http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog The Voice of Freedom in Ohio Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:28:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 en The Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions is a nonpartisan research and educational institute devoted to representing the viewpoint of Individual Liberty and Economic Freedom in the debate about Ohio's present and future. The Voice of Freedom in Ohio The Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions Ohio, non-profit, free market, conservative, Buckeye, Institute, libertarian, state policy, regulations no The Buckeye Institute buckeye@buckeyeinstitute.org http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/12/15/liberty-and-learning-in-toledo/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/12/15/liberty-and-learning-in-toledo/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:29:54 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=3552 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/12/15/liberty-and-learning-in-toledo/feed/ Buckeye Institute President David Hansen and Education Policy Director Matthew Carr spoke with 1370  WSPD-AM’s Brian Wilson Thursday during a Liberty and Learning tour.  Listen as they discuss the recently released Buckeye Institute roadmap to educational success, “A Child-Centered Solution to School Finance in Ohio,” charter schools and education transparency. Buckeye Institute President David Hansen and Education Policy Director Matthew Carr spoke with 1370  WSPD-AM’s Brian Wilson Thursday during a Liberty and Learning tour.  Listen as they discuss the recently released Buckeye Institute roadmap [...] http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/11/18/carr-talks-education-with-bob-connors/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/11/18/carr-talks-education-with-bob-connors/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:48:20 +0000 Beth Lear http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=3468 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/11/18/carr-talks-education-with-bob-connors/feed/ The Buckeye Institute’s Education Policy Director, Matthew Carr, spoke with 610WTVN’s Bob Connors this morning about education issues.  They discussed Matthew’s new report on Public Charter Schools, the Governor’s education agenda, the State School Board’s new funding plan and teachers’ unions.  Listen for yourself. The Buckeye Institute’s Education Policy Director, Matthew Carr, spoke with 610WTVN’s Bob Connors this morning about education issues.  They discussed Matthew’s new report on Public Charter Schools, the Governor’s education [...] http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/10/24/ohio-surpeme-court-on-buckeye-voices/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/10/24/ohio-surpeme-court-on-buckeye-voices/#comments Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:45:39 +0000 David Owsiany http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=3318 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/10/24/ohio-surpeme-court-on-buckeye-voices/feed/ I recorded a Buckeye Voices podcast with Case Western Reserve University Law Professor Jonathan Adler today. He and his wife, Christina, provide an in-depth analysis of the Ohio Supreme Court’s recent evolution in this new paper recently published by the Federalist Society. The Adlers make a persuasive case that the Ohio Supreme Court has dramatically improved over the last decade, due in large part to activist justices retiring and voters replacing them with justices who exercise restraint from the bench. I recorded a Buckeye Voices podcast with Case Western Reserve University Law Professor Jonathan Adler today. He and his wife, Christina, provide an in-depth analysis of the Ohio Supreme Court’s recent evolution in this new paper recently [...] http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/radio-interview-610-wtvn-get-rid-of-the-state-income-tax/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/radio-interview-610-wtvn-get-rid-of-the-state-income-tax/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:09:07 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=2679 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/radio-interview-610-wtvn-get-rid-of-the-state-income-tax/feed/ Buckeye Institute President David Hansen explains to 610 WTVN’s Joel Riley how Ohio’s economy will boom if the state income tax is phased-out.  Hansen bases his argument on a recently release Buckeye Institute study. Click the player to listen to the interview and hear caller reaction. Buckeye Institute President David Hansen explains to 610 WTVN’s Joel Riley how Ohio’s economy will boom if the state income tax is phased-out.  Hansen bases his argument on a recently release Buckeye Institute study. Click the player [...] http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/matthew-carr-on-toledo-schools-and-the-gallup-education-poll/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/matthew-carr-on-toledo-schools-and-the-gallup-education-poll/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:19:46 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=2673 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/27/matthew-carr-on-toledo-schools-and-the-gallup-education-poll/feed/ Buckeye Institute Education Policy Director Matthew Carr spoke to 1370 WSPD’s Brian Wilson yesterday about Toledo Public Schools’ state report card, and a recent PDK/Gallup poll on America’s view of public education. Click the player to listen. Buckeye Institute Education Policy Director Matthew Carr spoke to 1370 WSPD’s Brian Wilson yesterday about Toledo Public Schools’ state report card, and a recent PDK/Gallup poll on America’s view of public education. Click