Vernal G. Riffe Jr. was an American politician and member of the Democratic Party. Riffe served in the Ohio House of Representatives for 36 years, from 1959 to 1995, and served as speaker for 19 years, from 1975 to 1994. From Wikipedia
Aronoff, Known for Championing Public Funding for the Arts, Leaves a Lasting Legacy in Ohio's Political and Cultural Landscape