tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1051723140962904682024-02-07T03:05:19.827-05:00John O'Grady for CommissionerO'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-34243895795615865242008-10-24T10:42:00.001-04:002008-10-24T10:44:03.626-04:00Veterans Endorse JohnNon-Partisan, non-profit Veterans and Military Families for Progress endorse John O’Grady for Franklin County Commissioner.<br /><br />Columbus, Ohio <br />Veterans and Military Families for Progress, Ohio Chapter (www.vmfp.org) proudly and enthusiastically announce the endorsement of John O’Grady for Franklin County Commissioner in the upcoming November 2008 election. <br /><br />Founded in 2005, VMFP is dedicated to ensuring that the rights and needs of veterans, active-duty service members, and their families are understood by the American public, endorsed by our elected officials, and protected by legislation, regulation, and public policy initiatives.<br /><br />Mr. O’Grady’s commitment to our veterans and their families cannot be questioned. Mr. O’Grady’s strong commitment to the issues that are critical to veterans of Franklin County and their families is unrivaled. His vision for the 21st century of our county gives veterans and their families hope that in him we have a public servant who will keep the faith of those who protect us and recognize the sacrifice made by military families right here at home.<br /><br />We feel veterans, active duty, reservists, National Guard, military families and in fact, all people of Franklin County will be well served by ensuring his consistent fairness and his admired, demonstrated record as an excellent public servant to address our local needs.<br /><br />Veterans and Military Families for Progress is a 501(c) (4) non-partisan, not-for-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. It is a 21st Century organization made up of members located throughout the country, and from across the breadth of rank and military services, who served, are serving, or are members of families of those who have heeded the call to serve their country in the U.S. military.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-48363061200442668132008-10-20T11:11:00.002-04:002008-10-20T11:19:52.915-04:00Endorsed by the Baptist Ministerial AllianceJohn is happy to have received the endorsement of the Baptist Ministerial Alliance of Columbus & Vicinity. The Baptist Ministerial Alliance and the Baptist Pastors' Conference wrote that they, "...give (John) their personal and dedicated support in this upcoming election." This is yet another organization in support for John's campaign for Franklin County Commissioner. Please click on the link below to view the numerous other endorsements John has received thus far.<br /><a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/endorsements.html"><br />ENDORSEMENTS</a>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-67094140487960936952008-10-02T10:42:00.004-04:002008-10-02T12:06:54.320-04:00The Dispatch prefers O'Grady<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">The Columbus Dispatch</span> printed their endorsement of John <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">O'Grady</span> for the Franklin County Board of Commissioners in the editorial section of their paper today. (October 2, 2008) John is happy to be recognized by the Columbus Dispatch for his work in the Clerk's Office and their kind words in support for his race for commissioner. "<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">...for this countywide seat, The Dispatch prefers O'Grady.</span>"<div><br /></div><div>To view the article, which also supports the re-election of Commissioner Paula Brooks,</div><div>click <a href="http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/editorials/stories/2008/10/02/CMSN.ART_ART_10-02-08_A10_H7BFP95.html?sid=101">HERE</a>. </div>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-26842197451204774552008-09-25T10:33:00.001-04:002008-09-25T10:34:38.164-04:00FCDP is hiring for Early Vote<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;">FCDP is hiring for early vote</span></span> <br /> </div> <br />FCDP will be hiring folks to pass out Democratic sample ballots at Vets Memorial during the 35 days of early voting. Respond to this email if you are interested.<br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;">Sept 30 - Nov 3</span> <br /> $8 per hour <br /> Minimum 4 hour shifts <br /> Rain or Shine <br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: left;">Please reply to this email if you are interested or email <a href="mailto:zachmanifold@fcdp.org" target="_blank">zachmanifold@fcdp.org</a>. <br /> </div> </div>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-68421232000599261872008-09-23T15:22:00.001-04:002008-09-23T15:24:02.132-04:00CEA endorses JohnJohn is proud to have received this endorsement and is grateful to have the support of the CEA behind him in this election. A strong advocate of improving and expanding educational opportunities for all of Franklin County, he believes that this outspoken show of support on the part of the CEA is yet another vote of confidence on the part of an established private organization for his candidacy.