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A look at how elections are run in the U.S.

Welcome to the Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, Brew. By: Andrew Bahl Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: A look at how elections are run in the U.S. Today, we're sharing the ninth installment in our project marking America's 250th anniversary: The Blueprints of Democracy. One thing most voters won't have […]

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Alberta early-voter surge suggests edge for Canadian side - Fri, 16 Oct 2026 PSTCALGARY, Canada — More than 1 million people have already cast their ballots in Alberta’s referendum on separation from Canada, signaling strong voter turnout that pollsters say may favor the “remain” side. A spokesperson for the province’s election agency said more than 525,000 people voted in the first three days of in-person advance polls and 491,000…
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