Fudge and other members of Congress last week undertook the Food Stamp Challenge, from Oct. 31 to Nov. 4, to find out firsthand what life is like for recipients, who actually no longer get food stamps, but a debit card. The program is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Americans don’t resent the rich, they resent being ripped off by irresponsible corporations who won’t pay their fair share in taxes. They resent being unable to earn honest pay for an honest day’s work

Going back to school is something that Young potentially sees in his own future. “As the times and economy changes I have to change with them.

"Every child deserves a quality education. It is one of the great equalizers in our society. However, this action almost ensures that students in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District will not have the same opportunity as other children.

Ohio is losing two U.S. House seats because of slow population growth. The Republican plan for 16 districts essentially maintains the current makeup following the 2010 elections and subjects each party to a loss of a congressional seat.

Voters in Cuyahoga County can now cast their ballots in advance of the November 8 general election.