WTOL 11· Regional news· October 8, 2026
Ohio Democratic candidates Amy Acton and Marcy Kaptur make ‘anti-transgender remarks,’ face backlash

Equality Ohio rated Kaptur a D and downgraded Acton to a B; Both have shown support for preventing transgender athletes from competing in women's, girls' sports.
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