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Dann’s troubles behind him — finally

Opinion: More than five years after he resigned in shame as the state’s attorney general, perhaps Marc Dann


Did Pelosi pick a DINO for the 6th?

Opinion: While neither has officially announced their candidacy, a Democratic primary in the 6th


Boccieri may seek return to D.C. but not now

Opinion: The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, which recruits and raises money for political


Even a narrow victory can shrink

Opinion: The close Democratic primary for Youngstown mayor got even closer when all of the votes were


A challenger emerging in 6th District

Opinion: State Sen. Lou Gentile has quickly emerged as the Democratic Party’s leading candidate for the 6th


Outcome of mayoral race a surprise

Opinion: There were some people, including myself, surprised by the results of the Democratic primary for


Mayor’s race a real yawner

Opinion: The Democratic primary for the Youngstown mayoral race can best be summed up in one word: quiet.


NFL draft spurs Johnson’s campaign

Opinion: How does a politician get featured in two of my columns in the same month? Typically, they do


Charlie Wilson’s death was a shock

Opinion: Despite former U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson suffering a serious stroke on Feb. 21, his death Sunday left


Mayoral hopeful finally comes clean

Opinion: Matthew Smith, a Democratic candidate for Youngstown mayor, is not a college graduate. There’s


Opening day with a twist

Opinion: U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson’s campaign is on a sporting events kick lately, seeking to connect them to


Hope springs eternal for Democrats

Opinion: The crowd appeared enthusiastic, giving the likely 2014 Democratic statewide executive-branch ticket


Ryan avoids slings, arrows

Opinion: U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan made the right decision not running for governor in next year’s election. Ryan


Dems unveil ‘dream’ ticket

Opinion: The Ohio Democratic Party will highlight its likely 2014 statewide ticket at its annual dinner


Tricky political proposition

Opinion: Reducing voting precincts is tricky — more so for the political implications than the ease of those