Young Progressive Takes on Ohio Republicans | 2026 Statehouse Race
Ohio politics is heating up ahead of the 2026 midterms, and District 56 could be one of the most important races in the state. In this episode of Breaking the Meta, we sit down with Laalithya Acharya, a 22-year-old biomedical engineer running for the Ohio State House in Southwest Ohio, to discuss public education, school vouchers, affordability, ICE enforcement, healthcare, and breaking the Republican supermajority.
We cover what’s happening in Mason, Lebanon, and Deerfield Township, how redistricting has reshaped the area, and why she believes this seat is winnable in 2026. From rising…
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