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2024 is the year of the election and we at CivicPulse wanted to know about recent uncontested local US elections. Our survey in partnership with Professor Curtis Bram at the University of Texas at Dallas asked local officials about the competitiveness of their most recent election, most of which occurred in 2022. We were able to compare results to a prior survey we conducted on uncontested elections in 2018 as well as external sources for state legislature and congressional elections.  For those findings check out: https://lnkd.in/eB95dzvC Survey respondents also expanded understanding of local election competitiveness in their communities through open-ended responses. To read some of their insights, scroll through the images below. #election #vote #politics #localElections #localGov 

🏛️ While 44 states gear up for legislative elections, only 25% of the races are considered competitive. Democrats aim to expand their 2022 gains, targeting Arizona, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin for new trifectas. Republicans are eyeing Michigan and Minnesota, while both parties battle for control in Pennsylvania. Read more with FOCUS' free 2024 Elections Preview Report 🗳️ #Elections2024 #PoliticalBattlegrounds https://buff.ly/4f6PX6g

'The 2024 Elections: What to watch in Republican-leaning Georgia' In this week's #USAPP blog highlight, Robert Howard (Georgia State University) gives an overview of the state’s recent electoral history, writing that while it has tended to lean #Republican at the presidential level, the 2020 result, and recent #Democratic Senate victories indicate that it may be becoming more purple. Read here: https://wp.me/p3I2YF-ehz

As Latino voters continue to rise as a significant force in US elections, their impact on the political landscape is becoming undeniable. This year, we are expected to make up 11.1% of the electorate, with the potential to influence key races, particularly in swing states. What are your thoughts on Latino voters this election season? https://lnkd.in/gAAH6W29 #LatinoVoters #Election2024 #PoliticalEngagement #LatinoImpact #DemocracyInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #LatinoVoice #SwingStateVoters #LatinoLeaders #PoliticalStrategy #CommunityMatters

Voters are already turning out for early and mail-in voting for Tuesday’s elections. How will turnout compare to previous years when the votes are all counted? In 2020, 67% of the voter-age citizen population cast ballots, a six-point increase from 2016 and the highest turnout since 68% in 1992. Will 2024 continue this trend or take a different course?

Ahead of upcoming elections, I discuss PM Modi's strategy to reach out to young voters, especially first-time voters. #loksabhaelections #PMModi #politics

Did you know? Turnout in US local government elections is startlingly low, often less than 20%, and voters are unrepresentative of the electorate overall.  Most local elections are held off-cycle. Changing local election times to coincide with higher-profile federal and state elections would generate dramatic increases in turnout and a more representative set of voters. Watch highlights from our Democracy Reform Primer on The Timing of Local Elections by Professor Christopher Berry from the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago and the Mansueto Institute for Urban Innovation, University of Chicago.  #democracy #reform #primers #elections

ICYMI: Learn why changing the timing of local elections to coincide with higher-profile federal and state elections dramatically increases turnout and produces a more representative set of voters. In this practical research guide from our Democracy Reform Primer Series, Professor Christopher Berry discusses the existing challenges in turnout for local elections and explores potential solutions.  📥 #democracy #reform #primers #elections Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago

Saw this graph today and it's an absolute disgrace. Over 30 BILLION dollars were spent on TV/Online political ads during the last four federal elections. Is this really the best use of funds? It's no wonder politicians aren't prioritizing their constituents when they're bending over backward to please campaign donors. #politics #campaignfinance #elections #moneyinpolitics #citizensunited

https://lnkd.in/eXcugvi9 Early voting in the United States has begun, as illustrated by a map of the USA in red, white, and blue patriotic colors. The image highlights key states with ballots and voting booths, symbolizing the early election process. In the foreground, a diverse group of American voters, representing various age groups and ethnicities, is waiting to vote. The bold text reads, ‘Early Elections Begin Across America!’ with smaller text, ‘Voters head to the polls early. Stay informed and make your voice count!’ This image is perfect for social media posts on Twitter, using hashtags like #EarlyVoting, #USElections, #Election2024, and #VoteNow to increase visibility during the 2024 U.S. elections.