Romney better prepared as Ohio votes in GOP race
The piece argues Mitt Romney is more prepared than rivals to face Obama, with Ohio voters split over Rick Santorum's social conservative stance. It notes Santorum leads Romney in polls in Ohio by 7 to 11 points but warns the lead is fragile as voters may shift.
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Op-Ed: Gas prices not Obama's fault
The piece argues gas price spikes in 2008 and since 2012 aren t caused by Obama, citing speculative trading and demand. It blames Wall Street, Iran supply uncertainty, and GOP claims while noting offshore drilling has limited impact and urges a shift to green energy and tech to reduce oil dependence.
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Lorain County Board Plans TB Clinic Closure
A reader warns that closing the tuberculosis clinic by January 31 and transferring duties to a private hospital will undermine the clinic’s public health role. The letter urges expert TB input and reversal of the decision, noting past progress and current risks.
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Renewal levy support for Midview Schools urged by letter writer
Judy Miller of Grafton Township backs the Midview Schools renewal levy after absentee voting, praising the new board and staff while urging financial care. The Lorain County Joint Vocational School seeks an operating levy to fund technology and training, noting a $1.29 monthly rise for a $100,000 home and potential 23 percent revenue loss if defeated. Issue 15 appears on Tuesday’s ballot.
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Super PACs and Kingmaking in the Presidential Race
The Washington Post critiques super PACs as hidden kingmakers in the GOP contest led by figures like Sheldon Adelson and Mitt Romney. It argues Citizens United changed nothing about individual spending, cites Buckley v. Valeo, and notes public support for private funding over government financing of campaigns. George Will’s column is referenced.
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