The Battle for Abortion Rights in Ohio: Voters vs. Republicans

Ohio Republicans are pushing for a change to the state's referendum law, seeking to raise the bar required to secure amendments to the state constitution from a simple majority to 60 percent support. This move comes in response to a referendum on abortion rights that is expected to pass in November. The struggle over popular governance is not new, as states like Ohio adopted popular referenda and ballot initiatives in the early 20th century to circumvent unrepresentative legislatures. The outcome of today's vote will determine whether Ohioans preserve their Progressive Era legacy and the nature of governance in the state.