Early Voting Begins in Ohio Election That Could Enshrine Abortion in State’s Constitution

Voters will give decide on Issue 1, a proposed amendment that would create a constitutional right to termination.

People gather and pray during the Ohio March for Life rally at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus on Oct. 6, 2023. Carolyn Kaster/AP Photo

Ohioans started heading to the polls on Oct. 11 as early voting began in an election that will decide whether abortion is enshrined as a right in the state’s constitution.

Issue 1 is expected to drive higher-than-usual turnout in the state’s off-year election as voters both for and against the controversial ballot measure attend the polls.