While Ohio Republicans have been working overtime to undermine and defund the state’s public libraries, Today in Ohio podcasters note that voters sent a clear message Tuesday: hands off our libraries.

In Tuesday’s election, Ohioans approved a staggering 18 out of 20 library taxes on the ballot, including 13 renewals and several increases. The overwhelming support for local libraries comes despite the GOP-controlled legislature’s efforts to scrap the funding formula that had kept these institutions healthy.

The Republican lawmakers’ attacks on libraries seem to have backfired, with the public rallying to protect these beloved community hubs. As Chris Quinn noted, “I think the power-engorged Republicans in the legislature just don’t get what a political force the libraries can be. Peop

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