Ohio, as does every other state in the U.S., has two senators. These two senators are Mike DeWine and George V. Voinovich. In the following, I will try to give some background and political information on thses fine gentalmen. Let’s first begin with DeWine, shall we?Mike DeWine was born on January 5, 1947 in the town of Springfield, Ohio. He is a graduate of Yellow Springs High School and a college graduate He has also recieved many awards over the years including: Donald Santarelli Award for Public Policy for writing the Child Victims' Bill of Rights, presented by the National Organization of Victim Assistance. National Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Award for leadership in the fight against drunk driving. DeWine wrote legislation, approved by the 100th Congress, allowing federal judges to impose all state law restrictions against persons convicted of drunk driving on federal land. DeWine also wrote Ohio's drunk driving law in 1982, the toughest in the land, while serving in the Ohio Senate. "Watchdog of the Treasury" Award for his efforts to cut federal spending, eliminate waste, and reduce the deficit, presented by the National Taxpayers Union. "Spirit of Enterprise" Award for his strong bro-business voting record, presented by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce."Guardian of Small Business" Award eight-time winner for voting in support of small business, presented by the National Federation of Independent Business. National Security Leadership Award for strong pro-defense voting record, presented by the American Security Council. Golden Eagle Award for strong pro-defense voting record, presented by the Council for National Defense. The Dr. Nathan Davis Award , presented by the American Medical Association, for DeWine's efforts to improve pediatric medical research and other health care measures for children. His services to the state of Ohio are as follows: Member of the Judiciary Committee, Chairman of Subcommittee on An...