Afghanistan's Summer Brings Reversals Aug 27, 2009
Sherrod Brown of Ohio expressed frustration with the Afghan government and said he is "concerned that this war not last a whole lot longer.". "We've got to begin seeing changes," Brown said. (Time.com)
* NATO seeks more for Afghan mission Aug 25, 2009
Senator Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat who was part of the same delegation, said: Time is not running out next week. But they have to show results. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Casey: Karzai needs 'sense of urgency' Aug 25, 2009
Sherrod Brown and Rep. Zack Space, both Ohio Democrats. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Man spells out marriage proposal in Ohio field Aug 21, 2009
United States Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) joined the National Community Action Foundation (NCAF) and ExxonMobil to award the Ohio Green Workforce Training Partnership with the inaugural grant from the NCAF ExxonMobil Weatherization Training Partnership. The Partnership will receive $100,000 to establish a first-of-its-kind training program that will prepare workers for a career in the growing fields of weatherization and energy efficiency. (Fresno Bee)
The public option is not dead. Yet Jul 29, 2009
"The public intuitively understands -- way better than some people here -- that a public option will keep the insurance companies honest," said Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown, who sits on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, which that includes a public plan. Polls show voters agree with the idea, though depending on how the question is framed, the results can vary widely. (Salon)
Strickland enters pact for rail funds Jul 28, 2009
Sherrod Brown in a statement on Monday said rail development could prove key to the state s economic development, while the state itself is a key ingredient in officials high hopes for passenger rail. You can t have a nationwide passenger rail system without Ohio, Brown said. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Remarks by president during health care reform town hall Jul 25, 2009
Not here, but a couple of my favorite people: Congresswoman Marcia Fudge and Sherrod Brown couldn't be here today. They've got work to do in Washington. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Save Local TV Jul 24, 2009
Senator Sherrod Brown (D). 713 Hart Senate Office Building. (FOX19.com, OH)
DeWine Says He's Running for Ohio Attorney General Jul 23, 2009
DeWine lost his bid for a third U.S. Senate term in 2006 to Democrat Sherrod Brown. Delaware County Prosecutor Dave Yost already has announced plans to seek the GOP's nomination for attorney general. (Newsmax)
Will Blue Dogs Sit on Healthcare? Jul 20, 2009
Which Dems Will Say No to Obama's Health Care. Will Blue Dogs Sit on Healthcare. (Human Events Online)
Energy projects on tap at cities Jul 11, 2009
Sherrod Brown s, D-Ohio, office several months ago about the stimulus funding. We d been flirting with the project, but money was an issue, Williams said. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Teacher's mission: Guide vets back to campus Jul 5, 2009
Sherrod Brown of Ohio has sponsored a bill inspired by Schupp's program that authorizes grants for colleges to establish campus centers for veterans. It was folded into the Higher Education Act of 2008 and awaits funding from Congress. (Anchorage Daily News)
Ohio Congressional Members Urge U.S. to Provide GM Retirees Medical Benefits Jun 27, 2009
Sherrod Brown (D-OH) to U.S. Secretary of Treasury Timothy F. Geithner was made public today, urging 'simple justice' with equity in financial support for the future medical and life insurance benefits of GM retirees represented by the United Steelworkers (USW) and two other unions. (Logo: ). (PR Newswire)
Rooney a hit on Capitol Hill Jun 25, 2009
Sherrod Brown, who appeared to introduce Ms. Marshall and is not on the committee, gave Mr. Rooney the closest thing he got to a put-down by expressing gratitude that they weren't seated next to each other. "It would not look real good as a picture in the newspaper to have me next to Dan Rooney without an explanation," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Burr and Hagan join hands to keep FDA's grip off tobacco May 20, 2009
Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, put up a chart showing the sleek pink-and-black packaging of Camel No. 9's, a cigarette stamped with a pink camel. The cigarette was handed out free at bars around N.C. State University when it was launched two years ago and is advertised in magazines such as Cosmopolitan and Glamour. (News & Observer)
Following Chrysler, GM slashing U.S. dealers May 16, 2009
Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, demanded that GM and Chrysler provide a detailed explanation of how the dealer closures would save them money or boost revenue. "Given the fact that this will further contract my state's economy and leave thousands of employees without jobs, I would like to understand the logic behind this decision," Brown said in an open letter to the CEOs of both automakers. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Working in two languages to improve Latinos plight May 8, 2009
Government liaisons from the Federation put together a position paper on the subject to help us meet with Senators George Voinovich and Sherrod Brown. Dahlberg was one of 20 Hispanic leaders to travel to Israel for two weeks, where she learned about and observed Israeli immigration programs. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
High-speed rail in Ohio: 'Three-C' closer to reality Apr 20, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, who is among the backers of the Three-C route. Passenger rail service would create jobs and economic growth at a time when our state needs both, he said. (Cincinnati Nation)
DHL Moving Cargo Jobs From Ohio to Kentucky Apr 18, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Friday urged President Barack Obama to appoint a senior official to coordinate the federal response to the situation. Republican U.S. Rep. (ABC News -- Wire)
EWI gets $1M for clean energy center Apr 16, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, said Wednesday prior to a clean energy summit at the Center of Science and Industry in Columbus. Brown said he and U.S. Sen. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Dems' Fisher, GOPs Portman raising big bucks for Senate race Apr 13, 2009
Even though Ohioans won't elect a new senator to join Democrat Sherrod Brown for 18 months, posturing by both parties already is in high gear. Democrats rarely miss an opportunity to exploit Portman's closeness to the Bush family, particularly the unpopular 43rd president, George W. Bush. (Cincinnati Nation)
Health care reform battle begins Apr 4, 2009
Sherrod Brown, a liberal Democrat from Ohio ... Sherrod Brown of Ohio. (Insight on the News)
Senate won't fast track cap-and-trade Apr 2, 2009
Sherrod Brown, Ohio Democrat, whose home state could be hard-hit by the economic effects of a cap-and-trade program, has opposed some earlier efforts on the issue. But on Wednesday he voted against Republicans' amendment, and afterwards went up to Mrs. Boxer on the floor and told her the news. (Insight on the News)
Ryan Running for Ohio Lieutenant Governor Apr 1, 2009
Sherrod Brown s (D) open House seat. First Draft. (Roll Call)
Behold: The Godzilla of energy bills cometh Apr 1, 2009
But are Democratic senators like Ohio's Sherrod Brown or Michigan's Carl Levin going to sign off on more bailout money for Wall Street after Monday's events. That seems unthinkable. (Salon)
Cincy health centers to get stimulus funds Mar 28, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. Community health centers provide critical health services that improve the well-being of Ohioans and reduce the state s Medicaid costs, Brown said in the release. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Army vet billed $3,000 for war wounds Mar 27, 2009
Sherrod Brown of Ohio urged the VA to act; VA agrees to pay bill ... Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Roberts' home state of Ohio who serves on the Senate's VA committee. (CNN -- Law)
Steven Dettelbach recommended for U.S. attorney Mar 6, 2009
Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) for the position of U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Ohio. A graduate of Hawken School, Dartmouth College, and Harvard University Law School, Dettelbach is a defense attorney and former federal prosecutor. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
'It's Just a Shock' Feb 16, 2009
Democratic senator Sherrod Brown from Ohio is expected to cast the 60th and deciding vote in favor of the bill. Senator Brown's mother died on February 2nd, and her funeral is tomorrow. (Fox News)
Congress clears $787B stimulus bill Feb 15, 2009
Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, could return to the Capitol from his mother's funeral in Ohio to cast the decisive 60th vote. The bill will now go to President Barack Obama for his signature. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Despite challenges, Obama scores significant victory Feb 15, 2009
Senator Sherrod Brown, who was in Ohio for his late mother's memorial service, flew back to Washington and cast the decisive 60th "Yes" vote for the bill. BIGGEST WINNER. (Xinhuanet, China)
At Last: Senate Passes $787B Stimulus Plan in Obama Victory Feb 15, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, provided the necessary 60th vote for passage. He cast his vote at 10:46 p.m. after the Senate held the vote open for several hours while he flew back from his home state. (ABC News -- Business)
AP: House Passes Obama's Economic Stimulus Bill Feb 15, 2009
Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, was planning to fly in after a memorial service for his mother to cast the deciding vote. Sen. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Congress OKs Obama plan Feb 15, 2009
Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown raced from his late mother's memorial service in his home state of Ohio to cast the decisive vote at 10. 46pm, some three hours and 39 minutes after the previous lawmaker. (iAfrica.com)
Dems Muscle Stimulus Through Congress Feb 14, 2009
Friday night's winning vote came just before 11 p.m. when Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown voted "aye." The vote had been held open so that Brown could attend his mother's memorial in Ohio. Three Republican moderates sided with Democrats in the Senate. (CBS News)
Congress approves economic boost Feb 14, 2009
Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown raced from his late mother's memorial service in his home state of Ohio to cast the decisive vote at 10:46pm (1446 AEDT Saturday), some three hours and 39 minutes after the previous lawmaker. The president's Democratic allies carried the day with no Republican support in the House and just three Republican moderates in the Senate despite his repeated appeals for bipartisanship since taking office January 20. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
U.S. Congress finally OKs stimulus package Feb 14, 2009
Senator Sherrod Brown, who was in Ohio for his late mother's memorial service, flew back to Washington and cast the decisive 60th vote for the bill. As the 1,071-page bill works its way toward President Barack Obama's desk, analysts believe that the new president was emerging as the biggest winner. (Xinhuanet, China)
Funeral service delays stimulus vote Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown of Ohio ... Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, to fly back from his home state, where he was attending a memorial service for his mother ... Sherrod Brown of Ohio. (Insight on the News)
Slowing Economy Slowing Broadband Growth Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown returned to Washington late Friday night and cast the decisive 60th vote in favor of the bill. Alex Koppelman. (Salon)
Democrats muscle stimulus bill through Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown of Ohio cast the decisive vote after flying aboard a government plane from Ohio, where he was mourning his mother;s death. After lobbying energetically for the bill, Obama is expected to sign it within a few days, less than a month after taking office. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
US Congress approves economic boost Feb 14, 2009
Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown raced from his late mother's memorial service in his home state of Ohio to cast the decisive vote at 10:46 pm (0346 GMT Saturday), some three hours and 39 minutes after the previous lawmaker. The president's Democratic allies carried the day with no Republican support in the House and just three Republican moderates in the Senate despite his repeated appeals for bipartisanship since taking office Jannuary 20. (Yahoo! Asia News)
US Congress passes $1.2 trillion stimulus Feb 14, 2009
The vote was held open for five hours until Senator Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, returned from his home state to cast the deciding vote for the bill. Brown had been in Ohio following the death of his mother earlier this week. (The Age)
Democrats Muscle Huge Stimulus to Brink of Passage Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown to fly back from Ohio, where his mother died earlier in the week. His was the decisive 60th vote for the bill. (ABC News -- Wire)
Senate gives $787 billion stimulus bill final approval Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown casts deciding vote after being flown from mother's wake ... Sherrod Brown speaks to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid at right on the Senate floor Friday ... Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Ohio, attended a wake for his mother until about 8 p.m. Friday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Obama's Bill to Stimulate Nation Feb 14, 2009
Sherrod Brown, who cast the decisive vote near 11 p.m. after attending a memorial viewing for his late mother in Ohio. The LAT's lead story the bill to a "time-release capsule." Most Americans will see money right away in the form of increased take-home pay, while infrastructure provisions may yield fruit years from now. (Slate)
Survey: Some senators admit tax errors Feb 11, 2009
SEN. SHERROD BROWN (D-Ohio) Do you prepare your own taxes. No. If not, who does. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
What Limbaugh comment says about Limbaugh Feb 8, 2009
"And don't forget, Sherrod Brown is black. There's a racial component here, too. And now, the newspaper that I'm reading all this from is The New York Times, and they, of course, don't mention that." --on the 2006 Ohio Senate primary race involving then-Rep. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), who is CAUCASIAN.. (Montana Standard, MT)
