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Athens County state reps mum on response to state Issues 1 and 2
As Ohio Republicans respond to the passage of state ballot issues on abortion and marijuana, Athens County state reps are staying quiet.
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Issue 1 handily rejected in Athens County, across Ohio
Athens County voters rejected by over 70% an attempt to limit voters’ power to amend the state constitution.
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Edwards comment spreads disinformation
When asked about his no vote on the special election, Edwards chose to spread disinformation about a proposed amendment on the November ballot.
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Issue 1 is an attack on democracy — vote No
A core principle of democracy is majority rule. Issue 1 is an attack on democracy.
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‘5% of electors’ is crystal clear
The constitutional amendment proposed in Issue 1 clearly and unambiguously sets its own metric for required signatures: 5% of the electors of the county.
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What you need to know about the Aug. 8 special election
If all goes according to plan, Ohio will hold a special election in just two months, on Aug. 8. On the ballot is a single issue which would make it more difficult to amend the Ohio constitution.
