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Amy Acton among at least 17 women governors set to serve in 2027, a new U.S. record

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Amy Acton’s historic Ohio victory is part of a national milestone. At least 17 women are expected to serve as governors in 2027, surpassing the previous record of 14. The incoming class includes the nation’s first Black woman governor, first Native American woman governor and several state firsts.

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Amy Acton among at least 17 women governors set to serve in 2027, a new U.S. record (opens Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Published Nov 5, 2026
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Amy Acton’s historic Ohio victory is part of a national milestone. At least 17 women are expected to serve as governors in 2027, surpassing the previous record of 14. The incoming class includes the nation’s first Black woman governor, first Native American woman governor and several state firsts.
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How Amy Acton fits into a record year for women governors (opens Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Published Nov 7, 2026
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Amy Acton will become Ohio’s first woman elected governor as at least 17 women prepare to lead states in 2027, setting a national record and producing several historic firsts.