Link: https://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2026/oct/25/ten-days-shake-world-democratic-norms-pivotal-elections-brazil-israel-serbia-us

Brazil, Israel, Serbia and the US are holding elections within the space of 10 days. Will the authoritarian right cement its global gains, or can pro-democracy forces make a comeback?
Four elections on four continents within 10 days could profoundly reshape global politics, propelling the world further along its current authoritarian trajectory or marking a limited comeback for democratic norms.
In all four contests, basic democratic norms are at stake at a time when autocracy is advancing worldwide at an a...

They've already telegraphed they'll be rat-fucking this election to the max. I've already voted. Everyone should vote.

But I don't think the outcome matters. 2024 was a shitshow that never should have gone without a recount. I predict the midterms will be even worse. The outcome will be blatantly rigged this time because they'll finally feel comfortable enough to say, "What are you gonna do about it?".