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American unions are for re-birth

This week the National Labor Relation Board (NLRB) made card check the standard for unionization ratification. It is…

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Labor Day time to honor Ohio’s workforce

As we approach the observance of Labor Day, we recognize all of the hard-working Americans, whether they are…

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Profs don’t have all the answers

President Obama has nominated Princeton University Professor Alan Krueger to be chairman of the White House Council of…

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Separation of church and weather

The Moche lived in northern Peru from about 100-700 A.D. Their molded ceramics are still a highlight in…

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Lawmakers should be cautious

There is a movement in place to invest in urban centers and expand the role of academia. The…

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Now is time to start thinking about flu vaccinations

When will flu activity begin? When will it peak and how long will it last? These and other…

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Franklin knew wisdom of change

The ingenious and wise Benjamin Franklin once said: “For having lived long, I have experienced many instances of…

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Labor Day: Can it truly be saved?

Labor Day isn’t what it used to be. Parades are less prominent, Jerry Lewis has been ousted from…

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Some experiences are best avoided

I wonder what the Great Depression was really like. All we really know about it comes from old…

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Tragedies can bring own miracles as well

If there is no little red heart on the bottom right-hand corner of your driver’s license, think about…

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Focus has to be bringing jobs to Appalachia

Creating jobs is the cure for what economically ails Ohio, and I do not think there is any…

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Did Rick Perry become a financial wizard?

Texas Governor Rick Perry is going to add some excitement to the 2012 Republican presidential candidate field. Known…

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Obama could learn things from Reagan

If President Obama really wants to get the U.S. economy going again, he could do worse than to…

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Study confirms Area Agency on Aging’s success

This month, I am so excited to share with you a new study that was recently released confirming…

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Region must take advantage of Ohio River

As residents of southern Ohio, we sometimes take the Ohio River for granted.  But water is one of…