Dann has behaved badly, not criminally
We’ve stated before Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann should resign. But should he be impeached?
To paraphrase former President Clinton, that depends on your definition of “misdemeanor.”
The Ohio House of Representatives has the authority, by a majority vote, to impeach Dann for any “misdemeanor.” Apparently, that term is open to interpretation by the House. At least one member says that means “simple misbehavior.”
In the impeachment process, the House would act like a grand jury. An indictment would send the issue to the state Senate for a trial. A conviction, resulting in his removal, would require approval by 22 of the 33 state senators.
Articles of impeachment filed Tuesday list Dann’s alleged transgresions. Dann already has admitted to misbehavior. Only one — willfully and intentionally issued misleading statements under oath — seems to be serious enough to warrant impeachment.
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Returning a favor
A tip of the cap goes to Amy Tripp, Gail Eidt and other anonymous helpers who plan to repay someone who has done much to help others.
At least the coins can hold their value
Gold is falling from an all-time high set in mid-March; meanwhile, black gold (oil) continues to set records.
And the U.S. dollar now is worth worth 64 percent of a euro. The greenback now trades on par with the Canadian loon.
18 cents off? Let’s explore choices
Gas prices topped $4 per gallon — briefly — at a gas station in Tiffin on Wednesday. The numbers on the station marquee quickly dropped to $3.77.9 a gallon.
This illustrates the futility of shelving the 18.
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