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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Here is the link for the ICYMI for the week ending March 7th. => www.ohiosenate.gov/members/kent...

In Case You Missed It: Statehouse Edition - March 1-7, 2026 | Senator Kent Smith | Ohio Senate

Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

OK. BlueSky ... I still can't upload my ICYMI Statehouse Edition weekly updates. To my viewers here, we will keep trying but you can get the updates on my Ohio Senate web page and on all my other social media like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Threads and YouTube.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Zohran and Mamdani (formerly known as Concrete and Asphalt) Action Shot!

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Dear @bsky.app why are my videos not loading any more? I post them every Saturday morning and this is the third week in a row they have not been able to post. I thought we were BFFs.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

So BlueSky has not been allowing me to upload the last two ICYMI Statehouse Editions. .... So, I am going to try something else. ... Stay tuned BSky pals.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Tonight I was able to talk to the Shaker Heights Democratic Club at their endorsement meeting. My Democratic opponent was a No-Show.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Today, myself and several of my Ohio Senate and House Democratic colleagues were given the Friend of Public Education award by the Ohio Federation of Teachers. As a bonus, I got to hear from my pal Clara from the Ohio Students Association and Randi Weingarten, Prez of the American Fed. of Teachers.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Yesterday, I led a delegation of physicians, labor leaders, and community activists as we delivered 8,000 petition signatures to the University Hospital leadership asking that they not silence medical professionals who speak up for patient care. We were denied entry to the building.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Two dangerous things are happening in DC: 1. Trump is trying to discredit the 2026 midterms and 2. Congressional Republicans are trying to pass voter suppression legislation that could threaten the voting rights of 70 million married American women. We explain both in this week's ICYMI.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Trump's latest racist attack on the Obamas was despicable, but should surprise nobody. Reasonable Americans need to say that his views will not be tolerated. But we should recognize that it was intentional, meant to distract us from his unpopular and destructive policies. We discuss it all here.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

It was great to see my friend Cara Jacob yesterday in Columbus. She is going to be a great addition to the Ohio Senate.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Big News from this past weekend. I have been endorsed for reelection to the Ohio State Senate by the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party. #SendKentBackToColumbus

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Data Centers have exploded across Ohio because of a giant GOP tax cut being given to billion dollar corporations. As a result, our utility bills are higher and our electric grid is less stable. We discuss it and what me and my fellow Ohio Senate Democrats are doing about it in this week's ICYMI.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

I have been officially endorsed by the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party for my 2026 Ohio State Senate reelection campaign. Thank you Democrats. #SendKentBackToColumbus

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Ohio Statehouse Action Shot! Tuesday night. Doing the work.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

As Trump's war on basic liberties continues in Minnesota, I remind us that he wanted to do this in his first term too. I also share the two groups of people who can stop what's going on. All in this week's ICYMI Statehouse Edition.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Great evening tonight at the Golden Tavern and I was very proud to be introduced by my friend, and Senate District 21 voter, Dr. Lauren Beene.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

If you are tired of being inside due to the cold AND you want to help send me back to Columbus, I got just the thing for you. Thursday night come to our campaign kickoff fundraiser or you can contribute online through Kent Smith dot org. Thanks for everyone's support.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

With all the insanity coming out of the White House, you may have missed a significant interview with Vivek Ramaswamy. The likely GOP nominee for Ohio Governor said Medicaid was a mistake. Really? Over 3 million Ohioans depend on Medicaid, so getting rid of it would be terrible. We explain it here.

