Author: Esther Bardo

Esther Bardo is the manager of foundation relations at The Buckeye Institute and leader of the AF-Columbus chapter. She holds a master’s degree in information science from Kent State University. She is also a graduate of Malone University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in political science and psychology.
By Esther Bardo • Apr 02,2021

It’s Raining Stimmies in Ohio

Ohio’s budget was running at a $200M surplus before the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, resulting in blanket stay-at-home orders and shuttered businesses, as well as sinking the state’s budget to...

By Esther Bardo • Apr 24,2020

Election Month in Ohio

As the coronavirus pandemic has swept across the country, sporting events, concerts, festivals, and most alarmingly, elections have been postponed. Sixteen states and one territory have either delayed their presidential...

By Esther Bardo • Jul 12,2019

Limited Options

During the 2000 presidential race a neighboring farmer down the road from my parents dug out a Perot for President yard sign and staked it at the end of his...