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Emmy Voting 2026: What the Ballots Reveal

June 21, 2026

The Emmy ballot opened on June 11, and every show and performer that could be nominated was listed. The list is huge—nearly thirty PDFs covering all categories. Looking at it gives a glimpse into what the TV world looks like right now. One surprising thing is how many actors from “The Pitt” a

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How Chicago's School Board Race Got Messy Before the Vote Even Started

June 21, 2026

Chicago’s upcoming school board election isn’t just about picking new leaders—it’s also about who even gets to be on the ballot. Out of 51 candidates running, 28 have faced objections challenging their petitions. These aren’t just minor clerical issues; they’re legal fights that can knock hopefuls o

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Billionaires Face a One‑Time Tax to Help California Health Care

June 20, 2026

A new ballot measure in California would charge a one‑time 5 % tax on residents whose net worth exceeds $1 billion. The proposal, backed by the state’s largest health‑care workers union, aims to raise about $100 billion for a special fund. Ninety percent of the money would go to health‑care programs

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President Lee Demands Big Changes to Korea’s Election System

June 19, 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae‑Myung has called for a sweeping reform of the country’s election framework after a series of problems hit the local polls on June 3. The most visible issue was a shortage of ballot papers, which sparked public outrage and led to protests that questioned the fairness of

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Utah’s mail voting plan faces pushback from Washington

June 19, 2026

Utah plans to run its next election entirely through the mail, joining a small group of states that already do this. The state’s move, however, has sparked criticism from the nation’s top leader, who argues that such voting methods could be manipulated to favor one political side. President Trump, w

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What counts as fair proof when voting?

June 19, 2026

A heated back-and-forth over voter paperwork showed how two lawmakers can look at the same set of rules and see very different problems. One side argues that asking voters to dig up old documents just to cast a ballot is overkill. The other insists that every voter should prove they belong in the sy

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Ballot Paper Shortages Spark Parliamentary Investigation in South Korea

June 18, 2026

South Korean lawmakers began a 45‑day inquiry into the National Election Commission after voters faced paper shortages during local polls on June 3. The probe was approved in a full‑assembly vote and will look at both the central commission and regional bodies. The issue sparked street protests,

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Character Wins: What Maine’s Vote Says About Politics

June 18, 2026

Maine voters made a clear statement on June 9 when Graham Platner earned 72% of the Democratic primary ballots. The result shows that many people still value a candidate’s personal integrity over policy promises alone. In the coming November, the United States will hold midterm elections that cou

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Why missing Colorado’s June elections could shape your November choices

June 18, 2026

Colorado’s primary elections in June often get ignored despite how much they decide the November race. While November draws big crowds, June’s ballots go largely unopened—especially by unaffiliated voters who make up over half the state’s electorate. Many don’t realize they can vote in either party’

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Utah's Primary Battles: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?

June 18, 2026

Utah’s upcoming primary elections are shaping up to be a high-stakes showdown, with incumbents facing tough challenges and outside money flooding races. In one of the most watched contests, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams—a longtime political figure—now finds himself in an unexpectedly close race