Ohio Democratic strongholds see high early voting turnout driven by abortion and marijuana issues
Early voting numbers in Ohio for the November election on abortion and marijuana have shown remarkable turnout, particularly in Democratic stronghold counties. Cuyahoga, Franklin, and Hamilton counties have all seen increases in early voting compared to the August special election. Tens of thousands of vote-by-mail ballots are yet to be received or counted. Republican strongholds are also experiencing increased turnout, with efforts made to encourage conservatives to vote early. The election includes issues on abortion and marijuana legalization.