Posted on 08/03/17 by Guest Writer in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
By Jim Petro As my wife, Nancy and I explore in our book, “False Justice: Eight Myths That Convict the Innocent,” misconceptions surround the American justice system. One of those myths is that everyone who goes to court has the right to be represented by a lawyer. Not so. [image:1] Jim Petro is the former Ohio Attorney General and is a board member of the Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation In non-criminal matters, representation in court is available only to those who can afford an attorney. To level the playing field in civil matters, and fulfill the promise of equal justice under the law, Congress... read more
Posted on 07/28/17 by Victoria Jackson in Education & Training
Ashley Monk faced tough choices after graduating from the University of Cincinnati — but not about what job to take or what city to live in. She had to choose between paying student loans and... read more
Posted on 07/26/17 by Kate Sopko in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
After a whirlwind day on federal health care yesterday, here’s a quick re-cap on where things stand. With the help of Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.) (who flew into Washington after emergency brain cancer surgery) and... read more
Posted on 07/20/17 by Kate Sopko in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
Having been raised from the dead several times in rapid succession, the GOP health care bill is starting to get a reputation as “zombie legislation.” But the thing to remember about zombies is that even... read more
Posted on 07/14/17 by Guest Writer in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
By Jeffrey M. Reutter My first excursion onto the Cuyahoga River was in 1956 as a small child aboard the Carol-Diane, the predecessor of the Goodtime. The river was stinky, lumpy, brown, orange, yellow, red, and... read more
Posted on 07/13/17 by Cynthia Connolly in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
A new report from our friends at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) finds alarming threats to American Indians and Alaska Natives in the Senate health care bill, now called the Better Care... read more
Posted on 06/30/17 by Michael Shields in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
Cleveland residents struggle to afford safe and secure housing. A higher minimum wage would help. More than 66,000 families in Cuyahoga County who rent their homes are considered housing insecure. Those who are housing insecure... read more
Posted on 06/29/17 by Kate Sopko in Basic Needs + Unemployment Insurance
On Tuesday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell delayed a Senate health care bill vote until after July 4th recess, amidst widespread backlash against the bill. The criticism is well-earned. This week’s Congressional Budget Office (CBO)... read more
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