Bettman Wins Ohio Supreme Court Primary With Personal Campaign Push
In Columbus, Judge Marianna Brown Bettman led the Democratic primary 71 percent to 29 percent over J. Ross Haffey with 99 percent of votes counted. Bettman will face Evelyn Stratton in November. Haffey, from Gates Mills, blamed low turnout and party loyalists for his defeat.
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Ohio Republicans split over Doles running mate choice
Ohio voters faced a toss up between George Voinovich and Colin Powell as Bob Dole sought a vice presidential pick after sweeping Ohio and other primaries. Exit polls show a marginal difference within the margin of error, with voters citing charisma and leadership as deciding factors.
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Computer glitch delays Lorain Elyria poll results
A computer error blocked sending Lorain area results to Elyria, forcing election workers to read totals over the phone and add by hand. Final tallies were released about 11 30 p m Tuesday night with candidates awaiting outcome.
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Cincinnati Stadium Tax Hike Wins Voters Approval
Voters approve a half cent sales tax to fund separate Reds and Bengals stadiums in Cincinnati but require teams to contribute. The measure passes 61 to 89 percent with negotiations pending over team financing and design plans.
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Guv's wife Janet Voinovich elected to GOP central committee
Janet Voinovich wife of Gov George Voinovich won a seat on the Ohio Republican Party central committee in Cuyahoga County with 3478 votes to 205 for Gladys Rini. The AP tally cites 98 percent of precincts reporting in the 21st Senate district.
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Presidents birthplace to battleground for next election
In Ohio Clinton skips a pre primary appearance but plans a weekend run to bolster his profile. He will speak at a Democratic fund raiser in Cincinnati during his 11th Ohio trip as president, while Gore has visited the state eight times.
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