Abortion Forward celebrates Gov.-Elect Amy Acton

Press Release | November 3, 2026

The Associated Press has called the election for Ohio governor in favor of Dr. Amy Acton. Abortion Forward Executive Director Kellie Copeland released the following statement:

“Governor-elect Amy Acton will be Ohio’s first elected woman to hold that position and now has the opportunity to become one of the most powerful voices for reproductive freedom anywhere in the nation. We celebrate her historic win and look forward to working with her administration to shape policy and protect abortion access for every Ohioan.”

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