An Earth911 article calls on Americans to register to vote now to influence environmental policy in upcoming elections.
The piece highlights that major federal environmental rules are being rewritten or dismantled. It notes the next elections occur on November 3, 2026, when all 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats, and 39 governorships will be contested.
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Democrats see opportunities in a handful of Republican-held seats in 2026, but the Senate’s arithmetic means multiple wins could still fall short of a governing majority.
Organizers of Earth Day 2026 have announced the theme 'Our Power, Our Planet,' shifting focus from personal habits to political engagement amid recent rollbacks of environmental rules. The event falls on April 22, marking its 56th anniversary. Earth Week runs from April 18 to 25, with resources available for various activism efforts.
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South Africa's Electoral Commission (IEC) says it will double efforts to register voters for the 2026 local government elections on 4 November. Deputy Chief Electoral Officer Masego Sheburi says the election campaign will launch later this month. The campaign aims to rekindle belief in democracy and motivate disillusioned voters.
As midterm elections approach, many Democratic politicians have reduced mentions of climate change in speeches and public statements. The shift follows the 2024 presidential election loss. Experts debate whether the approach helps or harms the party.
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A new POLITICO survey highlights deep divisions between Democrats and Republicans over what threatens U.S. election integrity ahead of the 2026 midterms. More than a third of Americans believe the contests could be stolen, though the two parties disagree sharply on the main risks. The poll, conducted in mid-April, underscores ongoing distrust in the voting system.