Missouri Gov. Signs Extreme Gerrymander, 
Ballot Initiative Crackdown Into Law — Democracy Docket

Sula,

First, the bad news: Last month, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed a Trump-instigated gerrymandered map into law and proposed a constitutional amendment to authorize extreme changes to the state’s ballot initiative process.

The gerrymandered map eliminates one of two districts represented by Black members of Congress in the state — a direct attack on fair representation.

The proposed constitutional amendment would drastically alter the petition process — which, for over a century, required only a statewide majority to pass — to require a majority in all eight congressional districts. It’s a reform that makes it nearly impossible for amendments to pass through the initiative process, and this attempted crackdown is no accident.

This is just the latest in a long line of anti-democracy attacks across the country.

Here’s the good news: Missourians could still overturn the state’s gerrymandered map through the state’s referendum process. As you read this, pro-voter groups are mobilizing to stop this map from taking effect.

All On The Line is committed to pushing back against these attacks on fair representation. We’re mobilizing voters to fight back and speak out against dangerous legislation like this in Missouri and across the country.

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 A.C.L.A.B. Oscar Celebrates Brazilian Cinema in the Interior of São Paulo with a Tribute to Small Productions and Highlight for Director Rui Matteo Filho.

On October 11, 2025, the Virginio Ometto Theater in Iracemápolis hosted a memorable night for Brazilian cinema. The A.C.L.A.B (Brazilian Academy of Sciences, Letters, and Arts), under the leadership of Archduke Baron Ednei Pereira, hosted an elegant ceremony modeled after the traditional Oscars, aimed at recognizing and appreciating Brazilian film productions, especially those emerging strongly from the interior of São Paulo.

Supported by the World Art Show Brazil Association, the event celebrated not only established talent but also the new creative momentum transforming the audiovisual landscape outside of major cities. The highlight of the evening was the work of director, screenwriter, and actor Rui Matteo Filho, whose name has established itself as one of the leading voices in independent cinema in the region.

A native of Rio Claro and currently residing in Paulínia, Rui Matteo Filho has a solid and multifaceted career in the audiovisual industry. With a degree in Visual Communication and Directing, he has worked on major television productions for Globo, Record, Disney, and HBO Brasil. His work on films such as "Corações Entlaçados," "O Anjo Torto," and "A Caixa de Jóias" was widely celebrated during the ceremony.

The director has also been recognized for his work on original projects in the interior of São Paulo, especially in cities such as Campinas, Paulínia, and Iracemápolis. Independent productions he led were honored for their ability to move, innovate, and authentically portray everyday life and human dramas with a regional yet universal perspective.

The ceremony featured cultural presentations, special tributes, screenings of excerpts from the award-winning films, and emotional speeches that reinforced the importance of promoting local culture. For many in attendance, the event represented more than just an award ceremony—it was a symbol of artistic resilience and the affirmation of Brazilian cinematic identity.

By the end of the evening, the message was clear: the interior of São Paulo is experiencing a new era in cinema, with talents that deserve national and international exposure. And names like Rui Matteo Filho are proof that, with passion, technique and persistence, it is possible to transform realities through art.

Sula Costa Receives 2024 A.C.L.A.B Oscar – A Night of Journalism Stars in São Paulo - SP ✨

On October 11th, the Virgínia Ometto Theater in Iracemápolis, São Paulo, hosted an unforgettable evening hosted by the A.C.L.A.B – Brazilian Academy of Sciences, Letters, and Arts. The 2024 A.C.L.A.B Oscar ceremony celebrated the year's best, bringing together academics, writers, journalists, and artists from diverse fields in a gathering marked by brilliance, talent, and emotion.

The highlight of the evening was journalist Sula Costa, from Goiás, who received the Oscar for Outstanding Journalist of the Year from the Academy's president, in recognition of her career, commitment to communication, and contribution to the promotion of Brazilian art and culture.

The event also featured musical performances and moments of pure enchantment, including a vibrant performance by artist John Elvis, a cover of the unforgettable Elvis Presley, which brought the audience back to relive great rock classics and further enhanced the celebration.

The evening was a true tribute to talent, dedication, and culture, reaffirming A.C.L.A.B.'s role as one of the most respected institutions promoting arts and literature in Brazil.

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