How Ohio Passed the Highest-Stakes Abortion Rights Law Since "Roe" Fell
The state is now firmly held by Republicans, but organizers found a way to reach voters who are appalled by the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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The state is now firmly held by Republicans, but organizers found a way to reach voters who are appalled by the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Shortly after Issue 1 passed with almost 57% of the vote in the November general election, Republican legislators were already pledging to fight against the initiative’s success.
Voters across Ohio voted to protect access to abortion rights Tuesday. How did it happen and what does it mean for 2024?
The AP and other outlets called the result around 9 p.m.
It's the seventh state to protect access since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year.