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CNN @cnn.com · 24/01/2026

Workers, Obamacare enrollees and Medicare beneficiaries are all contending with steeper-than-usual hikes in their health insurance premiums for 2026 – yet another stressor in the nation’s affordability crisis. cnn.it/49RpMzs

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Attention Friends! In 2026, I am running for reelection to the Ohio State Senate. Please join our campaign. Share this video, contribute if you can, but also say good things about the work we do in the Capitol. Help send me back to Columbus. Together we can change Ohio.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Ohio's next Governor (Amy Acton) came to Euclid tonight for an event and a good time was had by all.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

MLK would have been 97 on Jan 15th. We should remember what he stood for and the America he thought was possible. While difficult days await, the future of this nation is up to us. There are 288 days until the midterms. There are 1,023 days until the next Presidential election.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Today I represented the Ohio Senate at the annual Akron Library MLK Lecture featuring Dr Jelani Cobb. I got to visit with Akron Mayor Shammas Malik, State. Rep, Veronica Sims, & former colleagues Emilia and Vernon Sykes.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

This afternoon, I was honored to speak at the swearing in ceremony for Richmond Heights Mayor Kim Thomas and two members of their City Council - Bobby Jordan and Cherita Shaw. They are all great leaders for a community that I used to represent in Columbus as a State Representative.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

As we pass the one year mark of Trump's second term, let's look back at a recent interview he gave and the final major campaign speech by Kamala Harris. But since the calendar only moves forward, let's consider our next steps with help from some champions of democracy - Kamala, John Lewis, and MLK.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Great News. My State Senate reelection campaign has earned it's first major endorsement. The Northshore AFL CIO has recommended that we be formally endorsed by the Ohio AFL CIO. In celebration, here are a few photos of my 205 labor activism.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Zohran and Mamdani are practicing their cat camouflage skills. Sneaky sneaky.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Tonight's live music was Kid Tigrrr and Austra at the Beachland Ballroom.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

In this week's ICYMI, we will demonstrate that Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine likes suppressing legally cast ballots more than he likes telling the truth. We will use his own words, from 2023 and 2025, to prove that point. The GOP is trying to steal your vote so they can steal the midterms.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Last night, I was proud (and lucky) to represent the Ohio General Assembly at the 46th anniversary of the Cleveland Orchestra's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration concert. This free concert is always one of the best events of the year and last night's performance was fantastic.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

I had a great time speaking to Indivisible NEO last Wednesday night. I hope to return soon to provide more Statehouse updates. ... Also we are still trying to get our ICYMI update posted on BlueSky. Technical Issues. It's up on all our other social media accounts.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Packed room last night with the Ashtabula County Democratic Party at our first 2026 World Tour speaking engagement. Just some of the highlights included taking photos with some of the local celebrities and reminding everyone that I am Ohio's 4th nicest politician.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

A new year means ... New World Tour dates! On Tuesday, I will be in Ashtabula County as a guest of the Ashtabula County Democratic Party. On Wednesday, I will be in Cleveland Heights as a guest of Indivisible NEO. And Monday I will be back in the Capitol. #DoingTheWork

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

The Grinch tries to ruin the holidays by stealing people's joy. Which means, the Grinch has a lot in common with ... the Ohio GOP. In this week's ICYMI, Senator Santa Smith shares six things Statehouse Republicans did that were inspired by the Grinch.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Protests and parades and floor speeches and #ICYMI video updates and roller derby sounds about right. But the cats are filing a protest for being left off the 2025 Top 9. Happy New Year everyone.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

In this week's ICYMI, Senator Santa Smith looks at 5 things Ohio Statehouse Republicans did this year that were inspired by Scrooge. Hang on to your wallets, Ohio, the Ohio GOP wants to steal your money.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

Rest easy everyone. The Hunter is making sure Santa doesn't skip any houses.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Momma Cat was doing her best standing watch over the family Christmas tree. ... Until her security burden became too much. ... And she fell asleep on the job.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Manufacturing is a very important part of the Ohio economy. So why is President Trump trying to harm it? And why is Governor DeWine also doing damage to manufacturing? We explain and ask you to get involved in this week's ICYMI.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

This afternoon Rep. Eric Synenberg and I were in Beachwood for the ribbon cutting of the new Brayden Elementary School. Congrats to the Beachwood School Board and the entire Beachwood community on this historic day.

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Kent Smith @kentsmith.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

One of the advantages of coming down to the Capitol for meetings is the opportunity to breakaway and buy local music at an independent record store. Happy Holidays to me from Angela Perley and Spoonful Records.

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