I've mostly only seen buzz about it on X (yes, I still monitor it) and Reddit, but all of the discourse around Russian bot farms being blown up and how it has impacted online activity really needs to be escalated and kept top of mind.

It's insane that bot farms have this level of influence on internet algorithms/engagement and completely reshapes public opinion and society. In the larger grand scheme of things and as it relates to this sub, it feels like part of the fabricated perception that Trump's Administration was legitimately elected or had any kind of "mandate". How can we keep this conversation going?

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This is insanity. He can do anything in plain sight and people will still act blind to it.

Hi folks! If you're interested in connecting with other 'somethingiswrong2024' users in your state (or country!)- Send us a message with your state through modmail (nothing specific, just your state is fine, and make sure your chat/messages are 'ON' in your profile preferences), and the team will send out a chat invite once there are at least two people ready to join. It should also be helpful in keeping tabs on any 'off-kilter' election business on a more local level.

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23 days to the midterms! ⌛ Mark your calendars & set reminders 🗓️ November 3, 2026

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Remember to vote early! Early Voting Dates in Your State

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Find My Polling Place

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Hand delivering mail-in ballots to your local election office looks to be the safest bet to sidestep most problems and to avoid potentially compromised election day tabulators. Be sure to fill your ballot out correctly! If for whatever reason your signature has changed, file an updated voter registration application. In the following states, you need to have a witness sign your outer envelope as well; AL, AK, LA, MN, MS, MO, NC, OK, SC, WI. Be sure to read and follow the directions regarding an acceptable witness. Some states may require a notary, or election official.

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If voting by mail, ballot drop boxes are preferred to going through the postal service. If voting in person, go with someone so there's safety in numbers.

Check to make sure you're still registered on a periodic basis: Check your voter registration status here. This only takes 30 seconds, and will ensure your name hasn't been errantly purged from your state's voter roll.

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What to do if you see ICE at your polling place - https://www.brennancenter.org/media/16035/download/2026_07_feds_at_polls_voter_guidance_static.pdf?inline=1 2 page .pdf from the Brennan Center for Justice

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Protect the ballot-counting: Volunteer with SMART Elections to observe the polls and protect the midterms.

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