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MAKING CHANGE AND IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY
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When Washington Goes Dark: How a Government Shutdown Impacts Ohio’s Communities
When the federal government shuts down, the effects ripple far beyond Washington. It’s not just delayed paychecks and closed offices — a...
Food Stamps Cuts in Ohio: The Ripple Effect on Families and Communities
Cuts to food stamps will ripple through families, schools, and local businesses. This isn’t only about empty plates—it’s about who we ...
“Who Cares if I Vote?”: Why Your Voice Matters 60 Years After the Historic Voting Rights Act
On August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law—a game-changer that broke down the walls keeping millions of Black folks and ...
When Freedom Isn’t Free: What We Could Lose After the Big Beautiful Bill
Every year on July 4th America paints itself in red, white, and blue. Firework shows are held in most cities. American flags are seen everyw...
Ohio’s DEI Ban Is Messing With Our Future And We Need to Talk About It
Let’s be real: Ohio just took a major step back. So here’s the deal — on March 28, 2025, Governor DeWine signed Senate Bill 1 into law...
The Student Loan Storm Is Here, Ohio – Don’t Let It Catch You Slippin’
Hey Ohio –the time to play it cool about student loans is over. Uncle Sam isn’t waiting anymore. Starting May 2025, if you’ve been ign...
Get the Tea on Tariffs: How Price Hikes Could Hit Ohio—and What You Can Do About It
Tariffs is not just some political buzzword—they’re taxes the government puts on goods we bring in from other countries. When those tari...
Defending DEI in Ohio: How Its Removal Threatens Education, Jobs, and Racial Equity
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have been instrumental in addressing historical injustices and creating opportunities for...
The Power of Our Vote: A Renewed Call to Action for Black Civic Engagement
In today’s political climate, the stakes for Black communities could not be higher. Across the nation, policies are being shaped that dire...
Citizens Not Politicians
This November, Ohioans will have the opportunity to vote on the Citizens Not Politicians amendment to end gerrymandering!...
