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OLBC responds to Gov. DeWine's decision to postpone voting

Action follows call by OLBC in letter to the governor to extend early voting hours
March 16, 2020
Democratic Newsroom

COLUMBUS—The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) released a statement today about the decision made by Gov. Mike DeWine to postpone the primary election originally scheduled for tomorrow, March 17 to June 2:

“Members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus are appreciative to the Governor’s Administration for listening to the concerns voiced by the OLBC and other citizens about holding an election during the coronavirus outbreak,” OLBC members wrote. “This decision will ultimately save lives while also upholding the right of every citizen to vote and have their voice heard in the political process.”