the [...] http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/20/striking-a-blow-for-transparency/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/20/striking-a-blow-for-transparency/#comments Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:58:33 +0000 Mike Maurer http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=2594 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/20/striking-a-blow-for-transparency/feed/ The Sam Adams Alliance has launched its “No Taxation Without Information” web site, http://noinfonotaxes.com, an adjunct to SunshineReview.org. Sam is playing a huge role in the nationwide transparency movement. CTAG–our Center for Transparent and Accountable Government–was lucky enough to be selected for their regular podcast, and you can hear Jayme Siemer and I talking about transparency, Chicago and conservatism here. The Sam Adams Alliance has launched its “No Taxation Without Information” web site, http://noinfonotaxes.com, an adjunct to SunshineReview.org. Sam is playing a huge role in the nationwide transparency movement. CTAG–our Center [...] Mike Maurer transparency, sam adams http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/07/buckeye-voices-david-hansen-on-wtvn-discussing-merit-pay/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/07/buckeye-voices-david-hansen-on-wtvn-discussing-merit-pay/#comments Thu, 07 Aug 2008 18:06:02 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=2370 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/08/07/buckeye-voices-david-hansen-on-wtvn-discussing-merit-pay/feed/ This morning, Joel Riley of 610 AM WTVN in Columbus spent three hours discussing the Buckeye Institute’s proposal for merit pay for Ohio teachers. Below is Joel’s discussion with David Hansen, President of the Buckeye Institute: The entire show is available on WTVN’s podcasting page. This morning, Joel Riley of 610 AM WTVN in Columbus spent three hours discussing the Buckeye Institute’s proposal for merit pay for Ohio teachers. Below is Joel’s discussion with David Hansen, President of the Buckeye Institute: The [...] 610 WTVN 5:19 Ohio, education, Buckeye Institute no http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/25/buckeye-voices-rep-batchelder-carries-the-conservative-torch-in-house/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/25/buckeye-voices-rep-batchelder-carries-the-conservative-torch-in-house/#comments Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:10:12 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=2211 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/25/buckeye-voices-rep-batchelder-carries-the-conservative-torch-in-house/feed/ The Buckeye Institute’s Mike Maurer discusses the governor’s economic agenda, the federal bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and what it means to be a conservative with Ohio Republican Rep. William G. Batchelder. A 32-year legislative veteran, Rep. Batchelder is the dean of Ohio conservatives. Or click here to download the audio. The Buckeye Institute’s Mike Maurer discusses the governor’s economic agenda, the federal bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and what it means to be a conservative with Ohio Republican Rep. William G. Batchelder. A 32-year [...] The Buckeye Institute 21:35 Bill Batchelder no http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/07/buckeyevoices-rep-josh-mandel-is-a-strong-conservative-voice-in-columbus/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/07/buckeyevoices-rep-josh-mandel-is-a-strong-conservative-voice-in-columbus/#comments Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:25:53 +0000 Buckeye Institute http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=1956 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/07/07/buckeyevoices-rep-josh-mandel-is-a-strong-conservative-voice-in-columbus/feed/ State Rep. Josh Mandel (R-Lyndhurst) joins Buckeye Institute President David Hansen to discuss his support for special needs vouchers, his opposition to Gov. Strickland’s misguided so-called stimulus bill, and his support for Rep. John Adam’s State Income Tax elimination bill. A Marine Corps officer who has served two tours of duty in Iraq, Rep. Mandel also gives his perspective on the progress of the war. A first term legislator, Rep. Mandel is quickly becoming a steadfast voice for conservative principles in the Ohio House of Representatives. State Rep. Josh Mandel (R-Lyndhurst) joins Buckeye Institute President David Hansen to discuss his support for special needs vouchers, his opposition to Gov. Strickland’s misguided so-called stimulus bill, and his support for Rep. John [...] The Buckeye Institute 15:17 Buckeye Institute, Josh Mandel, Ohio no http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/05/15/buckeyevoices-special-needs-voucher-passes-senate/ http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/05/15/buckeyevoices-special-needs-voucher-passes-senate/#comments Thu, 15 May 2008 16:00:57 +0000 Buckeye Voices http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/?p=1758 http://www.buckeyeinstitute.org/blog/2008/05/15/buckeyevoices-special-needs-voucher-passes-senate/feed/ With the Senate passage of SB 57, the special needs voucher,  children with disabilities are one step closer to receiving the type of educational options they vitally need.  The measure now goes to the Ohio House for hearings and a vote.  Buckeye Institute Education Policy Analyst Beth Lear discusses the initiative with David Hansen on Buckeye Voices. With the Senate passage of SB 57, the special needs voucher,  children with disabilities are one step closer to receiving the type of educational options they vitally need.  The measure now goes to the Ohio House for hearings and a vote.  [...] The Buckeye Institute 7:46 no