From The Straits Times · · 50s
Ohio Governor Race: Acton Defeats Ramaswamy
Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor race after backlash over attack ad featuring her estranged mother.
In brief
Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio governor race after backlash over attack ad featuring her estranged mother. Democrat Amy Acton defeated Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio's governor race despite state leaning Republican and Trump backing Ramaswamy. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Ohio Governor Race Result
Democrat Amy Acton won Ohio's governor race over Republican Vivek Ramaswamy on Nov 3.
Controversial Attack Ad
Ramaswamy's campaign used an ad featuring Acton's estranged mother, who claimed she lied her entire life.
“Donna Arthur said her daughter has 'lied her entire life' and should not be allowed to become governor.”
Acton's Childhood Claims
Acton stated she endured abuse, hunger, and neglect as a child, with her birth mother failing to protect her.
“Between the ages of 10 and 12, I was sexually abused by her husband, while my birth mother did nothing to protect me.”
Political Backlash
Ramaswamy faced criticism from Democrats and some Republicans after the ad campaign.
In short
Democrat Amy Acton defeated Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio's governor race despite state leaning Republican and Trump backing Ramaswamy.