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-36788383074467806112008-09-19T10:12:00.001-04:002008-09-19T10:21:12.420-04:00FCCEA Endorses JohnJohn O'Grady has been endorsed in his race for the Franklin County Commission by the Franklin County Council of Education Associations. Mr. O'Grady is proud to have received this endorsement and is grateful to have the support of the FCCEA behind him in this election. A strong advocate of improving and expanding educational opportunities for all of Franklin County, Mr. O'Grady believes that this outspoken show of support on the part of the FCCEA is yet another vote of confidence on the part of an established private organization for his candidacy.<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/endorsements.html">HERE</a> to view a complete list of John's endorsements.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-76812516040043239302008-09-17T11:41:00.003-04:002008-09-17T11:59:41.751-04:00John O'Grady at the DNCJohn and his wife Pam traveled to Denver, Colorado to be apart of the 2008 Democratic National Convention. While he was there John got a chance to discuss the issues and policies affecting his constituents around Franklin County with other party officials from Ohio and around the country. During the week, John, Columbus City Councilmember Andy Ginther and other Ohio Democratic Party members hosted an elected officials caucus and convention watch party. It was a great success, thank you to all who attended.<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/Album/John%20At%20The%20DNC%20Convention/index.html">HERE</a> to see the photos from the DNC.<br /><br />When the 45th Democratic National Convention was called to order on Monday, August 25, 2008 in Denver, Colorado, it was the culmination of more than 24 months of formal planning by the Democratic Party to structure a nominating cycle and nominating Convention that represents the Party’s principles of openness, fairness and diversity. John is a proud supporter of Barack Obama and is excited to do his part in helping him win Franklin County and the rest of Ohio.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-67563523394862640572008-09-16T23:15:00.002-04:002008-09-16T23:24:13.981-04:00F.O.P Endorses John O'GradyJohn O'Grady has received the endorsement of the Fraternal Order of Police, the world's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, along with a number of other organizations and officials who represent Franklin County.<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/endorsements.html">HERE</a> to see the complete list.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-77075983045507291052008-03-06T17:20:00.003-05:002008-03-06T17:22:45.255-05:00Wow, what a win!Wow, what a win!<br /><br />On Tuesday, voters in Franklin County supported our call for a new generation of leadership and made John O'Grady the Democratic nominee for Franklin County Commissioner. It was an exciting race for change and YOU made the difference.<br /><br />We're proud of the campaign we ran together. We focused on our vision for Franklin County and the Five Point Plan we’ve developed for the county. We also worked with the 141 neighborhood leaders of the Democratic Party to demonstrate the unity of our Democratic family.<br /><br />Now that we have a Democratic nominee for Franklin County Commissioner, it’s time to begin the fight for November. Republicans in Central Ohio are hungry for a win after a very long losing streak. We can’t let that happen.<br /><br />We look forward to working with you every day to win on November 4th.<br /><br />In victory,<br /><br />Team O'Grady<br /><br />John, Antoinette, Rory, Rafe, Denny, John, and BryanO'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-79546496183290970252008-03-04T07:52:00.002-05:002008-03-04T07:54:41.128-05:00V O T E !This is it. Rain, shine, sleet, or snow, we're helping John O'Grady deliver change to Franklin County today! <br /><br />You can still help out with calls and visibility. Just call us at 614-221-1999 or email <a href="mailto:info@johnogrady.org">info@johnogrady.org</a>. <br /><br />After the polls close, join Team O'Grady for an Election Night Watch Party at the Frog, Bear and Wild Boar. It's located at 343 North Front Street, Columbus Ohio 43215. We'll all get started after 8:30pm tonight.<br /><br />p.s., You've heard it all before, but it's true -- your vote is your voice. Use it today!O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-35050687495244220292008-03-03T20:15:00.000-05:002008-03-03T20:16:31.533-05:00Top Ten reasons to vote for John O’Grady10. John is the endorsed Democrat.<br /><br />9. Change can only come when we all work together. That’s what John can do.