Is there any research that says who or what influences one's political beliefs more than any other? [more inside]
posted by aiificionado on Dec 17, 2009 - 13 answers

What movie scenes would you show a middle school class to teach them the nature/importance of democracy?
posted by EnormousTalkingOnion on Nov 30, 2009 - 19 answers

Is there a simple way, on the Web, to research how each member in both the House of Representatives and Senate voted on a bill? Specifically, I am looking for how Nancy Bean (Illinois) voted on the recent Health Care Bill. Thanks in advance.
posted by Mckoan1 on Nov 14, 2009 - 5 answers

Recommendations on Digg-like voting software (or website)? [more inside]
posted by rev- on Oct 9, 2009 - 5 answers

Can individuals rent voting machines? [more inside]
posted by Lucinda on Aug 16, 2009 - 5 answers

Looking for a California vendor of mail-in ballots for a large organization's annual officer elections, including the possibility of online voting. [more inside]
posted by carrolldamian on Aug 11, 2009 - 2 answers

Help! I desperately need to know what percentage of people in NYC are registered as democrats, republicans, and independent. Can anyone find the right link?! I can't find the information on NYC.gov but I have very little time, so I'm skimming. Thank you!
posted by omnigut on Nov 4, 2008 - 2 answers

Reasons the United States does not vote by mail in elections? [more inside]
posted by jca on Nov 4, 2008 - 32 answers

I voted today but my precinct didn't hand out "I voted!" stickers, and it made me sad, especially when I saw people elsewhere sporting them. Why wouldn't my precinct have "I voted!" stickers? Where else can I get one?
posted by zizzle on Nov 4, 2008 - 33 answers

Will I be able to vote in the Florida election tomorrow using an expired passport as Photo ID, or will I be stuck filling out a provisional ballot? [more inside]
posted by empyrean on Nov 4, 2008 - 7 answers

Is there any hope for my vote? [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin on Nov 3, 2008 - 13 answers

Electoral College filter: Why do nearly all states award their electoral votes on a winner-take-all basis, when splitting them up could get them more attention and favorable policies? [more inside]
posted by Dec One on Nov 3, 2008 - 35 answers

Is my voting or not voting a matter of public record? I lied to everybody I know about voting, and I'm worried because I am uncertain about my true likelihood of being found out. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 2, 2008 - 42 answers

Why do Americans have to queue for hours and hours to vote? [more inside]
posted by dydecker on Nov 1, 2008 - 69 answers

How do I (quickly) educate myself on the props and candidate choices I will be faced with on my ballot next week? [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime on Oct 30, 2008 - 7 answers

Mr. sfkiddo voted by mail and didn't sign the envelope. Help us make his vote count. [more inside]
posted by sfkiddo on Oct 29, 2008 - 10 answers

What is the best website you've seen that provides a clear, simple, and (relatively) neutral explanation of each presidential candidate's positions on the issues? [more inside]
posted by elquien on Oct 21, 2008 - 12 answers

What's the scoop on early voting in New York? [more inside]
posted by andromache on Oct 20, 2008 - 5 answers

What's the policy for opening absentee ballots? Are all ballots opened, or are they only opened when they are expected to be statistically significant? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim on Oct 20, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm going to be a first-time volunteer poll worker on Election Day -- any tips, advice, or relevant anecdotes for me? [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Oct 18, 2008 - 10 answers

So I registered to vote in MA in 2004 but I've moved a few times since then. Can I check if I'm still registered or do I need to register again? [more inside]
posted by eatcake on Oct 15, 2008 - 5 answers

I can leave parts of my absentee ballot for the US election blank, right? [more inside]
posted by transient on Oct 14, 2008 - 8 answers

Can we vote absentee? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2008 - 17 answers

I just found out that I am listed as an "active" registered voter in two Pennsylvania counties -- may I vote in either one of those counties in November? [more inside]
posted by cac on Oct 9, 2008 - 6 answers

Question from Ms. Magnakai: What should I do about absentee ballots and registering to vote from an american in the UK? [more inside]
posted by Magnakai on Sep 14, 2008 - 4 answers

What can I do to help in regards to touch screen voting machines in my community? [more inside]
posted by niles on Sep 9, 2008 - 8 answers

How can I verify my voter registration in California? [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Sep 7, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I accurately predict the overall winner of the 2008 US Presidential Election. I would also like to know the best methods of accurately predicting the winner of the electoral votes of each individual state. [more inside]
posted by clearly on Sep 2, 2008 - 21 answers

I passed my U.S. citizenship test last month (woo!). But I still haven't received notice of when my swearing-in ceremony will be, and D.C.'s voter registration deadline is coming up (Oct. 4). Can I somehow officially get my citizenship without waiting for the official swearing-in ceremony? I really don't want to miss out on being able to vote just because of this stupid delay. [more inside]
posted by hazelshade on Aug 20, 2008 - 3 answers

