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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
53 years ago, Roe v. Wade recognized reproductive freedom as a constitutional right. Its overturning four years ago was a devastating blow to women in Ohio and across the country.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
🚨 Democrats running statewide need your help to get on the ballot. 🚨 Ohio Dems will be gathering petition signatures this Saturday, January 17 in Columbus. Stop by anytime from 10am - 1pm to sign petitions & support our statewide candidates. RSVP for location: www.mobilize.us/ohdems/event...
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Ohio Dems Candidate Petition Drive - Columbus · Ohio Democratic Party
Stop by at any point between 10 am and 1 pm to sign petitions to get our Democratic candidates on the ballot, including Sherrod Brown and Amy Acton. Location is in Columbus and will be provided upon...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Yesterday, Central Ohio Young Black Dems held their elections. With strong turnout and remarks from our Vice Chair André Washington, it was a powerful night of leadership and energy. Congratulations to the newly elected board!
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Senate Democrats @dscc.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
Time after time, Jon Husted has blocked every effort to address the crisis he helped create and stop health care costs from rising further for Ohio families.
"Jon Husted, nine times, has voted to allow insurance rates to double and triple" Sherrod Brown Ohio Capital Journal
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
Wishing everyone celebrating a warm and joyful Hanukkah. May your homes be filled with light and love over the next eight nights! 💙
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Absolutely insane. Vivek Ramaswamy is offering anything but direct help for Ohio families. How out of touch can you be?
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‘ENOUGH’: Meghan McCain Outraged at Vivek Ramaswamy’s Deleted Plan for Year-Round School
Republican commentator Meghan McCain labeled Vivek Ramaswamy's (R) plan to keep kids in school year-round as "absolutely insane."
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Ohio Democrats just launched a statewide push with Contest Every Race to recruit candidates for local office in 2026. From school boards to county commissions, we are making sure no Republicans runs unopposed in the offices that shape our communities. www.politico.com/news/2025/04...
politico.com
Dem group plans $12M investment in rural areas, with an eye toward 2028
The investment comes as Democrats for years have struggled in rural swaths of the country.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Ohio now has 28 counties without a single OB-GYN. That's unacceptable and dangerous. People need access to basic prenatal and reproductive care for their health and safe childbirth. As @anitamd.bsky.social asked: What happens is people don’t get care? ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/26/w...
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'What happens is people don't get care.' Ohio has 24 counties without an OB-GYN, according to KFF • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio has 24 counties without an OB-GYN, according to KFF. The data they used was from 2021.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Ohio sliding towards a recession? Could it be the decades of Republican supermajorities in Ohio? Spoiler: Answer is yes... ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/11/17/o...
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Ohio's economic future is hazy, but a recession might be looming, Fed survey indicates • Ohio Capital Journal
One measure used by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, Ohio says there's a 24% chance that the U.S. economy was in recession last month. And signs are mounting that if the economy isn't already in...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Imagine having education policy so bad even your biggest supporters are hoping it's AI. www.rawstory.com/vivek-ramasw...
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MAGA candidate's proposal for schools so damaging that his allies insist it's fake
Ohio Republicans gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy offered a proposal to improve education so controversial that MAGA allies are claiming it's fake.Ramaswamy posted a video on social media title...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Prices are up across your entire thanksgiving table and Jon Husted is a big reason why. Higher food costs. Higher travel costs. More flight delays. Ohio families are paying more while Husted keeps siding with his donors and corporations.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
We're all paying the Trump Tax this Thanksgiving. You've no doubt noticed higher totals at the checkout counter. Find out how much more your plate cost this year. 👇 tcf.org/content/comm...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Trump's Big Expensive Holiday Season is upon us. Yay... Good luck with your flights this week! thehill.com/policy/trans...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Healthcare costs in Ohio are set to skyrocket if Ohio Republicans let federal healthcare credits expire. Over half a million Ohioans will see premiums double while GOP leaders like Sen. Jon Husted do nothing but say "NO" to every solution we offer.
ohiocapitaljournal.com
Ohio health insurance to get much more costly without action to renew federal credits • Ohio Capital Journal
The federal government shutdown has ended, but Ohioans are still looking down the barrel of significant increases in health care costs starting in 2026.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Bernie Moreno made his fortune off the same private equity greed that's threatening union jobs at Ohio's paper mill. He lied to workers, and now he's nowhere to be seen. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/09/b...
nytimes.com
A MAGA Senator Promised Hope for a Dying Ohio Mill. Then Reality Set In.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Ohio Republicans don't want to count eligible ballots if it arrives after Election Day, even if postmarked prior to deadline. This will make it harder for seniors, rural voters, & service members to vote. GOP strategy in a nutshell. If you can't win, rig the rules. www.cleveland.com/news/2025/10...
cleveland.com
GOP senators move to eliminate mail-in ballot grace period before 2026
Ohio Senate Bill 293 would require all mail-in ballots to arrive by Election Day, ending the state's four-day grace period.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Our Chair Kathleen Clyde is confident @repmarcykaptur.bsky.social will win her redrawn district. Marcy's record speaks for itself. She delivers for working families while Republicans keep pushing failed policies that do not help with raising costs. www.13abc.com/2025/11/06/o...