<br /><br />8. According to the Outlook, John has bear appeal!<br /><br />7. John has a comprehensive Five Point Plan to fight foreclosures and create jobs.<br /><br />6. John is Pam O’Grady’s husband and Pam O’Grady rocks. <br /><br />5. John has the endorsements of Mayor Coleman, every single Council member, every single Commissioner, and every single Democratic member of our statehouse delegation.<br /><br />4. John’s a better cook than anyone else we know. According to some, he’s the best short-order cook in Franklin County.<br /><br />3. John is the only candidate with proven county executive experience.<br /><br />2. Guess what? John is just a darn good guy.<br /><br />1. In 2008, we need change. We need John O’Grady.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-75985419619628901132008-03-03T10:54:00.003-05:002008-03-03T10:58:11.670-05:00Vote for John O'Grady, the endorsed Democrat, on March 4thHere's a message from John O'Grady, the endorsed Democrat for Franklin County Commissioner. John has been working hard every day to earn your vote -- just like he will work hard every day as your next Franklin County Commissioner.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/kN_kZPIsKgc"> </param> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/kN_kZPIsKgc" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="350"> </embed> </object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-78984744149132069762008-03-03T06:06:00.002-05:002008-03-03T15:13:27.938-05:00Dispatch voter's guideLike John says, "You can't win 'em all. But you can come close!" Here's <a href="http://www.dispatchpolitics.com/live/content/politics/vg0308/vg_fccommishd.html?adsec=politics&sid=101">the Dispatch's voter guide</a> on the Franklin County Commissioner race.<br /><br /><blockquote><p><strong>Biography:</strong> 43; Franklin County clerk of courts, 2001-present; administrator for Ohio Treasurer Mary Ellen Withrow, nine years; small business owner, the Ringside Café, two years. Bachelor's degree in business, Ohio Dominican University requirements completed; graduates in June). Married, three children. Roman Catholic. <br /><br /><strong>Main issues:</strong> “We are at a crossroads in our state and our nation. Down one path is a new era of cooperation and growth. Down the other is the divisive old status quo. It is my hope that voters will join me in bringing a new generation of leadership to our county and, with it, new jobs and opportunity for the workers and families of Central Ohio.”<br /><br /><strong>What he would do in office:</strong> “We all want government that works effectively for everyone. As your clerk of courts, that's exactly what I've done. We are doing more with less, handling significantly more work with the same budgeting and staffing we had seven years ago. I will bring the same values and focus as a Franklin County commissioner.”</p></blockquote><br />It's no wonder John has the unanimous endorsement of the neighborhood leaders of our local Democratic Party!O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-71967575881399420252008-03-01T09:41:00.003-05:002008-03-01T09:47:53.344-05:00Elizabeth O'Grady supports her Dad!John's wonderful daughter Elizabeth shows her support!<br /><br /><object height="350" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/3cUR6zBgpig"><br /> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/3cUR6zBgpig" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="350"></embed> </object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-40528709439242675452008-03-01T08:05:00.001-05:002008-03-01T10:09:18.010-05:00Liam Hykes: an "early" voterJohn's nephew, Liam Hykes, is an Democrat in Training!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="350"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/EIPBQNMp7o0"> </param> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/EIPBQNMp7o0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="350"> </embed> </object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-87047961086093186762008-02-29T17:03:00.003-05:002008-02-29T17:16:19.464-05:00FACT CHECK: The new Lazarus ad<a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/images/LAZARUS_AD_4.pdf">Click here</a> to see our FACT CHECK for the latest ad from John's opponent.<br /><br />FACT: Lazarus has not been a judge since 2005.<br /><br />FACT: According to the Franklin County Board of Elections, Lazarus is not a registered Democrat. She did not vote for Ted Strickland in the 2006 Democratic primary. <br /><br />FACT: As an Appeals Court judge, Lazarus used a template for virtually all of her court opinions. She sided with businesses over labor unions in over 70% of her cases.<br /><br />FACT: Lazarus has only been endorsed or supported by one of her former colleagues. <br /><br />FACT: John O’Grady is the only candidate with proven county executive experience.