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Voting
Election officials work to keep voting on track post-Helene
by
Ellen Rolfes
Oct 4, 2024
State election officials face challenges ensuring voting access to those impacted by flooding and other damaged caused by Hurricane Helene.
Why Patagonia encourages its employees to vote for the planet
by
David Brancaccio
, Ariana Rosas
and Nic Perez
Sep 18, 2024
Environmentalism is a cause that's deeply important to the outdoor clothing and gear brand.
Do candidates follow through on economic promises if elected?
Aug 16, 2024
There’s only so much control a president has over economic policy, but promises give voters a sense of what a candidate will attempt.
No political party can take union voters for granted
by
Ellen Rolfes
Aug 16, 2024
Democrats and Republicans want to win over union voters. Plus, the impact of extreme heat on Americans' utility bills. Subscribe to get the "Make Me Smart" newsletter every Friday!
Poll workers are vital to elections, but there's a shortage
Aug 1, 2024
The seasonal workers manage lines, hand out ballots, process mail-in ballots and serve as greeters at polling sites.
What does a “good” economy look like — and are we in one?
Mar 27, 2024
Voters’ views on the economy don’t always match their own situation or national trends. The gap can color their views of candidates.
AARP poll shows women 50 and over fear for their financial security. And they vote.
Feb 23, 2024
AARP found that they're the biggest swing voting block in the upcoming election: more than 60 million strong.
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How much do political campaigns know about you? Way more than you might think.
Dec 20, 2023
Campaigns have access to more data about potential voters than ever and can deliver ads based on microtargeting technology.
Texas taxpayers shell out millions to defend redistricting maps
Oct 25, 2022
The GOP-approved maps have drawn the ire of civil rights groups.
California's governor signs bill to make farm union voting easier
by
Lily Jamali
Sep 30, 2022
The bill, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, allows voting by mail-- a victory for both organized labor and Democrats, including President Biden, who have supported the measure.