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election

[ih-lek-shuhn] / ɪˈlɛk ʃən /


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Southern Californians were also reeling from the devastating wildfires in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena and last year’s special election to redraw the state’s congressional boundaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Polls have opened in Ethiopia's general election as conflict rages in parts of the country, meaning many people will not be able to vote.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

"Would I be able to do the job? I believe that I could. I do believe I have the ability, but it's another year and a half outside of an election."

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

“This fragmentation means that voters may no longer share a common frame of reference when evaluating candidates and election issues.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Nok's father and Mark were working together to organize an election the next month.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat




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