Voter turnout is down, but why fewer voters show up is complicated. Competition and duty help explain it, but only partially. Even with Count My Vote changes taking effect this year, don’t expect higher voter turnout. A New Low for Democracy As a nation, we don’t turn out to vote very consistently, and we’re getting […]
The Two Things That MIGHT Impact Voter Turnout and What They Mean for Count My Vote
December 23, 2014 by
If you’re gonna insist on voting, you might as well inform yourself.
January 9, 2012 by
If you’re gonna insist on voting, you might as well inform yourself.
And political scientist Adam Brown is here to help. He’s started to compile a database of legislator profiles, as well flashcards.
That’s right. Flashcards. {cont…]
Utah Legislature Watch: Debate over ‘Democracy’ or ‘Republic?’
February 16, 2011 by
Worth it or not, it’s an interesting discussion…for political scientists. Just kidding. But really: I do think it is an interesting discussion, and I do think it ought to be taught right in our schools. But should Utah legislators be getting their panties in a bunch over it? I’m dubious. They aren’t the most educated […]
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