Ohio Defeats John Kasich Anti-Union Law

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When you hear Sean Hannity or Rush Limbaugh trying to turn the Ohio lemons into lemonade, don't believe them. This was a big issue, nationwide. What Ohio did in defeating the anti-union measure proves that the people don't just have to sit and take these extreme laws and lawmakers.

Now, the passage of a law allowing Ohio to opt out of "Obamacare" is a bit troubling. I'm not sure exactly what it means (is there a Kasichcare?), but it will be interesting to watch as the Affordable Care Act takes effect in states that haven't opted out. I just hope my Ohioan sister and her family aren't getting gypped here.


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Ohio Issue 2 Results: Voters Repeal Controversial Collective Bargaining Law

. . .What could these results mean?

They could mean that Democratic-leaning groups like, say, unions, can get organized and get out the vote, both important skills leading up to the 2012 presidential election, particularly in a swing state like Ohio. That energy and organization could also help Democrats get two other referendums on the November 2012 ballot and approved. But then again, that election is a year away. . .

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