10 Jokes About Ohio That Seem Offensive… But Maybe They’re Just True

People love to make fun of Ohio—both natives and outsiders alike. Thankfully, Ohioans are pretty good sports when it comes to being the brunt of a joke. (For the most part.)

1) Ohio weather is bipolar. (Except it's more like "quadpolar". Too bad that isn't a word. We could really use it here.)

4) Yes, we have big heads when it comes to football...but we have a perfectly good reason.

6) Jon Stewart even called us "Swing State Hell." So, there's that.

7) Our Michigan hatred is no joke. We don't exaggerate it. We're simply talking truth.

10) Ok, so this one is only technically true.

Ohioans are good at making fun of Ohio—but we’re not always cool with it if you’re an outsider. Remember that. Post your favorite Ohio jokes in the comments below!

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April Dray

April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.

10 Jokes About Ohio That Seem Offensive… But Maybe They’re Just True

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