP Hosting Public Meeting on “The Deep State,” July 25, 2017, With John Michael Chambers
The Greene County Tea Party will be hosting Mr. John Michael Chambers as speaker at our public meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at the Xenia Community Center. Mr. Chambers is a dynamic speaker, commentator and writer, and will …
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Jul 19
Proposed legislation would open up records on federal pension recipients
A Florida congressman and an open-government organization have launched a campaign to make key information on federal pension recipients subject to public disclosure.
The legislation, which is being sponsored by Republican Rep. Ron DeSantis, would make information about pension recipients …
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Jul 17
GOP tax reforms stoke debate in states with large manufacturing, agriculture sectors
A congressional panel last week spotlighted how federal tax reform could help small businesses, but one possible component of the GOP reform plans would cost businesses an estimated $1.5 trillion over the next decade.
Though a hearing scheduled Thursday by …
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Jul 14
Ohio gets down to business of retooling its workforce
Ohio’s state government leaders are venturing beyond tax policies, fiscal issues and regulations and into the wonky realm of realigning its workforce and higher education system to better meet the needs of businesses.
Since taking office in 2011, Gov. John …
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Jul 12
Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin score well in manufacturing report; Illinois not so much
The Midwest as a whole received relatively high grades in an annual rating of states’ manufacturing industries, but Illinois’ manufacturing sector is still struggling due to an unpredictable economic climate and unfunded public liabilities.
The 2017 Manufacturing & Logistics Report …
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Jun 30
10-month-old Charlie Gard and U.K. Government
“We’re not allowed to choose if our son lives and we’re not allowed to choose when or where Charlie dies,”
Maybe you’ve read about Charlie who lives in the U.K. Charlie Gard is a 10-month-old baby who has a rare …
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Jun 28
Congressional bill would allow private donations to fund abandoned mine redevelopment
A bill filed in the U.S. House would allow private donations help revitalize the nation’s abandoned mines so they can be used for recreational areas.
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Illinois, says there’s a hurdle keeping private foundations from renovating abandoned …
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Jun 25
Judge Jeanine Pirro Slams Democrats Who Promote Hatred and Violence
Judge Jeanine Pirro argues that the trickling down of hate from many Democrats and many in the media is a danger to us all. While President Trump is focused on jobs, the economy and our safety and security, many …
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Jun 25
GCTP Public Meeting on the Opioid/Heroin Epidemic, Tuesday, June 27, 2017
“The Drug Epidemic in Ohio and What We Need to Do”
The Greene County Tea Party (GCTP) will host Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, Dr. Greta Mayer, CEO, Mental Health & Recovery Board, Judge Beth Cappelli, Fairborn Drug Court, …
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Jun 21
Study: Heroin use costs U.S. more than $51 billion a year
Heroin use and addiction in the U.S. costs more than $51 billion every year, according to a new study released by the University of Illinois at Chicago’s school of Pharmacy.
Researchers came to the figure by tallying the costs of …
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Jun 16
Group seeks transparency in high-stakes Puerto Rico bankruptcy case
A group of investigative journalists in Puerto Rico is suing the congressionally created board that acts as the island territory’s representative in bankruptcy proceedings, claiming they are failing to be transparent in their financial dealings.
The stakes are high for …
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Jun 12
U.S. Supreme Court asked to take case challenging forced union dues
The nation’s high court is being asked to take up the issue of whether government employees should be forced to pay dues and fees to government unions.
The case Janus v. AFSCME originated in Illinois. Mark Janus and several other …
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Jun 11
Big Media and Many Democrats Continue Deception About President Trump and Russian Influence
The Russians did work to influence the 2016 election, as they try to influence every election, but there is zero evidence that the Russians were able to change even a single vote! And even Democrat Alan Dershowitz recognizes that …
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Jun 01
Fed report: Obamacare exchange insurance costs double in past four years
The latest look at Obamacare prices show insurance through the marketplace costs more than twice as much now as it did in 2013.
New numbers from the the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services show health insurance in Illinois …
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May 28
Undercover Video Reveals the Truth about the Abortion Industry
An undercover video made at a National Abortion Federation conference leaves no doubt that people in the abortion industry know precisely what they’re doing when they kill innocent, helpless unborn babies! It also reveals that the selling of baby …
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May 28
Ohio Senate picks up bill barring undocumented workers’ comp elligibility
Undocumented workers would be barred from receiving workers’ compensation benefits in budget legislation passed by the Ohio House of Representatives and now in the state Senate.
The bill includes an amendment that would require the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation …
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May 27
President Trump’s Foreign Trip Shows American Leadership is Back!
Most conservatives believe that President Donald Trump’s foreign trip has sent a strong message that American leadership is back! He made it clear that once again our friends in the world can count on the United States to lead …
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May 22
Haupt: Justice and the political machine
“Now and then an innocent man is sent to the legislature.”
– Kin Hubbard, political humorist
For those who are not familiar with Justitia, the symbol of law, she is the badge and emblem that mirrors the values and morals …
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May 20
Greene County TEA Party Hosting Special Meeting on Education Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Public Education Issues- Be Informed!
The Federal and State direction to local school systems is continually changing. Join us on Tuesday, 23 May, as the Greene County TEA Party (GCTP) hosts the Beavercreek School Superintendent, Mr. Paul Otten, …
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May 18
Hearing aid legislation would raise cost of personal sound amplification products
With a committee vote pending on the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017, critics of the legislation warn the bill would increase government regulations and raise the cost of personal sound amplification products (PSAPs).
A gun-owner group warned in …
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May 15
Frontier League supports bill that would exempt certain players from state minimum wage
Independent minor league baseball could be threatened without help from lawmakers, the attorney for the Frontier League with teams in Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan and elsewhere said.
Tom Ysursa, general counsel for the Frontier League, said league officials support a …
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