Seen in the editorial section of today's Blade.
In short, the era of one-party rule is over. The art of compromise is again a valued part of the legislative process, and the people of Ohio are likely to be better served from a policy standpoint.
Why is it, I wonder, why what's good for the state isn't good for the city and county?
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Why is it, I wonder, why what's good for the state isn't good for the city and county?
There Is divided rule in the city of Toledo. There is a Republican mayor and 4 Republicans on council.
[I know, Carty has a "D" behind his name, but, come on, we alll know that he's a DINO]
I'd say that's pretty good considering the demographics and party affiliation of the citizens of Toledo.
Does it really matter too much in urban government whether one is an R or D?
What matters more is who is the corrupt R and who is the corrupt D.
I wonder, how would you react if Congress had 67% Republicans, with a Republican President - would you still call the government "divided?" As to Carty's political standing, let's look at his policies:
* Increased governmental regulation.
* Increased taxes and fees for government services to replace cheaper private businesses.
* Only certain businesses are welcomed into the city (union jobs only, please).
The fact that there are a couple of Republicans on council is amazing, particularly considering the district structure designed to elminate Republicans. And yes, it does matter if one is an R or a D - the D's have run this city into the ground over the past couple of decades, and their continued rule won't allow that to change.
"Why is it, I wonder, why what's good for the state isn't good for the city and county?"
Actually Toledo/Lucas County seems more fractured with more like 4 political parties.
1. The (slightly pro business) "B" dems.
2. The (Socialist/Communist leaning) "A" dems.
3. The (functionally impotent) rep's.
4. The traditional rep's, of which non are easily spotted, since the last one left elected office.
And, with numbers 2 & 3 mostly in bed with each other, things can be quite confusing.
Sometimes I wish they'd all wear name tags/labels; it would make it so much easier...
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