Local News in Franklin County

Why Ro Khanna and AOC Should Run for President in 2028

Fifteen years ago, during President Obama's first term, we co-founded RootsAction as an online progressive group challenging not only Republicans but also the corporatism and militarism of the Democratic Party. RootsAction supported Bernie Sanders for president in 2016 and 2020.

If They Were Israeli Jews, Would the World Care?

The bodies of three young Palestinian men were found Sunday, September 14, inside a burned vehicle in an open area between the occupied Palestinian towns of Baqa al-Gharbiya and Jatt. They were not foreigners. They were not people who had crossed a border illegally. They were…

Sleepy Hoax

As Vaccine Guidance Changes, Here’s What I Want Parents to Know This School Year

As parents, we do everything we can to keep our children safe. We think about what they eat, whether they are getting enough sleep, and what they need to stay healthy. And when we send them to school, we trust that the classroom will be a place where they can learn, grow, and…

Ohio Organizing Collaborative Collects Over 60,000 Voter Registrations Statewide

In celebration of National Voter Registration Day on September 15th, the Ohio Organizing Collaborative (OOC) is highlighting that the organization and its partners have helped collect more than 60,000 voter registration forms this year.

Analysis of the 2024 US Election

Analysis Suggests that Trump Won the Election but by Fewer Votes, and Did Not Win the National Popular Vote See atttached document

One Solution, Revolution with CORS

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - 06:00pm Jacob's Porch ,45 E 13th Ave., Columbus, OH 43201 Join us Tuesday evening for an introduction to socialist politics and organizing in Columbus!

Proposed pay plan addresses public-safety compensation

The Columbus City Council reviewed the City’s proposed 2026-27 pay plan Tuesday, Sept. 8, with several public-safety positions proposed to move up one pay grade following annual wage studies comparing Columbus with similarly sized cities.

Don’t Hold Your Breath

Motil City Council Camapign Finance Testimony

These contribution limits do nothing to even slightly level the playing field for citizens challenging major party endorsed candidates and incumbent office holders. Columbus voters need comprehensive campaign finance/election law solutions that are thought out with honest…

Eta Nu Nu and the fight against Prostate Cancer

For the fourth year in a row the men of the Eta Nu Nu chapter of the illustrious Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. held in conjunction with Brave Men, Inc. and the 1911 Foundation one of its highly anticipated events titled MAN P.L.E.A.S.E. Check Yourself! In less than two years of…

Sam Baker for Mayor campaign launch event

A new perspective has entered the arena in Ohio's state capital as Samantha Baker announced her people-powered candidacy for Mayor of Columbus in the 2027 election. Surrounded by supporters at Slammer's Bar and Grill in downtown Columbus Friday night, Baker said “We deserve to be…