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What is President's Day?

What is President's Day?

To some, the observance of Presidents' Day in the United States goes very much unnoticed. Local newspapers splash ads of “President’s Day Sales!” and many get the day off from work. But have you ever stopped to think about this important day of recognition?

Which Presidential Candidate America Would Most Like to Eat With

Which Presidential Candidate America Would Most Like to Eat With

The results of a new nationwide survey of 2,094 people reveals which presidential candidate Americans would most like to have a hamburger with. The survey was recently conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Smashburger, the nation’s fastest growing better burger restaurant.

 

The survey uncovered the following:

 

  • Nearly 3 in 5, or 59 percent, of U.S. adults would most like to eat a hamburger with President Barack Obama.
  • Of the 59 percent, 64 percent hail from the Midwest, 55 percent from the South, 61 percent from the Northeast and 59 percent from the West. 
  • Younger adults chose President Obama over their older counterparts, 64 percent of 18-34 vs. 54 percent of those 55+. 
  • 66 percent of women 18-34 and 45-54, respectively, would most want to have a hamburger with President Obama over 51 percent of women age 55+.
  • Two in five, or 41 percent, want to grab a burger with Governor Mitt Romney.
  • Of the 41 percent, 36 percent are from the Midwest, 45 percent from the South, 39 percent from the Northeast and 41 percent from the West. 

 

  • 46 percent of older adults 55+ selected Presidential candidate Governor Romney over 36 percent of  younger adults 18-34. 

 

  • Similarly, 49 percent of women 55+ most want to have a hamburger with Presidential candidate Governor Romney over 34 percent of women 18-34 and 45-54, respectively. 

 

The survey also found that Bill Clinton is the former U.S. President Americans would most want to have a hamburger with at 22 percent. Other past presidents include Abraham Lincoln, 15 percent, John F.

Ohio is surrounded by states that ban texting

Ohio is surrounded by states that ban texting

With a statewide ban expected to soon be signed into law in West Virginia, Ohio is literally surrounded by states banning texting while driving.  This comes nearly two years after Kentucky passed a similar measure.  Here’s how Ohio compares with its neighboring states:

Councilman Zack Reed's February Blog

Councilman Zack Reed's February Blog

Governor Kasich, keep Ohio’s promises

Hey Governor Kasich!

The election’s over. Can you PLEASE get off our backs and give Northeast Ohio a chance to move forward?

Ohio’s Republican Governor, John Kasich, has been in office for more than a year. He was elected governor after campaigning for smaller government and a business friendly atmosphere in Ohio to jumpstart our economy.

Well Gov. Kasich, I’m all for smaller government, but your actions and intentions lean toward a bigger, overreaching government.  You policies and actions taken by your administration are choking Cleveland and other cities – big and small – across our great state.

It’s time for our governor to stop being an obstacle for development and allow Cleveland the opportunity to rebuild and rebrand our neighborhoods, our communities and our city.  Cleveland is on the brink of major changes and possibilities.

Vote by Mail for the March Primary Opens January 31st

Vote by Mail for the March Primary Opens January 31st

Vote by Mail for the March 6th Primary Election opens January 31st. 

Parma Iraq veteran invited to D.C. to watch State of the Union

Parma Iraq veteran invited to D.C. to watch State of the Union

Congressman Kucinich invited Iraq war veteran and resident of Parma, Mr. Joe Sykes, to attend the State of the Union address tonight.

Congressman Kucinich and Mr. Sykes met earlier today in the U.S. Capitol.

Click here to watch their video they sent to the media.

Young adults invited to join the Cuyahoga County Next Generation Council

Young adults invited to join the Cuyahoga County Next Generation Council

In recognition of the unique role that young adults play in creating an entrepreneurial economy, Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald announced the creation of the Cuyahoga County Next Generation Council.

Composed of county residents ages 20 to 34, the Council will encourage greater participation in government and identify policy issues and priorities that affect young adults across the county. FitzGerald said it is important to Cuyahoga County’s economic future to attract and retain creative, talented young people.

“Cuyahoga County can no longer afford not to engage young adults in local government” FitzGerald said. “Our hope is that this council will help our new county government in developing a policy agenda that will make our region a destination for young people across the world.”

Partners in the development of the Next Generation Council include Engage Cleveland, the 20/30 Club, and the Young Professional Senate.

“The formation of the Next Generation Council is a positive sign for our community and for young adults becoming more collaborative and connected, which is imperative to Greater Cleveland's future success” says Andrew Bennett, President of the Cleveland 20/30 Club.

Some of the goals of the council include improving communication between county government and the young adult community of Cuyahoga County and building coalitions with young adult organizations to increase the influence and effectiveness of young adults in civic issues.

Prospective council members are required to be residents of Cuyahoga County and must submit a resume, cover letter, and essays discussing their leadership experiences. Applications are due on Dec. 19, 2011. An external committee of young adult leaders will oversee the selection process.