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Trump issues warning to Ohio colleges
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10:34We discuss how the Trump administration could affect Ohio's universities and Medicaid program, possible changes to Ohio's marijuana law and the latest on Gov. Mike DeWine's return-to-work order.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We discuss Jim Tressel's appointment as lieutenant governor, a controversial higher ed bill passed by the Senate, the state of JobsOhio, and more.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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DeWine pitches tax hike on cigarettes, sports betting
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13:31We discuss Gov. Mike DeWine's budget proposal, Larry Householder's appeal, a new bill to regulate underage drinking and the musical chairs of the 2026 election.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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What Trump immigration crackdown means for Ohio
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13:17We discuss how President Donald Trump's immigration policies are affecting Ohio, proposed changes to the recreational marijuana law, a new plan to end the death penalty and why parents want the state to take action on child care.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Ohio GOP wants to transform higher ed
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11:04We discuss Inauguration Day, the 2026 governor's race, new indictments in the House Bill 6 scandal and a bill that would eliminate DEI at universities.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We discuss the latest on Inauguration Day, potential changes to Ohio's Medicaid program and how the Ohio Republican Party chair made waves this week.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Amy Acton kicks off governor race
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12:55We discuss the latest with Ohio's Senate appointment, a new legislative session, which bills just became law and the first Democrat to join the 2026 race for governor.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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What we're watching in 2025
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11:48We discuss the end of this year's lame duck session and what's ahead for Ohio politics in 2025.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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A conversation with Rep. Bill Seitz
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28:05We talk with one of Ohio's longest-serving lawmakers as he prepares to retire this month.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We discuss the latest on fracking, a bill that would ban the teaching of "gender ideology" in schools, whether lawmakers will pass a hemp ban and which Ohioans got pardoned by President Joe Biden.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Voter turnout drops in Ohio's blue counties
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10:22We discuss depressed Democratic turnout in the Nov. 5 election, a controversial pension bill, another fight over Ohio's abortion laws and why an Amish order is suing the state.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Ohio House GOP picks new leader
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12:12We discuss the battle for Ohio House speaker, the outcome of the 9th Congressional District race, how Sen.-elect Bernie Moreno views Donald Trump's cabinet picks and what might be next for Sen. Sherrod Brown.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We discuss the campaign for Vice President-elect JD Vance's Senate seat and how Ohio lawmakers will spend the final weeks of their two-year legislative session.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explained podcast. During this edition we recap Tuesday’s general election and breakdown all the important race outcomes.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Everything to know about Tuesday's election
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10:41We break down the key races and issues on Ohio's Nov. 5 ballot.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Dead Ohio man charged with illegal voting
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12:34We discuss mass voter challenges, an Ohio Supreme Court ruling on animal abuse, why infant deaths are increasing and how Ohio officials accidentally charged a dead person with illegal voting.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Explaining Ohio's new drop box rules
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13:01We discuss new rules for who can use ballot drop boxes, the current state of our congressional map, how transgender issues are dominating the Ohio Senate race and why House Republicans owe $1.6 million.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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To debate or not debate?
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10:42We discuss a key Ohio congressional race, why the Senate candidates may not debate, the status of a law banning foreign campaign contributions and how lawmakers are spending money on private schools.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We talk with supporters and opponents of Issue 1 and explain everything you need to know about the November ballot measure.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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The veepstakes debate edition
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13:25USA Today Network Ohio Bureau Chief Anthony Shoemaker speaks with politics reporter Laura Bischoff on the latest episode of the Ohio Politics Explained podcast. During this edition we recap Tuesday's Vice Presidential debate. talk about how Ohio's voter registration deadline is quickly approaching, and discuss the recent abortion data that came out…
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The high stakes of Ohio's Senate race
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12:08We discuss the race between Sen. Sherrod Brown and businessman Bernie Moreno and how Ohio could tip the scales in the U.S. Senate.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Bernie Moreno blasted over abortion
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12:31We discuss why Bernie Moreno is facing criticism for his abortion comments, the latest infighting in Ohio's teacher pension system, a key endorsement for the anti-Issue 1 campaign and why Larry Householder is still spending campaign money.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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We discuss the candidates running for Ohio Supreme Court in November and which issues are dominating those races.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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Ohio becomes target for threats
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10:53We discuss the latest news out of Springfield, threats against Secretary of State Frank LaRose's office, what happened with the Issue 1 lawsuit and the state of Ohio's youth prisons.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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What's happening in Springfield, Ohio?
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10:32We break down how Springfield found itself in the middle of a national immigration debate - and what is and is not happening in the community.Von Ohio Politics Explained
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