Democracy offers the promise of a good life for all of us, no matter our race or background. That promise comes to life when we all can participate. That can be voting, going to a school board meeting, rallying for issues you care about, calling elected leaders, or finding other
Strong communities show up for each other. For Cleveland VOTES cofounders Erika Anthony and Crystal Bryant, that’s what democracy really comes down to: everyday people showing up for their neighbors. They founded the organization in 2013 because they believe in bringing people together to have a say over the decisions
Whether we trace our Cleveland roots back generations or are new arrivals, many of us came to this city hoping for a piece of the American promise. But today, Cleveland is the nation’s poorest big city and many residents have lost faith in their city government to protect their interests.
Father’s Day will be different this year. The worries we all experienced during the pandemic made clear that nothing will be the same, that tomorrow is not promised and what we do with our time is precious. This year both of my parents, multiple family members and several friends suffered
For all the clever quips people made at the start of the year about 20/20 vision, no one saw this coming. No one could imagine a global pandemic, a societal reckoning with white supremacy, an economic crisis or certain politicians abusing their power to politicize the U.S. Census and threaten
A path to citizenship would increase tax revenue by $25 million If all undocumented immigrants in Ohio had a pathway to citizenship, the amount they collectively pay in taxes would increase by 31%, from $83.2 million to $108.7 million, according to the Institute for Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP). A
In my home, Father’s Day is a time for reflection. Typically, it falls just after school lets out and my daughter leaves to spend time with family in Arkansas. We FaceTime, I get a nice brunch and then I think about our time together. I think about how to measure
Good morning Chairwoman Fudge, esteemed members of Congress and staff members of the subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify about the state of our elections and for convening these field hearings. My name is Daniel Ortiz, and I am outreach director for Policy Matters Ohio, a nonprofit, nonpartisan
Good morning ladies and gentlemen of the commission. My name is Daniel Ortiz and I am outreach director for Policy Matters Ohio, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working for a more vibrant, equitable, sustainable and inclusive Ohio. Thank you for the opportunity to testify about the upcoming census and for convening
The clock is ticking for Congress to pass the Dream Act, which would protect immigrants brought to the United States as children. If they don’t act, Ohio’s economy could be harmed as thousands of young immigrants are forced off the books and into the shadows. On September 5, the Trump
