Understanding Ohio's Issue 1: Impact on Abortion and the Abortion-Rights Movement

Ohio voters will decide on Issue 1, a GOP proposal to raise the threshold for amending the Ohio Constitution from a simple majority to 60%. This comes ahead of a November vote on whether Ohioans have a constitutional right to abortion. Supporters argue that a higher threshold is necessary to protect the constitution from outside influences, while opponents view it as a power grab that weakens citizens' rights. The measure would also impact other issues like redistricting reform and minimum wage increase. Voting on Issue 1 takes place in August, and the provision on signature gathering would take effect in 2024 if passed.