Recent polling suggests a competitive race for the Ohio governor's mansion, which has been held by Republicans for the past two decades. Democrat Amy Acton is currently leading Republican Vivek Ramaswamy by 8 percentage points, according to a CNN poll released on October 11, 2026. This follows a previous poll by the New York Times/Siena that also indicated Acton was ahead in the race.
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Polls Indicate Competitive Race for Ohio Governor's Mansion
Polling data shows Democrat Amy Acton leading Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio governor's race. A CNN poll indicates Acton is ahead by 8 percentage points, marking a potentially significant shift in the state's political landscape.
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Polls Indicate Competitive Race for Ohio Governor's Mansion