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Should Political Apparel Be Allowed In Polling Places?, Rachel Robinson-Greene
Should Political Apparel Be Allowed In Polling Places?, Rachel Robinson-Greene
Languages, Philosophy, and Communication Studies Faculty Publications
Showing up to cast a vote in an election in the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries was a very different experience from the one with which we are familiar today. The occasion of casting a vote was a celebratory one, often attended by much food and drink. Voting was also a public act. In some cases, it was a matter of providing a signature under a candidate’s name, or vocally calling out one’s support for a particular candidate. Voter intimidation, often involving acts of violence, was common. Even when votes were cast on paper ballots, the standard …
An Analysis Of State Heterogeneity And Voting Patterns In The United States Senate, Tessa Ray Carver
An Analysis Of State Heterogeneity And Voting Patterns In The United States Senate, Tessa Ray Carver
Undergraduate Honors Capstone Projects
The United States Senate is one of the major legislating forces in the United States and can make policy impacts that can have significant impacts for the entire nation. The two major political parties in the U.S. have significant influence on the members of this body, yet they are elected to represent each of the different states. Previous research has shown that states and districts can vary significantly in their political leanings and preferences, even from the party that is considered the majority in that area. The purpose of this study is to investigate several forces that may influence members' …
The National Popular Vote Bill: Innovative Solution Or End Run Around The Constitution?, Rachel Robinson-Greene
The National Popular Vote Bill: Innovative Solution Or End Run Around The Constitution?, Rachel Robinson-Greene
Languages, Philosophy, and Communication Studies Faculty Publications
Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election with 306 Electoral College votes. He became the President of the United States despite the fact that more people voted for Hillary Clinton. Clinton won the popular vote by over 2.8 million votes. This result revived a familiar debate—should we abolish the Electoral College? At this point, advocates for a change to the system acknowledge that it is unlikely that the change will come about via an amendment to the Constitution. As a result, lawmakers have put their creativity to the test.