Nearly 22% of Americans report negative mental health effects from election coverage, with 30% feeling heightened anxiety. Misinformation and worries about the election’s aftermath weigh heavily, especially on the young. Experts recommend strategies like grounding techniques and self-care to cope, while many choose to avoid political discourse altogether.

In Ukraine, volunteers like InformNapalm are using creative tactics against Russian forces, gathering intelligence through deception and open-source data. This resourcefulness recalls the resilience of WWII, showcasing an innovative spirit born from adversity.

In Georgia's parliamentary elections, the ruling party, Georgian Dream, captured 54.08% of the vote, allowing it to form a new government. The opposition, which garnered 37.58%, fears a drift toward authoritarianism and stronger ties with Russia. They plan to challenge the results and call for public demonstrations, dissatisfied with the outcome and the new electronic voting system.

The Digest, 10/27/2024 @630AM, CDT

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