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Keeping Experience on the Bench: Judge Lisa McGowan on Family Court, Kids, and a Third Term
Judge Lisa McGowan has presided over Lucas County's Domestic Relations Court since 2015. She sat down with the VoteR podcast to talk streamlined cases, protecting children, and why specialized experience matters.
Data Centers - To be or Not to be?
The answer can't be either NO! or Hell NO!! On the other hand, prudent government is not about boosterism or obstruction. Vivek Ramaswamy's platform regarding data centers, "Ohioans-First Data Center Pledge" is the right answer for an immediate temporary freeze, strict conditions on data centers and local community subsidization is the right approach to resolve the issue in the interests of Ohio citizens and local communities.
Meet Ian Chamberlain, Republican for Ohio House District 41
Ian Chamberlain — a Toledo native who negotiated Department of Defense contracts — sits down with the VoteR podcast about his run for Ohio House District 41.
Meet Dave Karmol, Republican for Ohio House District 43
Dave Karmol — Toledo native, former state representative, and son of State Rep. Irma Karmol — sits down with the VoteR podcast about his run for Ohio House District 43.
The Progressive Pivot - Democratic Socialist Drift
How progressive leaders use the "Woke 1" framing to distance themselves from failed policy outcomes (like rising crime rates or school shutdowns) without actually abandoning their core political apparatus.
Help Wanted - Anchor for Democracy
The Lucas County Board of Elections is actively seeking dedicated residents in a paid, temporary role to serve as a Precinct Election Official for the Nov. 2026 election.
The Stakes Couldn't Be Higher!
The decisions made at the ballot box during 2026 elections will directly impact our paychecks, our schools, our neighborhood safety, the future of the Republic.
Inside Lucas County's Elections: A Conversation with Don Miller of the Board of Elections
Don Miller of the Lucas County Board of Elections explains the bipartisan process behind every ballot — and why the county needs more poll workers.
Meet Ed Schimmel, Republican for Ohio House District 44
Northwood Mayor Ed Schimmel on data centers, school funding, school choice, and ending unfunded mandates — and his run for the open 44th District seat.
Meet Robert McMahon, Republican for Ohio House District 42
Robert McMahon — Toledo small-business owner, church musician, and economist — on why government should manage the people's money like a household budget.
Meet Jaime Agnew, Republican for Lucas County Probate Judge
Jaime Agnew shares how taking custody of her 9-year-old brother led her to law school, and why she believes change in the probate court is long overdue.
FROM “INDEPENDENT” TO REPUBLICAN!?
The author recounts their journey from being an unaffiliated voter to serving as a Republican state representative, arguing that self-reflection led them to realize their values aligned with the Republican Party and encouraging others to examine their own political beliefs.