Rob Portman actually said...

John's art is displayed in the White House, in the Congress and in other prominent places around the world.

I rise to pay tribute to John Ruthven, a longtime friend and leader in my community, who will be honored as a Great Living Cincinnatian.

He was selected based on his community service, business and civic accomplishments, awareness of the needs of others, and achievements that ...

He is a modern day Audubon who is both an internationally known wildlife artist and a committed naturalist.