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Electoral reform was on the ballot in several states this election. Why did these measures fail?
Advocates who hoped to limit extreme gerrymandering say ‘terribly misleading ballot language’ sabotaged their efforts. As Donald Trump and Republicans scored massive victories on election day ...World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago -
Did the US election polls fail?
Polls predicted a tight race - then Donald Trump won a commanding victory. So what went wrong?Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
3 key ballot measures to watch on Election Day
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story 3 key ballot measures to watch on Election Day The presidential election between former President ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
49 ballot measures to watch in the 2024 election
Ballot measures to watch in the 2024 election related to abortion, voting, drugs, workers' rights, and more.Top stories - ABC News - November 4 -
Breaking down the security measures for Election Day
Authorities across the country have been planning extensively for Election Day 2024. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at some of the threats officials are looking ...Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
George Conway reflects on election: America did this to itself
George Conway, a former advocate for President-elect Trump who has been outspoken against his candidacy, argued in an op-ed in The Atlantic Wednesday that America “did this to itself.” “This time, ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Did Elon Musk Win the Election for Trump?
Through his wealth and cultural influence, Elon Musk undoubtedly strengthened the Trump campaign. WIRED unpacks whether it really was his efforts that sealed the deal for the president-elect.Tech - Wired - November 7 -
Mail-in voting has become common and there are measures to secure it
As more Americans vote through paper ballots, election officials have been working to make sure those ballots arrive on time and securely.Top stories - ABC News - October 30 -
Aly & AJ on pushing for gun control measures ahead of 2024 election
As the 2024 election approaches, Aly & AJ reflect on surviving a mass shooting and why they're pushing for an assault weapons ban.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Election 2024: The 29 Ballot Measures You Need to Know About
From minimum wage changes to tax tweaks, here’s a look at the ballot measures that matter most to entrepreneurs.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
Officials ramping up security measures for Election Day in North Carolina
Reports of alleged intimidation and voter misinformation in North Carolina have led officials there to boost security precautions around polling places this Election Day. CBS News correspondent ...Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Abortion-rights measures go 7 for 10 in state elections
Reproductive rights were broadly popular at the state level Tuesday night, as seven states passed ballot measures aimed at preserving, expanding or restoring the right to an abortion. The measures ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
States decide on key changes on immigration, election laws in ballot measures
Tuesday's election saw significant laws and regulations passed on the state level through various ballot measures.Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
Here's how the winner of the 2024 US presidential election did it | Jonathan Freedland
We don’t yet know whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will prevail in Tuesday’s contest – but when we do, it won’t feel hard to explain. Here’s one prediction about the US election you can take ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Election Deniers Are Out in Full Force. We Went Where They Did
Vast networks of true believers, convinced beyond all reason that the last election was stolen, have spent years preparing to undermine this one. At last, their time has arrived.Tech - Wired - November 4 -
With days until Election Day, groups make final push for Florida's abortion rights ballot measure
Abortion rights have won in all seven states with ballot measures since Roe v. Wade was overturned, but Florida's Amendment 4 requires 60% voter approval to pass.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
US election 2024 live: Donald Trump says ‘we made history’ as he closes in on victory with win in Pennsylvania
Latest results and reaction after Trump wins crucial swing states, leaving him just three delegates short of 270 needed. US election results 2024: live map and tracker Senate and House results ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Why did Trump win? The fundamentals did it.
Democrats should not be surprised by the election results, as fundamentals such as the economy, incumbency, and the incumbent president's approval rating have a systematic grip on presidential ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Learning to Measure Time in Love and Loss
In this essay from 2013, a writer tries to appreciate the limits of his own life.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 19 -
Boardmasters organisers increase security measures
Organisers of the Newquay music festival announce increases in security measures for the 2025 event.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Did P’Nut Die for Nothing? Test Shows Squirrel Did Not Have Rabies.
Officials released a timeline of the decision to euthanize the squirrel, whose confiscation led to outrage from some on the right and death threats to those deemed responsible.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
How did the Turkey aviation company attack unfold?
The Turkish government says at least five people were killed after an attack on aerospace company which manufactures drones and jets for the military.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Why Did Israel Attack Iran?
The two countries have been fighting a shadow war for years. Now, their conflict has burst into the open.World - The New York Times - October 26 -
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A look at safety measures taken at ballot printing facility
Runbeck Election Services shows how they securely print ballots for voters in nine states, including the battleground state of Arizona. For the general election, they'll print about 35 million ...Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
Montana abortion measure might not be enough to save Tester
A ballot measure to protect abortion rights in Montana stands a good chance of passing, but it may not be enough to push Sen. Jon Tester (D) across the finish line in one of the most watched ...Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Florida ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana fails
A ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana in the state of Florida is projected to fall short, according to Decision Desk HQ, although medicinal use is still legal in the Sunshine State. ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Florida voters narrowly reject abortion rights measure
The ballot initiative in Florida would have allowed abortion until the point of foetal viability or about 24 weeks.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Ohio measure establishing citizen redistricting commission fails
A ballot measure that would have established a new body for drawing the state maps in Ohio, removing elected officials entirely, is projected to fail — dealing a blow to Democrats, according to ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Nebraska Voters Pass Measure Limiting Abortions
A competing ballot amendment, which would have established a right to abortion until fetal viability, failed to win more votes.Top stories - The New York Times - November 6 -
Nevada approves abortion rights ballot measure
Nevada voters have passed a ballot measure to protect abortion rights, one of 10 abortion-related measures up for a vote in the U.S. A Nevada law from 1990 protects abortion until 24 weeks of ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Colorado green lights measure to enshrine abortion
The ballot measure enshrining the right to an abortion in the Colorado state constitution has passed. The initiative — called Amendment 79 — makes abortion a constitutional right in Colorado and ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Analyzing the results of abortion measures on 10 states' ballots
Abortion rights were on the ballot in ten states nationwide on Election Day. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus reports on how the states voted.Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Abortion protection measures pass in many states
Measures that protect and expand abortion rights passed in a number of states, including Arizona and Missouri. But an amendment to expand abortion rights in Florida failed to gain the 60 percent ...Top stories - NBC News - November 7 -
Missouri approves measure to ban ranked-choice voting
Missouri voters on Tuesday approved a ballot measure aimed at banning ranked-choice voting in the state, Decision Desk HQ projects. The proposed amendment to the state constitution will bar the ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Ranked-choice voting measure fails in Nevada
A measure to implement ranked-choice voting and a top-five open primary system in Nevada failed before voters on Tuesday, two years after the state approved it during the midterms, Decision Desk HQ ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Ranked-choice voting measure fails in Colorado
A measure to implement top-four, all-candidate primaries and ranked-choice voting in the general election has failed in Colorado, Decision Desk HQ projects. Coloradans voted down the proposed ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Three states pass paid sick leave measures
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Paid sick leave victorious on state ballots While voters across the country cast their ballots for measures ...Politics - The Hill - November 8