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Ohio Democratic Party chair ‘confident’ Kaptur can win redrawn Republican-favored district
Ohio Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde said she believes Kaptur can win despite the challenging district.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Electric bills have nearly doubled for Ohio families and Republicans are cashing checks from the utility companies raising prices, while making record profits.
cleveland.com
Electric bills doubled for many Ohioans — and they’re furious: The Readers Write
Ohioans are facing doubled electricity bills, causing frustration and economic strain, with blame placed on data centers and state policies.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
We're ready to win! Are you? Help elect folks who want to help YOU! 🫵 ohiodems.org/2026 👈
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Senator Bernie Moreno's creepy stalking behavior is a bad look for Ohio. Should U.S. Senators be stalking their Democrat colleagues? www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...
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Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno blasted for 'creepy' behavior after collecting Democrats' car IDs
U.S. Sen. Jacky Rosen of Nevada accused Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno of invading the privacy of Senate Democrats and their staff.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
The GOP shutdown could close Ohio's Head Start programs in November, leaving young children without care and parents without options. Call your representative. Tell them to get to work NOW and stop their attacks on families. www.cleveland.com/open/2025/10...
cleveland.com
Ohio Head Start programs face November closure from federal shutdown
Several Head Start programs in Ohio involving thousands of children risk losing services if the federal government shutdown continues through Nov. 1. Closures could create sudden day care challenges f...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Big thanks to all the candidates who ran, the volunteers who talked to voters, and the poll workers who made sure everyone’s voice was heard!
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Health insurance costs in Ohio are set to spike up to 9% next year because Ohio Republicans are insisting on blocking ACA funding and sabotaging affordable care. Inflation is up and wages are lagging behind. Republican political games are bankrupting Ohio families. www.dispatch.com/story/news/h...
dispatch.com
Ohioans' health insurance was expensive this year. It will cost even more in 2026
It's the fourth year in a row health insurance costs will rise in the U.S.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Ohio Democrats are fired up and ready to go! Voters all across Ohio voted for lowering their costs and strengthening their communities. This enthusiasm from voters will carry into 2026 and help fuel our work to mobilize, grow, and win. www.statenews.org/government-p...
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Ohio Democratic Party Chair: Tuesday's election forecasts good news for 2026
While there weren’t any statewide races in Ohio, the leader of the state’s Democrats said she thinks local results suggest positive things for next year.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Democrats overperformed expectations across Ohio and the country, winning local races from city halls to school boards. These victories are proof that voters have had enough of Republicans who are determined to listen to special interest and Trump, not the people. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
politico.com
Democrats didn’t just rebound. They dominated.
"This is a foreshadow of what we're going to see next year," said one strategist.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Congratulations to all of our winners! Democrats are ready to keep working to lower costs, build communities, and make life easier for Ohio's working families. Your local Democratic elected officials show up for Ohioans. We can't wait to see what they'll continue to accomplish!
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
This didn't happen on it's own. Columbus attorney @cityattyklein.bsky.social took the Trump-Vance admin to court and won. This is a win for working families everywhere. No one should be facing a hunger crisis because of the GOP's political games. www.wosu.org/politics-gov...
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Judges order the Trump admin to pay for SNAP benefits following lawsuit by Columbus, other cities
Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must to continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds duri...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Congratulations to Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz on his re-election! Toledo’s become a national leader in economic development under his leadership, with record investment in infrastructure and progress for working families! www.13abc.com/2025/11/05/t...
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Toledo mayor declares victory in mayoral race
A win for Kapszukiewicz would mark history for the City of Toledo.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Congratulations to @justinmbibb.bsky.social on his re-election! Mayor Bibb’s energy and innovation have brought real progress to Cleveland. His next term will keep building a city that works for everyone.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Congratulations to Mayor Aftab Pureval on his re-election! He’s worked to lower costs, make neighborhoods safer, and build a city government that works for everyone, not just the well-connected. Cincinnati re-elected a champion for working families!
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Polls are closing soon, but you still have time! If you're waiting in line, keep waiting! Thank you for making your voices heard Ohio!
