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Ohio governor poll shows Amy Acton with 3-point lead over Vivek Ramaswamy

A new poll shows Democrat Amy Acton with 48% support in Ohio’s governor’s race, compared with 45% for Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The poll, which is from Bowling Green State University/YouGov, showed that Acton had a 3-percentage-point advantage over Ramaswamy among likely Ohio voters, while 7% said they would support another candidate. The poll surveyed 1,000…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 17, 20260Comments

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Ohio gubernatorial candidate calls for statewide ban on license plate surveillance technology

Flock cameras are becoming a major issue in the Ohio governor race as Democratic candidate Amy Acton calls for a statewide ban. It can be recalled that flock cameras have drawn growing scrutiny over privacy, police access and the potential misuse of automated license plate reader data. Acton announced her position as Ohio communities and…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 14, 20260Comments

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Candidate security calls grow following Amy Acton attack

Security for Ohio candidates and even elected officials is drawing renewed attention after an armed man rushed Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at a campaign event. The call has intensified as political leaders warn about the growing threat of violence against public officials and candidates. Acton escaped injury Sunday after an armed man allegedly forced…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 8, 20260Comments

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Amy Acton attack at Canfield Fair leaves several injured

An attack against Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair on Sunday left several people injured. This, after an armed man allegedly pushed through a crowd toward the Democratic candidate. Acton was not physically injured during the incident. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said he spoke with Acton after the confrontation and confirmed she…

ByNina OliverioSeptember 7, 20260Comments

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DNC Debt Clouds the Help the Ohio Democrats Were Promised

Hamilton County's 2024 election report shows Sherrod Brown receiving 235,825 votes to Bernie Moreno's 158,523, a local advantage of 77,302 votes. Statewide, Moreno still won by 206,434 votes, ending Brown's Senate career. Hamilton County's margin, per certified results, offset about 37.4% of Brown's eventual statewide deficit. Brown is back on the ballot this November, joined…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 27, 20260Comments

Ohio voter pauses outside a polling place as Republican purity tests shape the governor’s race

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Republican Purity Tests Could Hand Ohio to Democrats

Conservatives can punish an imperfect Republican nominee, but Amy Acton would collect the reward. Four days before Ohio's Republican primary, supporters gathered at American Legion Anderson Post 318 on Clough Pike for a Vivek Ramaswamy town hall. When Hamilton County finished counting ballots, the Cincinnati-born candidate had received 36,487 votes, nearly 85% of those cast…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 30, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Native Vivek Ramaswamy Wins Ohio GOP Nomination, Faces Acton

Cincinnati’s Own Vivek Ramaswamy Delivers Landslide Victory, Poised to Become Ohio’s Next Governor Local Roots, Bold Vision: Ramaswamy Sets Up Strong Contrast with Dr. Amy Acton in November General Election Vivek Ramaswamy, the Cincinnati native and St. Xavier High School graduate, delivered a landslide victory in the May 5, 2026, Republican primary. With more than…

ByAdam KoehlerMay 6, 20260Comments

Split image of a political rally podium microphone and a "Putsch for Ohio Grassroots Voice" campaign sign during the Ohio GOP primary.

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Ohio GOP primary challenges emerge for Ramaswamy before fall campaign

Vivek Ramaswamy entered the Ohio GOP primary as a frontrunner with strong financial backing and national visibility. According to Associated Press, his campaign benefits from early fundraising strength and support from prominent Republican figures. He has also positioned himself as a policy-driven candidate focused on economic and education reforms. Despite these advantages, the primary is…

ByNina OliverioApril 27, 20260Comments

Alt Text: 3D illustration for a news article about the Ohio governor race, featuring a massive stack of $25,000,000 cash on a framed topographic map of Ohio, representing Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign funding. A deep shadow is cast over the Cincinnati area.

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Ramaswamy funding reshapes Ohio governor race with $25M personal investment

The Ohio gubernatorial contest has taken a major turn after Vivek Ramaswamy invested $25 million of his own money into his campaign. The move has rapidly expanded his campaign’s financial resources compared to competitors. According to reporting by Fox News, the Trump-endorsed candidate now holds roughly $30 million in cash on hand. Ramaswamy funding has…

ByNina OliverioApril 21, 20260Comments

Vivek Ramaswamy speaking at a podium with a "Vivek for Ohio" sign during a 2026 gubernatorial campaign event.

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Vivek Ramaswamy launches $10M ad campaign as Ohio race intensifies

The Ramaswamy ad campaign is reshaping the Ohio governor’s race ahead of the primary. Vivek Ramaswamy's multimillion-dollar push marks one of the earliest major advertising efforts in a modern Ohio gubernatorial contest. His campaign confirmed a $10 million investment across television, streaming, and digital platforms. The move positions him as one of the most aggressive…

ByNina OliverioMarch 17, 20260Comments

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Ohio governor poll shows Amy Acton with 3-point lead over Vivek Ramaswamy

Ohio gubernatorial candidate calls for statewide ban on license plate surveillance technology

Candidate security calls grow following Amy Acton attack

Amy Acton attack at Canfield Fair leaves several injured

DNC Debt Clouds the Help the Ohio Democrats Were Promised

Republican Purity Tests Could Hand Ohio to Democrats

Cincinnati Native Vivek Ramaswamy Wins Ohio GOP Nomination, Faces Acton

Ohio GOP primary challenges emerge for Ramaswamy before fall campaign

Ramaswamy funding reshapes Ohio governor race with $25M personal investment

Vivek Ramaswamy launches $10M ad campaign as Ohio race intensifies

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