A guide to the key ballot measures voters will decide on Election Day
Topics: 2026 Midterm Elections
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- PBS NewsHour reports: “When Americans cast their ballots in this year's midterm elections, they'll not only be picking who represents them in Congress, but also weighing in on a range of topics that could change their s…”
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