Author Archives: Mike Bock

Tony And Janet Hall Wanted Their Children, Jyl and Matt, To See The Hungry / The Poor And To Care About Them

I was glad recently to join with fellow Democrats to sing “Happy Birthday” to Tony Hall. Tony was our representative to the US House from 1978-2002. He celebrated his 82nd birthday by organizing a fund-raiser for his daughter, Jyl Hall. … Continue reading

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To “Save Democracy,” David Pepper Should Tell How Democrats Can Help Democratize The Democratic Party

I’m looking forward to hearing David Pepper speak at our South of Dayton Democratic Club this evening, Wednesday, January 17. Pepper served as Ohio Democratic Party Chairperson from 2015 to 2020.  Pepper’s latest book, “Saving Democracy: A User’s Manual For … Continue reading

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To Lift Debt Ceiling, Mike Turner Calls On Biden To Negotiate And Make Concessions, Says The House Has Already Voted To Raise Debt Limit

  Congressman Turner recently appeared on CNN’s “State of the Nation.” I’m disappointed that my representative in the US House, on the matter of raising the debt ceiling,  took a harsh partisan stance and loyally pushed the party line. Turner, … Continue reading

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