So a while back I heard a story describing a "new" voting system that was being tried out in either Vermont or New York State. The major difference I remember was that this new system gave voters the chance to tell the candidate what positions they supported and, what they didn't though in a more precise way than we do now by simply voting for or against a particular candidate based on their positions on many issues. Does this sound familiar to anyone or am I living on another planet? And what is this system called?
posted by lowlight on Aug 14, 2008 - 6 answers

We've recently moved from one Australian state (NT) to another Australian state (Tasmania), and have neglected to update our voting registration details. Aware that an election is about to take place in the NT, I started looking into changing my voter registration, only to discover that the election is happening this Saturday, and it's probably too late for the change to take effect! Am I likely to get into trouble for going to the electoral office in Hobart to vote in the NT election, given that while I remain on the electoral roll in the NT, my actual residence is now in Tasmania? Or should I just send in the voter registration change-of-address forms as quickly as possible and hope for the best?
posted by Jimbob on Aug 5, 2008 - 11 answers

When I registered to vote here in San Francisco I made the mistake of putting down my permanent forwarding email. Now I get a bunch of spam about candidates and initiatives. Is there a way to make it stop? [more inside]
posted by CruiseSavvy on Jul 31, 2008 - 3 answers

US-election filter: are felons allowed to vote? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Jul 5, 2008 - 13 answers

NPR-story-with-little-to-go-on-filter: Several years ago, I heard a radio story involving a tribal election in which one candidate was represented as being for re-investing funds in the tribe, while another was for direct payments to tribe members. An tribe member, interviewed, said he'd vote for the latter, although even he didn't think it was best for the tribe or for him in the long term -- because he wanted the cash. [more inside]
posted by amtho on Mar 18, 2008 - 9 answers

I live in Arkansas. It's a Super Tuesday state, and I can vote in either party primary. Polls currently suggest that Clinton and Huckabee (both of whom have Arkansas ties) are way, way, way ahead in my state. I prefer Obama to Clinton, but I'm not in love with either of them, and, really, I just want to see a Democrat win the general election. Bearing all of this in mind, how should I vote in the primary?
posted by box on Jan 30, 2008 - 46 answers

Has any democracy, in a free, fair and open election, ever chosen a racial minority as a head of state or head of government? [more inside]
posted by thewittyname on Nov 20, 2007 - 34 answers

How much civic duty is enough? Should I keep going as an election judge? [more inside]
posted by Fferret on Nov 8, 2007 - 18 answers

I'm looking for suggestions for electronic voting/polling systems. It would be used to conduct officer elections for a large membership organization. [more inside]
posted by elle.jeezy on Nov 7, 2007 - 1 answer

How do I register as a Republican and vote in the primary? [more inside]
posted by king walnut on Oct 7, 2007 - 16 answers

What steps can I personally take over the next year to help abolish the electoral system and move to a popular vote for the president? (Live in Brooklyn, don't want to attend a ton of meetings, can donate $50-$100 to charity. Bonus points if I don't end up helping a specific candidate.)
posted by whitewall on Sep 30, 2007 - 12 answers

We are in the middle of a redesign of a community voting site - and we're lookng for examples of good voting buttons. [more inside]
posted by Dag Maggot on Jul 31, 2007 - 2 answers

cumulative voting: so a small number of shares could affect a proposal by stacking the votes? [more inside]
posted by Izzmeister on Dec 26, 2006 - 3 answers

Can you use a phone (to get assistance from a friend, for example) while voting? [more inside]
posted by gauchodaspampas on Nov 7, 2006 - 7 answers

Do I keep my plans with a friend this evening or go home to vote? [more inside]
posted by youngergirl44 on Nov 7, 2006 - 44 answers

Congress Facts: I watched this video on YouTube about Bernie Sanders that states he has sponsored 165 bills, but only one has become law. How can I find a concise list of stats like this (sponsored, vs become law) for all congressional members?
posted by SirStan on Nov 6, 2006 - 4 answers

Where does the phrase "Get out the vote" come from? [more inside]
posted by GregX3 on Nov 6, 2006 - 8 answers

As much as I'd like to contribute my vote to what could be a pivotal senate race, I don't want to do anything illegal. I need some clarification. [more inside]
posted by csimpkins on Nov 6, 2006 - 13 answers

My absentee ballot hasn't arrived yet, and the election is on Tuesday. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by number9dream on Nov 5, 2006 - 10 answers

How should I vote at the bottom of the ballot? [more inside]
posted by climalene on Nov 5, 2006 - 17 answers

I am philosophically opposed to the concept of voter initiatives and ballot questions. There are three questions on my ballot on Tuesday. Should I leave them blank, or vote no? [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder on Nov 5, 2006 - 21 answers