"Battle for Abortion Rights in Ohio Fuels Misinformation Campaign Ahead of Fall Vote"

Ohio is set to vote on a November ballot measure that aims to guarantee access to abortion rights, but misinformation about the proposal is already spreading. Supporters argue that the amendment would restore commonsense abortion protection, while opponents claim it would allow for abortions "up to birth" and protect abusers. However, medical and legal experts clarify that the amendment would still allow Ohio to restrict abortions beyond the point of fetal viability, abortions "up to birth" are exceedingly rare and involve inducing birth early, the amendment does not protect abusers, infanticide is already illegal, and it is a stretch to claim that the amendment is about gender-related health care. The amendment also does not invalidate Ohio's existing parental consent law, although opponents argue it could be challenged in court.