Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

A major political forecasting organization changed its prediction for Ohio's governor's race from a toss-up to favoring the Democratic candidate. This shift suggests Democrats are now seen as more likely to win the race. The change appears to reflect concerns from Republican sources about their candidate's viability.

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Latin TimesLean Left· 17d ago

Ohio's Governor Race Tilts Blue as Ramaswamy's Attack Ad Triggers Bipartisan Revolt

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor's race from toss-up to lean Democrat

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Washington ExaminerRight· 18d ago

Cook Political Report shifts Ohio governor race in favor of Democrat after Ramaswamy ad controversy

Cook Shifts Ohio Governor’s Race to Lean Democrat After Ramaswamy Ad Backlash