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Data Bites: Black Americans’ Opinions of Police, Biden, and Democratic Party
Two recent surveys focused on Black American’s political attitudes. Several results are helpful when thinking about this fall’s elections. Written by Robert Rodriguez and Mark Joslyn
Young people do not vote. Why?
On July 1, 1971 the 26th Amendment passed. This lowered the voting age from 21 to 18, adding nearly 11 million potential voters to the electorate. The 1972 presidential election remains the highest ever recorded turnout for youth voters. Why?
Data Bites – brief posts about public opinion. What Independents think?
Several results from a recent YouGov Survey caught my eye. Thought you might find them interesting. I examined Independent voters…
A Vigorous and Strong Democracy?
In my last post, I examined increases in voter turnout and concluded that American democracy appeared strong and vigorous. Critics, however, dispute this claim by comparing U.S. voter turnout to other developed countries. The comparison typically draws a much less favorable portrait of American democracy. So let’s consider that comparison. Voter turnout by countryContinue reading “A Vigorous and Strong Democracy?”
Evaluating Democracy by Voter Turnout
As we edge closer to the fall elections, let’s consider this question: What will voter turnout be in November? The answer offers important clues about the quality of elections and the health of our democracy.
Victory in November?
Lately, I have read and watched a surprising number of Democratic elites – politicians, pollsters, pundits and media folk – confidently promise victory. The narrative goes something like this. November marks the end of Donald Trump’s four-year reign. Joe Biden needs only to select a running mate, receive formal nomination, and run aContinue reading “Victory in November?”
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Institutions
A Powerful Chief And Unexpected Splits: 6 Takeaways From The Supreme Court Term – Nina Totenberg
Supreme Court Delivers Major Victor To LGBTQ Employees – Nina Totenberg
High Court Opens Door to Electoral College Subversion – Frank Miele
It’s not just the presidency: Trump is changing the Congress – Lisa Mascaro
Economic tusunami: US cities and states hit by Covid-19 face dire budget cuts – Lauren Aratani The Guardian
Election related
Why Trump is focused on making Macro Rubio happy – Sabrina Rodriguez Politico
As Trump attacks mail ballots, Republicans see their own prospects damaged – Jarrett Renshaw Reuters
Voting by Mail in Swing States- Rem Rieder FactCheck.org
Key things to know about election election polling in the United States – Courtney Kennedy Pew Center
Different perspectives
Young Black Americans not sold on Biden, the Democrats or voting – Barker & Fulwood, The Conversation
No, College Kids Aren’t All Reckless or Selfish – Samuel J. Abrams
Did the US Lockdown Too Late and Open Too Soon – Phillip W. Magness AIER
New Gun Owners Could Sway Future Elections- Stephen Gutowski Wash Free Beacon
My other blog posts around the web
Three things that help make sense of measles outbreak Washington Post
American vastly overestimate number of gun owners Washington Post
Why educated Republicans are still less likely to trust vaccinations than educated Democrats – London School Economics
Gun ownership used to be bipartisan, not anymore Washington Post
Interesting facts
8 facts about religion and government in the United States – Dalia Fahmy Pew Research Center
22 Interesting Impeachment Facts – Karin Lehnardt, Fact Retriever
29 Interesting Facts about the Electoral College – James Israelsen, Fact Retriever
