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When will we know the results of the 2024 presidential election?
by
Janet Nguyen
Nov 5, 2024
It may take a few days, since processing votes can be labor intensive.
Election campaigns are spending big to get out the expat vote
Oct 21, 2024
To win overseas votes, Republicans say they’re relying on Donald Trump’s promise to end double taxation for expats. Meanwhile, Democrats have spent about $300,000 on outreach to Americans abroad.
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.
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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.
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.