WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) offered the following statement after the announcement that Cleveland has been chosen to host the 2016 Republican National Convention:

“Today’s announcement is excellent news for Ohio. It represents another step forward in the city of Cleveland’s renaissance,” Brown said. “As a Cleveland resident, I’m proud that we will host a party’s national convention and give America the opportunity to experience our region’s world class museums, restaurants, and other attractions. This isn’t about being a Democrat or Republican. This is about bringing jobs to Northeast Ohio and ensuring that our region’s economy continues to grow—with the focus of the country, and even world, on Ohio once again.”  

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