Ohio Republicans make overture to black Democrats on congressional remap
Published: Tuesday, October 18, 2011, 11:00 PM Updated: Wednesday, October 19, 2011, 12:48 AM
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Statehouse Republicans have reached out to black Democrats to see if they might break from their party colleagues to begin talks about a deal on an alternative congressional redistricting map.
"Can we contact you about the maps? That was the message that I got," said Rep. Sandra Williams, a Cleveland Democrat who heads the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus. Williams said the message came from "a third party" on Tuesday and that she had not responded to the overture. Instead, she said she was contacting OLBC members to let them know about the interest from Republicans.
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Published: 10/19/2011
GOP back at work to try to solve map feud
BY JIM PROVANCE
BLADE COLUMBUS BUREAU CHIEF
BLADE COLUMBUS BUREAU CHIEF
COLUMBUS -- With Ohio's congressional district map under the threat of voter referendum, Ohio Republicans will return to the Statehouse Wednesday to at least try to buy themselves some time.
Lawmakers had not planned to return to session until after the Nov. 8 election, but a shelved bill to postpone the 2012 presidential primary election is suddenly back on for votes in both the Senate and House this week.
"It gives us more time to figure out what we're going to do," said Rep. Louis Blessing (R., Cincinnati), one of the chief sponsors of House Bill 318, the primary election date bill.
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Hannah Report 10/18/11
Cincinnati Icon Carl Lindner Dies at 92
Cincinnati business leader Carl Lindner Jr., who founded American Financial Group and United Dairy Farmers and invested in a slew of other high profile businesses, died late Monday at age 92, the financial company announced in a statement Tuesday.
Lindner owned or had controlling interests in such companies as Chiquita, The Cincinnati Enquirer and the Cincinnati Reds, and he contributed to numerous community organizations and philanthropic causes.
State leaders issued statements Tuesday praising Lindner's life and legacy:
“We’ve lost a giant. Carl Lindner had an uncommonly clear understanding of how to solve problems and nurture the best from the people around him. His unfailing love for Cincinnati made it a better place and those contributions will live on for generations. His story of success from humble roots is a classic American tale from which we can all be inspired. It was my pleasure to know him and I will miss him. Karen, Emma, Reese and I lift up the Lindner family in our prayers and ask that God bless them with His peace and comfort," said Gov. John Kasich.
“I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of my dear friend, Carl Lindner. He was a successful entrepreneur and selfless philanthropist who dedicated his life to giving back to the community. He has certainly left his mark on the great city of Cincinnati, as his legacy of creating jobs and devoting his life to serving others through his charitable contributions will continue to inspire all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Carl was a man of incredible integrity who devoted his time, energy, and livelihood to serving others so that they could live the American dream, just as he did. I know he will be sorely missed by his family and friends, as well as all in the city of Cincinnati -- the city he cherished and called his home," said House Speaker William Batchelder (R-Medina).
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Cincinnati Icon Carl Lindner Dies at 92
Cincinnati business leader Carl Lindner Jr., who founded American Financial Group and United Dairy Farmers and invested in a slew of other high profile businesses, died late Monday at age 92, the financial company announced in a statement Tuesday.
Lindner owned or had controlling interests in such companies as Chiquita, The Cincinnati Enquirer and the Cincinnati Reds, and he contributed to numerous community organizations and philanthropic causes.
State leaders issued statements Tuesday praising Lindner's life and legacy:
“We’ve lost a giant. Carl Lindner had an uncommonly clear understanding of how to solve problems and nurture the best from the people around him. His unfailing love for Cincinnati made it a better place and those contributions will live on for generations. His story of success from humble roots is a classic American tale from which we can all be inspired. It was my pleasure to know him and I will miss him. Karen, Emma, Reese and I lift up the Lindner family in our prayers and ask that God bless them with His peace and comfort," said Gov. John Kasich.
“I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of my dear friend, Carl Lindner. He was a successful entrepreneur and selfless philanthropist who dedicated his life to giving back to the community. He has certainly left his mark on the great city of Cincinnati, as his legacy of creating jobs and devoting his life to serving others through his charitable contributions will continue to inspire all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Carl was a man of incredible integrity who devoted his time, energy, and livelihood to serving others so that they could live the American dream, just as he did. I know he will be sorely missed by his family and friends, as well as all in the city of Cincinnati -- the city he cherished and called his home," said House Speaker William Batchelder (R-Medina).
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