The midterms energized a powerful political constituency: abuse survivors
Topics: 2026 Midterm Elections
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- PBS NewsHour reports: “From Ohio Gov.-elect Amy Acton's victory to candidates accused of abuse withdrawing, advocates are calling this year's elections "a win for survivors."”
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