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Ohio Again A Mid-Term Bellwether

As Democrats and Republicans battle for control of Congress, Ohio once again is in the thick of it. The GOP is riding a wave of voter disappointment with efforts to fix the failing economy. Many say Washington's efforts haven't helped them and swing voters are blaming the Democrats. Polls show incumbent Democrats on the bubble in several Ohio Congressional districts. Betty Sutton, for example, has moved from a "solid" Democratic win to only "likely," and John Boccieri's odds of re-election are considered a toss-up. We'll discuss both the 13th and 16th districts and the issues motivating voters. Join host Mike McIntyre and tell us what's driving you to the polls...or what may keep you from bothering to vote. Thursday at 9:00 on 90.3.

David Cohen, associate professor of political science, Bliss Institute of Applied Politics
Mark Naymik, politics writer, The Plain Dealer
Howard Wilkinson, politics writer, Cincinnati Enquirer
Stephanie Warsmith, reporter, Akron Beacon Journal