As a queer person raised in Catholic purity culture, horror films have been vital in confronting and healing trauma.
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Midterm ad spending breaks $11B, with Senate races hitting $15M. Trump campaigns in tight races across key states.
Princess Moss, elected as NEA president, aims to steer the union toward political independence amid educational challenges.
Nick Owens spearheads a grassroots effort in Ohio to halt hyperscale data centers, aiming to preserve rural charm.

A Wisconsin Vet Is Running on Healthcare Costs, Property Taxes, and the Real Price of Policy Choices
Ben Brist, an Army veteran, is challenging Republican Bob Donovan in Wisconsin's Assembly District 61 on healthcare and property tax costs.
Ben Brist, a Democrat and former paratrooper, aims to unseat GOP's Bob Donovan in Wisconsin's Assembly District 61, focusing on healthcare and education.
After weeks of tense hearings, a judge halted Trump's plans to redevelop East Potomac Park into a championship venue.
Mainline Protestant pastors face challenges as congregations dwindle and political tensions rise during elections.
Data centers require large investments but create few jobs. Skepticism grows as communities question their local benefits.
A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll shows Democrats hold key advantages in midterms, but potential wave may be limited.









