Opinion and Editorial

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Checkup time for Obamacare

Opinion: “In a few moments, when I sign this bill, all of the overheated rhetoric over reform will finally


Cruz has nothing to offer the nation

Opinion: By Jose Miguel Leyva Tribune News Service Imagine a politician so desperate to stay relevant


Bunny rabbits aren’t toys

Opinion: By Kendall Bryant People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Easter is almost upon us, or as we


How can we judge Iran deal?

Opinion: If you’re confused about whether a nuclear deal with Iran would be good for America — or for Israel


There’s no dispute: Cops need body-worn cameras

Opinion: By Joel Mathis and Ben Boychuk Tribune News Service Most weeks find RedBlueAmerica columnists


Face of a woman

Opinion: By Maria Castellucci Chicago Tribune What’s one thing all the cash in your wallet has in common?


United Way’s expanded mission enhances quality of life for all

Editorial: Think of United Way, and most in our community instantly think of compassionate and benevolent


Clinton’s past marked by failures

Opinion: WASHINGTON An abscess of anger seems to gnaw at Hillary Clinton, but the reasons for her


Closing YDC would border on crime against humanity

Opinion: Closing YDC would border on crime against humanity I am the medical director at Youngstown


Impeach Boehner and McConnell

Opinion: They represent America by their own desires


Advice to tea party members: Don't bet the house on No. 47

Opinion: Romney and a group of US senators have felt the sting


Ringling Bros. works to save, protect elephants, other animals

Opinion: Criticism in a recent Vindicator column was misguided


Look on bright side of unemployment as Tamarkin ends Mahoning Valley operations

Opinion: Individuals can benefit though society, economy suffer


Let’s reap a bounty in this spring’s Harvest for Hunger

Editorial: Again this year, The Vindicator and our broadcast partner 21 WFMJ-TV are proud to be counted among


Sales tax buyer’s remorse

Opinion: Each new revelation of public dollars squandered by Mahoning County government officials is