CLEVELAND, Ohio - Ohio lawmakers are considering creating a new currency backed by gold and silver. They’re calling it “pirate money.”

Why? We’re talking about how Republican legislators are talking about “choice and freedom” on Today in Ohio.

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Editor Chris Quinn hosts our daily half-hour news podcast, with editorial board member Lisa Garvin, impact editor Leila Atassi and content director Laura Johnston.

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Here’s what we’re asking about today:

Who are we in Ohio, the new confederacy? What is the reason for a bill that would have Ohio creating it

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