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Ohio House Dems @ohhousedems.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Today is #electionday! 🇺🇸Voting is one of the most fundamental rights that we have. Make your voice heard and have a plan to vote today. Polls are open 6:30am-7:30pm. 🗳️
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
A federal judge just ruled the Trump-Vance admin likely broke the law by refusing to fund SNAP benefits during their shutdown. They've been ordered to release $6 billion in food aid which is critical for the 1.4 million Ohioans that Republicans put at risk of going hungry.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Need more information? Visit: ohiodems.org/vote
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Let's get out and vote Dayton! ohiodems.org/vote
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Ohio House Dems @ohhousedems.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
More than 1.4M Ohioans, nearly half of them children, rely on SNAP to put food on the table. A federal shutdown threatens this vital lifeline. No family should go hungry because of political gridlock in Washington or budget shortfalls in Columbus. #shutdown #saveSNAP
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
It's clear Ohioans know Republicans aren't working for them. Democrats are fired up and ready to WIN this November and beyond.
newsweek.com
Democrats’ chances of flipping Ohio Senate seat get boost: poll
According to a new poll, former Senator Sherrod Brown is narrowly ahead of Republican Jon Husted in the Senate race.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
We're fired up and ready to Get Out The Vote! Are you down to help? Sign up to volunteer: Ohiodems.org/volunteer
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Sign Up To Volunteer · Ohio Democratic Party
There are important elections across all of Ohio this November and we need your help to connect with voters in your community. Sign up to volunteer with Democrats in your area and we will be in touch ...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
Team ODP is excited to be in Akron today helping Fran Wilson knock doors and talk to voters! Fran is driven by community, organizing for civil rights, and ready to fight for fair the representation of Ward 1! Learn more about the campaign at: votefran.com
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
1.4 million Ohioans could lose food assistance in November because Republicans won't end their government shutdown. Democrats are fighting to keep families fed while GOP leaders play politics.
cleveland.com
Ohio warns 1.4 million could lose SNAP benefits in November due to federal shutdown
State officials say federal shutdown could disrupt $263 million in monthly food assistance distributed to more than 1 million Ohioans each month beginning Nov. 1.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Ohio Dems are knocking doors to Get Out The Vote! Have you voted yet? To make your voting plan, visit Ohiodems.org/vote
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb's first term proved what happens when new leadership delivers real results. While Republicans cling to the past, leaders like Mayor Bibb are building the future right here in Ohio.
cleveland.com
A mayoralty of youth and energy - Justin Bibb’s first four years did not disappoint: editorial
Bibb is exactly the right person to serve as Cleveland mayor now and for the next four years. We look forward to what he will do with a second term -- and what he might do when he moves to his next ch...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
This week, we witnessed another sham hearing and we still haven't seen a Republican map. It's time for statehouse Republicans to answer to the people.
ohiocapitaljournal.com
Ohio Democrats pitch congressional map, GOP redistricting commissioners shrug • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio Minority Leaders, Sen. Nickie Antonio and Rep. Dani Isaacsohn, made an impassioned case for their map during this week's Ohio Redistricting Commission hearing. Republicans on the panel seemed unm...
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
This is what fighting for YOU looks like. Ohio's congressional Democrats are working hard to protect health care compared to the Republicans who would rather shut down the government than lower the cost of your health care.
ohiocapitaljournal.com
Ohio Congress members keep up fight for health care as government shutdown continues • Ohio Capital Journal
Congressional Democrats from Ohio say they’re still fighting to keep health care for Ohioans as a government shutdown and stalemate continues on Capitol Hill.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
A week ago Ohio Dems hosted a sold out Ohio Rising dinner. Over the weekend Ohioans hit the doors and helped set a record for the largest single day protest in US history. It's clear that the people are ready for change.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
We're 20 days into October and we have yet to see the Ohio GOP release their congressional map. Time is running out for fair maps. ⏰
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" will gut $33 billion in funding from Medicaid and force rural hospitals to the brink of collapse. Jon Husted didn't seem to care when he voted to pass the bill.
ohiocapitaljournal.com
Ohio's rural and safety-net hospitals will lose big under new Medicaid rules, analysis says • Ohio Capital Journal
New Medicaid work requirements will cost millions care. For many hospitals, that will decrease revenue and increase costs, a new report says.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
We made ourselves clear in 2023 when we protected abortion rights in Ohio's Constitution. Now, Republicans in the Statehouse want to undo the voters' will. ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/10/08/o...
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Ohio Republican lawmakers look to regulate abortion, push against constitutional amendment • Ohio Capital Journal
Ohio Republican lawmakers have introduced several bills to regulate abortion and reproductive health care despite the constitutional amendment approved by 57% of Ohio voters in 2023.
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Republicans control all branches of the government, but instead of working across the aisle for the American people, they've shut down the government. Progress requires bipartisan cooperation, which is why Rep. Sykes calls on her Republican colleagues to come to Washington and reopen the government.
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ohdems.bsky.social @ohdems.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Weird. Decades of Republican control isn't working?
wkyc.com
Ohio witnessing migration wave as residents exit state in search of better opportunities
Ohio is expected to drop from the 7th most populus state to the 9th by 2030, according to data from the Ohio Department of Development.
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