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Democratic Candidate Amy Acton Backs Ohio Voter-ID Amendment

8/8/2026

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On August 7, 2026, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton announced she will support Ohio’s Issue 3 voter-ID amendment.
Acton said the amendment does not change existing law and will provide free ID to eligible voters.
Her stance mirrors Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy, who endorsed the measure in a May 2026 op-ed.
Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde and Rep. Allison Russo called Issue 3 unnecessary, while Republicans say constitutionalizing it would protect the rule from challenges.

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On August 7, 2026, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton announced she will support Ohio’s Issue 3 voter-ID amendment.
Acton said the amendment does not change existing law and will provide free ID to eligible voters.
Her stance mirrors Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy, who endorsed the measure in a May 2026 op-ed.
Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde and Rep. Allison Russo called Issue 3 unnecessary, while Republicans say constitutionalizing it would protect the rule from challenges.