Panelists: Jo Ingles, Statehouse Reporter, Ohio Public Radio, Darrel Rowland, Public Affairs Editor, The Columbus Dispatch; Bob Clegg, Republican Strategist; Sam Gresham, Common Cause Ohio. Topics: Lawmakers from Ohio and health care reform; Judge rules state cannot use tobacco money to balance budget; Cops for Casinos; Governor Strickland’s Clemency Decision on Jason Getsy.

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Hungry for more than headlines and short soundbites about our community? Watch Columbus On The Record for in-depth, thoughtful, and balanced analysis of the issues and stories affecting Columbus and Central Ohio. Mike Thompson, WOSU's news and public affairs director, moderates the program that features well-respected journalists and veteran political observers offering insight and analysis of the top stories of the week. In addition to featuring well-known journalists, Columbus On The Record will present panelists from outside the mainstream.