Guest columnist Ali Smith is Policy Matters Ohio’s operations specialist.

Dear Santa,

At Policy Matters Ohio, we’re constantly coming up with ideas to make our state more vibrant, equitable, sustainable and inclusive.

But many Ohio legislators aren’t too keen on public policy that works for everyday Ohioans.

In the spirit of the holiday season, we decided to send you a wish list: five ways our elected officials can put people ahead of politics and make our state policy work for families and working people.

Pass Tanisha’s Law

We shouldn’t criminalize people for being disabled or needing help during a crisis.

Too many Ohioans experiencing behavioral health crises have been killed by police.

Tanisha’s Law -- named for Tanisha Anderson, who was killed by Cleveland police during a menta

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