<br /><br />FACT: Cindy Lazarus quit her elected terms to City Council and Court of Appeals early. <br /><br />FACT: It is impossible for Cindy Lazarus to have the endorsement of “the people.”O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-88125448035452034692008-02-29T16:54:00.002-05:002008-02-29T16:59:22.078-05:00O’Grady’s opponent continues negative campaign for commission<p>Today, John O’Grady’s opponent, Cindy Lazarus, released the latest negative theme in her campaign for the Franklin County Commissioner. O’Grady, the endorsed Democrat, has focused his campaign on a Five Point Plan for Franklin County.<br /><br />“First Cindy Lazarus called the hard-working neighborhood leaders of our local Democratic Party a ‘small group of politicians,’ a ‘party machine,’ and ‘party bosses.’ Now Mrs. Lazarus is turning her negative campaign towards John O’Grady,” stated Bryan Clark, Communications Director for John O’Grady.<br /><br /><a name="OLE_LINK2"></a><a name="OLE_LINK1">In her latest television commercial, Mrs. Lazarus attacks John O’Grady’s public service. </a><br /><br />Previously, Mrs. Lazarus has issued campaign direct mail that referred to the volunteer neighborhood Democratic leaders who unanimously endorsed John O’Grady as a “small group of politicians” and a “party machine.”<br /><br />Her negative attacks against the local Democratic Party also included publicly condemning their endorsement of O’Grady after Mrs. Lazarus spent months attempting to secure the same endorsement for her campaign.</p><p>John has set the record straight with two new ads.<br /><br /><object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/towIQmI232s"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/towIQmI232s" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object></p><p></p><object height="350" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/fCjokB44PPA"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/fCjokB44PPA" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="350"></embed></object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-63269929673606273862008-02-29T14:21:00.002-05:002008-02-29T14:22:02.994-05:00Mary Funk, Harrison West community leader, endorses John O'GradyHere is Mary's video!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/QhiqYmF21BM"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/QhiqYmF21BM" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-40334586100798328362008-02-28T11:05:00.004-05:002008-02-28T11:17:54.395-05:00"I endorse my Daddy"Patrick O'Grady is John's youngest son (until his fourth child is born in just a few weeks!). Here is Patrick's video endorsement for his Daddy.<br /><br /><object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/91JrPdJUvLk"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/91JrPdJUvLk" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-59416915322607568752008-02-27T13:18:00.002-05:002008-02-27T13:24:25.007-05:00The Communicator News endorses JohnThe Communicator News, one of Ohio's most distinguished African-American newspapers, has <a href="http://www.communicatornews.com/">endorsed John O'Grady</a> for Franklin County Commissioner! <br /><br />We appreciate the strong support John has received from Central Ohio's African-American community. We especially appreciate The Communicator News' endorsement because it is a testament to John's civil rights dedication.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-26924270595357730272008-02-27T12:07:00.003-05:002008-02-27T13:17:31.064-05:00Ohio's oldest, largest Latino paper endorses O'GradyLa Prensa, the largest and oldest Latino newspaper in Ohio, has <a href="http://www.laprensatoledo.com/Stories/2008/022908/Endorsements.htm">endorsed John O'Grady</a> for Franklin County Commissioner!<br /><br />This wonderful news shows just how strong and diverse John's support is with real people across Franklin County.<br /><br />Thanks to La Prensa for making John O'Grady <em>la eleccion de la gente.</em>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-82409212946359228982008-02-26T08:10:00.003-05:002008-02-28T18:51:41.207-05:00Even Republicans say, "Put politics aside and support O'Grady"As you know, John O'Grady just completed his business degree at Ohio Dominican. Here is a <a href="http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/editorials/stories/2008/02/26/McDowall_ART_02-26-08_A10_939F7H1.html?sid=101">letter to the editor</a> from one of John's fellow students.<br /><br /><blockquote>I met John O'Grady, clerk of the Franklin County Common Pleas Court and a candidate for county commissioner, two years ago at Ohio Dominican University. We are finishing our degrees to fulfill 25-year-old promises to our parents. We occupy opposite sides of the political spectrum.<br /><br />Now that we are graduating, I will miss him the most. He and I had spirited debates that made us both better people and even greater friends. Although O'Grady, a Democrat, and I may not share identical views, our conversations reassure me that he leads his professional life with the best for Franklin County residents as his only concern.