Even Amy Acton, the Democrat nominee for Ohio’s governor, admits that keeping boys out of girls sports is “settled law” in her state. This stance has irked progressives who usually back her party. She made these comments after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states can protect women’s sports.
Acton told The Toledo Blade, “I do not support boys playing in girls sports.” She added that as governor, she will “enforce and uphold the law.” Her words came after cases from Idaho and West Virginia upheld similar state laws.
Why This Matters
The Ohio Democrats Progressive Caucus called out Acton for her strong stance. They claim her comments will cost her votes and volunteers in November. A statement from the group said, “ZERO Ohioans have become better able to buy groceries by keeping child sport players away from their favorite sport.” They believe her position hurts everyday Ohioans.
Reports from the United Nations released in 2024 say over 600 females lost 890 medals to males in sports. Female athletes have also faced injuries when forced to compete against males. Acton says she will “always stand up for fairness and protect kids’ health and safety.” She also plans to work on lowering costs for families.
The caucus statement read, “Our hearts break for those kids.” They claimed that people who disagree with Acton will “never vote – let alone doorknock – for Amy Acton.” Yet, the group still said they want to work with her on shared goals. They noted her inner circle lacks a voice for the largest constituency caucus in Ohio.
Acton’s comments have gained attention in recent days. The Progressive Caucus wants her to have a “FULL picture of what her constituents want.” They hope she will let them provide that missing piece as she moves forward. The statement appeared to be taken down from their Facebook page later.
This fight shows how deep the split runs even among allies. Acton stands firm on fairness while her party worries about the political fallout. It is a clear sign that the debate over women’s sports is far from over in local races.
Acton’s refusal to bend on this issue proves that protecting girls in sports is now a non-negotiable stance for some top Democrats. The caucus may grumble, but the law and the safety of our daughters remain the priority for many voters.
We will see if this split helps or hurts her chances in the upcoming election. Stay tuned as we watch how this plays out on the ground in Ohio.
