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Key Races and Ballot Question

Ohio has become a key front in the fight over access to abortion as voters are set to decide on an amendment that would enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution.Credit…Maddie McGarvey for The New York Times

As Election Day approaches, several significant races are garnering attention. In Kentucky, Democratic Governor Andy Beshear faces a challenge from Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron. In Mississippi, Governor Tate Reeves, a Republican, is running for re-election against Democratic challenger Brandon Presley. Ohio voters will decide on an amendment that could enshrine the right to abortion access in the state constitution, amid ongoing national debates on reproductive rights.

Additionally, the balance of power in the Virginia General Assembly is up for grabs, with both parties vying for control. Republicans, seeking a third power monopoly in states won by President Biden, are focusing on Virginia. In Philadelphia, an open-seat race for mayor features Democrat Cherelle Parker against Republican David Oh, with Parker having a significant advantage in the traditionally Democratic city.

These races will have implications beyond their respective states, providing insights into national political trends as both major parties look toward the 2024 elections.

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