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Why are we so politically polarized?

The question is a common one. And it turns out, on most issues we are not polarized – including abortion.

Posted byMark JoslynMarch 29, 2024May 2, 2024Posted inpolitics, public opinion, UncategorizedLeave a comment on Why are we so politically polarized?

Chart of the week ending 3/16/2024

Black, Asian, and Latinos are better sorted – that is, they are matching their ideology to their vote choice/party ID. That means more members of these groups will vote for Republicans than in the past.

Posted byMark JoslynMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024Posted incharts, elections, UncategorizedTags:elections, media, politics, republican-party, supreme-courtLeave a comment on Chart of the week ending 3/16/2024

Politics is for seniors

Politicians are getting older. Just how old and what does that mean for young voters.

Posted byMark JoslynMay 19, 2023May 2, 2024Posted inpolitics, UncategorizedLeave a comment on Politics is for seniors

Independents or Partisan Leaners

Recent data show substantial increases in the share of people that identify as Independents. Is it real? Let’s take a look.

Posted byMark JoslynApril 21, 2023May 2, 2024Posted inUncategorized2 Comments on Independents or Partisan Leaners

Get on board

The message is clear: Get vaccinated! The data are clear as well. Most people are on board.

Posted byMark JoslynMarch 29, 2021May 2, 2024Posted inpandemic, participation, politics, Uncategorized4 Comments on Get on board

As the pandemic hit, most Americans were willing to get vaccinated – then politics happened

Yes, American’s willingness to get vaccinated changed a lot over the past 12 months. See why.

Posted byMark JoslynMarch 16, 2021March 17, 2021Posted inpandemic, politics, public opinion, Uncategorized4 Comments on As the pandemic hit, most Americans were willing to get vaccinated – then politics happened

Should we get rid of it? Thoughts on the Electoral College

Eliminate the College or not? Better the devil we know than the one we don’t.

Posted byMark JoslynFebruary 22, 2021February 22, 2021Posted inelections, federalism, presidents, Uncategorized3 Comments on Should we get rid of it? Thoughts on the Electoral College

Considering President Biden’s first job approval rating

Biden’s first job approval ratings offer several interpretations. Which do you prefer?

Posted byMark JoslynFebruary 10, 2021May 2, 2024Posted inpresidents, public opinion, Uncategorized3 Comments on Considering President Biden’s first job approval rating

The pathways to the Presidency and control of the Senate

Check out this elections spreadsheet calculator to examine the different pathways to an Electoral College victory.

Posted byMark JoslynNovember 3, 2020May 2, 2024Posted inpredicting election outcome, Uncategorized1 Comment on The pathways to the Presidency and control of the Senate

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.

Posted byMark JoslynJuly 21, 2020May 2, 2024Posted inelections, UncategorizedTags:elections, presidential elections, voting age population, voting restrictions1 Comment on Evaluating Democracy by Voter Turnout

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