Ohio Voters Put Abortion Rights in State Constitution
They approved Issue 1, a ballot measure enshrining the right.
November 7, 2023
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Ohio Voters Reject Measure That Could Have Made Passing Abortion Rights Harder
The ballot measure would have made it more difficult to amend the state's constitution, where voters want to enshrine reproductive rights in November.
August 8, 2023
LGBT Voters in Ohio Are Dismayed at the Election Results
In Ohio, a state that flipped back to red, LGBT voters are wondering what's next.Â
November 9, 2016
Republicans and Democrats are split on transgender rights — and it's impacting swing states
Ohio's voters largely oppose protections for trans people. And yes, Ohio's voters are largely Republican.
October 11, 2024
Ohio's six-week abortion ban permanently struck down as judge upholds referendum
"The State of Ohio seeks not to uphold the constitutional protection of abortion rights, but to diminish and limit it," Judge Christian Jenkins wrote.
October 25, 2024
Ohio Couple Sues for Marriage Recognition
A gay couple who were recently married in Maryland have filed a lawsuit to force Ohio to recognize their legal marriage, before one of the partners succumbs to ALS.
July 21, 2013
Another Ohio Republican Comes Out for Marriage Equality
Former Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro announced his support for marriage equality, citing his married lesbian daughter.
July 8, 2013
The Advocate's Big Four Report: Ohio
The Advocate continues its coverage of four swing states this week with Ohio, the state that could well decide the 2008 election ... and the state that John Kerry lost by a scant 119,000 votes in 2004. This story is the first of four pieces focusing on the state's political dynamics, LGBT concerns, and how it all will play out on Election Day.
October 29, 2008
Ohio Abortion Foes Are Making the Fight About Gender Transition and Drag Queens
They claim that a state constitutional amendment enshrining abortion rights would allow minors to receive gender-affirming procedures without parental consent.
July 21, 2023
How to Change Perceptions of Trans People in the Heartland
Sometimes it can be as simple as pointing out some simple facts of life, according to a new study by labor groups.
June 14, 2017
Republican AG: Let Pro-Marriage Vote Go Forward
Mike DeWine urges dismissal of suit seeking to block a pro-marriage equality ballot measure.
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May 1, 2012
Ohio Judge Swipes At Marriage Ban
A federal judge made a ruling on Ohio's marriage equality ban, which could clear the path toward completely overturning the law.
December 23, 2013
Drag Ban Won't Go on Ohio City's Ballot, State Supreme Court Rules
Secretary of State Frank LaRose didn't follow the law in deciding to put the issue before voters, according to the court.
October 13, 2023
Ohio Lawmaker Wants Judge Impeached Over Marriage Equality
Ohio Rep. John Becker claims a federal judge's rulings in favor of a legally married gay couple and a gay widower demonstrate the judge's 'incompetence' and 'personal bias.'
September 23, 2013
A War Is Raging in Ohio Over LGBT Rights
As the Republicans unveil their epically homophobic platform in Cleveland, the Buckeye State finds itself at a crossroads over equality.
July 21, 2016
Republican Ohio U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno’s LGBTQ+ hypocrisy exposed
The GOP hopeful is trying to explain why an account on an adult website that was allegedly linked to him sought men for sex.
March 15, 2024
Ohio Republicans Still Targeting Gays in Critical State Legislative Races
Ohio has passed both a law and a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage, but that hasn't stopped the GOP from trying to stir up antigay sentiment in order to keep its four-seat advantage in the state house of representatives.
October 30, 2008
Campaign Aims to Grow Ohio Marriage Equality Support
The Marriage Matters Ohio campaign kicked off today in Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus.
September 9, 2013
Hillary Clinton Sweeps Tuesday's Primaries
Clinton has won all five states that held Democratic primaries Tuesday.
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March 15, 2016
McConnell's Legacy in Flames as Trump Crime Show Swamps GOP
By not removing Trump when he had the chance, the Senate Minority Leader created a colossal PR disaster coinciding with the '24 election.
August 9, 2023