<br /><br />Leadership and experience are not abundant qualities in political leaders today, and it is unlikely that O'Grady and I will back the same candidates this fall. However, political alliances should yield to voting for who is best equipped to serve.<br /><br />I urge my fellow Republicans to vote for [John O'Grady] the person with a track record of serving Franklin County with evenhandedness and dignity.<br /><br />WILLIAM McDOWALL<br />Columbus </blockquote><br /><p>Thanks, William! Here's what John has to say about his decision to go back to college --</p><blockquote><p>"Sometimes life gets in the way. I left OSU to take a dream job serving Ohioans with Ohio's Treasurer Mary Ellen Withrow. Twenty years later, I had an amazing wife and family, had served my state in the Treasurer's office for nine years, had owned my own business, and had been elected to serve Franklin County as Clerk of Courts. </p><p>But I had to keep my promise and finish the work I started."</p></blockquote>O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-4470579819674705402008-02-25T10:13:00.002-05:002008-02-25T10:17:15.640-05:00John continues positive, forward-looking campaign with new adJohn O’Grady continued his positive, forward-looking campaign for Franklin County Commissioner with <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/News.html">a new campaign ad</a> today. The ad, titled “A New Generation of Leadership,” features strong endorsements from Mayor Coleman and current Commissioners Paula Brooks, Marilyn Brown, and Mary Jo Kilroy.<br /><br />The ad echoes the comprehensive <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/Issues.html">O’Grady Five Point Plan for Franklin County</a> released last week. The O’Grady plan offers a blueprint for creating jobs and fighting foreclosures in Franklin County.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/7yCZsiitP4o&rel=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/7yCZsiitP4o&rel=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object><br /><br />The ad will begin airing Monday, February 22nd, on broadcast and cable stations in Franklin County. It is also available on the web at <a href="http://www.johnogrady.org/">http://www.johnogrady.org/</a>.O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-90238245762307266022008-02-24T17:59:00.005-05:002008-02-24T18:33:16.804-05:00Tom Tootle discusses John's support for the LGBT communityIn <a href="http://www.outlookweekly.net/issues/2008/022108/022108issue.pdf">this week's edition</a> of <em>Outlook Weekly</em>, LGBT community leader Tom Tootle discusses his support for John.<br /><blockquote>O’Grady’s support in the GLBT community is voiced by Tom Tootle, who told Outlook, “John O’Grady has talked to me about groups like Kaleidoscope, Stonewall, and BRAVO. He recognizes the critical importance of these organizations. He is a good friend who has earned the vote of the gay community on March 4th.”</blockquote><br />As always, John was refreshingly honest about his support for the LGBT community and full, fair, equal rights for all.<br /><blockquote>When asked directly about his involvement in the GLBT community vs Lazarus’ involvement, O’Grady said, “I applaud Cindy for her longstanding service to the GLBT community. On the issue of civil rights, it quite frankly pisses me off that we even have to have this conversation. Civil and equal rights should be obvious and complete. Of course Franklin County should be open to the GLBT community and actively seek its talents and involvement. I am supportive of all County policies being totally GLBT inclusive, and my staff has always been inclusive, starting with my hiring of Kate Anderson as the first openly-GLBT staffmember at the Clerk’s office.”</blockquote>Be sure to check out John's ad on the back cover. It includes testimonials from Mary Jo Kilroy, Russ Goodwin, and Rhonda Johnson in support of John!O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-105172314096290468.post-5544298107767669132008-02-23T17:28:00.001-05:002008-02-23T17:30:44.381-05:00Another union member for John O'GradyJohn has received every single union endorsement in the Democratic primary for County Commissioner. Here are two members of the local Teamsters union who've volunteered on John's campaign and want to share their thoughts on the race.<br /><br /><object height="350" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/kE25__D_4ZI"><br /> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/kE25__D_4ZI" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="350"></embed> </object><p></p><br /><object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/BfKdoG-NbCk&rel=1"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/BfKdoG-NbCk&rel=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object><br /><br />Thanks, guys!O'Grady for Commissionerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07903767622787078886noreply@blogger.com