By John Q. Hosedrinker I am an Ohioan, and the recent news of Ohio GOP leaders rejecting the Democrats’ plan to get President Joe Biden on the November ballot has left me appalled and disheartened. It seems that the will of the people, as expressed through overwhelming support for recreational pot and abortion rights, is being blatantly disregarded by those in power. The refusal to abide by the results of democratic processes is deeply concerning and a threat to the very core of our democracy.
The decision to reject the plan to include President Biden on the ballot is a clear example of the lengths to which some individuals are willing to go to manipulate and control the political landscape. The blatant disregard for fair play and the rule of law is alarming, and it is a sad reflection of the current state of our political system. The fact that top Democrats are deferring to the Biden campaign and the DNC while Republican leaders refuse to lend a helping hand speaks volumes about the state of our politics.
Furthermore, the fact that provisional certification is not deemed acceptable and that there are talks of refusing to put Biden’s name on the ballot is a dangerous escalation of the partisan games being played. The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on not allowing states to unilaterally prevent someone from being on the ballot should serve as a clear indication that such actions are not only undemocratic but also potentially illegal.
The decision to reject the plan to get President Biden on the November ballot is a clear indication of the lengths to which some individuals are willing to go to maintain their grip on power. It is a dangerous precedent that threatens the very fabric of our democracy. The fact that Republicans are resorting to such tactics to achieve their goals is a sad reflection of the state of our politics.
As an Ohioan, I urge all voters to pay close attention to these developments and to remember them come election time. The actions of the Ohio GOP leaders should not be forgotten, and we must hold them accountable for their blatant disregard for democracy. The power to effect change lies in our hands, and it is up to us to ensure that our voices are heard and that our democracy is protected. Let us stand united against such undemocratic actions and fight for a fair and just political system for all. As an Ohioan, I am deeply concerned by the recent decision of Ohio GOP leaders to reject the Democrats’ plan to get President Joe Biden on the November ballot. This move not only disregards the will of the people, as reflected in recent electoral decisions, but also poses a significant threat to the democratic process. The refusal to include President Biden on the ballot highlights the lengths to which some individuals are willing to go to manipulate and control the political landscape, and it is a worrying sign of the state of our current political system.
The fact that provisional certification is being deemed unacceptable and talks of not including Biden’s name on the ballot are circulating only serve to exacerbate the already concerning situation. Moreover, the Supreme Court’s recent ruling against states unilaterally preventing someone from being on the ballot should serve as a warning against such undemocratic and potentially illegal actions. It is evident that the actions being taken by Republican leaders in Ohio are not only undemocratic but also pose a threat to the very foundation of our democracy.
It is crucial for Ohioans and voters across the country to pay close attention to these developments and hold those responsible for such undemocratic actions to account. The power to effect change lies in the hands of the people, and it is imperative that we stand united against attempts to subvert the democratic process. The actions of the Ohio GOP leaders must not be forgotten, and it is up to us to ensure that our voices are heard and that our democracy is protected. Let us work together to uphold the principles of democracy and fight for a fair and just political system for all.