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Columbus, Ohio- Today, the Republican-controlled Ohio Supreme Court ruled in the case of Berkheimer v REKM that boneless chicken wings can have bones. 

In this case, a Southwest Ohio man ate a “boneless” chicken wing that actually contained a bone, suffering an injury that would prove life-altering. Naturally, he sued the supplier of chicken wings for damages. But in a 4-3 vote, Supreme Court Republicans ruled that he should have reasonably expected that there was a bone in the boneless wings. From the trial court on, this case was decided by a panel of judges, not a jury of his peers.

“The majority opinion makes a factual determination to ensure that a jury does not have a chance to apply something the majority opinion lacks − common sense,” wrote Democratic Justice Michael Donnelly in his dissent.

“Today’s shameful decision is yet another example of Republicans on the Supreme Court throwing common sense out the window to help special interests– at the cost of standing up for Ohioans.” said Ohio Democratic Party spokeswoman Katie Seewer. “If Republicans want a result in a case, they’ll stop at nothing to get it- even if it means contorting the truth so that bones can be expected in boneless chicken. If they are willing to say something that any kindergartener would know is nonsense, what happens when complex matters come to the court? Are Ohioans expected to trust this GOP majority with their reproductive rights and upholding the constitution? 

Columbus, OH –  On the 15th anniversary of the last minimum wage increase, Ohioans are being reminded that Bernie Moreno “doesn’t believe there should be a minimum wage” and said “the market will flush that out.”

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Cleveland.com: Ohio Senate race: Where do the Republican candidates stand on minimum wage hike?
Andrew Tobias
February 27, 2024

• During a televised candidate forum last week…Bernie Moreno [was] asked about the minimum wage and whether they thought there even should be a minimum wage.

• Moreno said that “markets are the best way to determine what a wage should be,” adding that employers can choose to offer good wages and benefits to get good workers.

• “And at the end of the day, the markets will flush that out…”

American Journal: Republican Bernie Moreno opposes existence of minimum wage
Jesse Valentine
February 23, 2024

• U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno doesn’t believe there should be a minimum wage.

• The moderator asked point blank if the minimum wage should exist.

• “The markets are the best way to determine what wages should be,” Moreno said. “At the end of the day the market will flush that out.”

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Bernie Moreno “Suggest[ed] That Abortion Could Be Regulated At The Federal Level In A Way Similar To Alcohol”

Columbus, OH – After reporting revealed Bernie Moreno “suggest[ed] the issue [of abortion] could be handled at the federal level like alcohol,” Moreno is facing further scrutiny for making a “connection between [federal laws regulating alcohol] and regulating abortion federally.” On four separate occasions in the past two weeks, Moreno has confirmed “he still believes in national legislation” to ban abortion which would overturn the will of Ohioans.

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Heartland Signal: Bernie Moreno says abortion should be regulated federally like alcohol
Richard Eberwein
July 23, 2024

• Ohio Republican Senate candidate Bernie Moreno… suggest[ed] that abortion could be regulated at the federal level in a way similar to alcohol.

• While each state has varying laws for the sale and use of liquor, the only federal regulation is that individuals must be 21 years old to purchase and possess alcohol in the United States… it is unclear how Moreno sees a connection between this law and regulating abortion federally.

• Before the RNC in Milwaukee, Moreno told reporters that his stance on abortion is “crystal clear” and “has not changed,” suggesting that he was still “100 percent pro-life with zero exceptions.”

• Moreno opposed Ohio’s Issue 1 ballot measure last fall.

• Days before Issue 1 passed, Moreno falsely claimed that the measure would allow a rapist to “force” a woman to have an abortion.

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Columbus, OH- Yesterday evening, the Ohio delegation to the Democratic National Convention met virtually and voted overwhelmingly to pledge their votes to Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. The delegates join elected officials from around Ohio in pledging their support to Vice President Harris.

“Tonight, our delegation is proud to overwhelmingly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States,” said Ohio Democratic Party Chair Elizabeth Walters. “Vice President Harris is a proven public servant who will be a strong fighter for Ohio’s workers and we’re ready to get to work to make sure that she and the rest of our Democratic ticket wins in November.”

Across Ohio, Congressional Democrats have joined our convention delegation in supporting Vice President Harris:

“I am proud to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States as she is ready to move our party and nation forward. Having worked closely with her, I can attest to her being one of the most effective and influential vice presidents in our nation’s history. […] Her unwavering commitment to reproductive freedom, lowering costs for hard-working Americans, and protecting our democracy sets her apart as the ideal candidate to lead our nation forward.” said Columbus Representative Joyce Beatty. 

I am convinced that she doesn’t just have the energy to get people excited, and you’re already seeing that, but as a former prosecutor, she will be able to make the case against Trump and Trumpism.” said Cincinnati Representative Greg Landsman.The choice this November could not be more clear. Let’s unite as a party and get to work.” said Cleveland Representative Shontel Brown.

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Columbus, OH – It’s been one week since Bernie Moreno said on national television that “there’s some things we can do federally” to ban abortion. This is one out of the four times in the past two weeks Moreno has reiterated his support for a national abortion ban that would overturn the will of Ohio voters.

Moreno has made it clear he would “[leave] the door open” to a national abortion ban if elected, confirmed “he still believes in national legislation” to ban abortion, and affirmed his stance on abortion is “crystal, crystal clear” and “has not changed.” Moreno has previously said he is “100% pro-life with no exceptions” and “absolute pro-life, no exceptions.”

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Here’s A Reminder Of Moreno’s “Crystal, Crystal Clear” And “Well-Documented” Support For A National Abortion Ban:

• Bernie Moreno: “My position is crystal clear, has not changed on abortion.”

• New York Post: “When asked if he would vote for a national abortion ban… Moreno left the door open to supporting further federal restrictions.”

• Andrew Tobias, Cleveland.com: “Moreno also fielded questions on abortion… Moreno said he still believes in national legislation.”

• David DeWitt, Ohio Capital Journal: “Interesting that Bernie Moreno is asking Ohio to elect him by promising his commitment to overthrow nationally the reproductive rights amendment just passed by 57% of Ohio voters.”

• Cleveland.com: “Moreno told reporters on Wednesday that he continues to support federal legislation that would ban abortion…”

• WKYC: “Moreno said… he was continuing to advocate for a national legislation position on abortion.”

• Axios Columbus: “A spokesperson said Moreno’s ‘stance is well-documented’ and linked to Moreno’s earlier support for the national abortion ban.”

• NBC: “Businessman Bernie Moreno favors a federal ban… Moreno was also visible in the fight and donated money to the campaign to defeat the ballot measure, known as Issue 1.”

• Cleveland.com: “[Moreno] expressed interest in passing national abortion legislation… Moreno, as he has throughout his current Senate campaign, called for federal legislation banning abortion.’”

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