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High Voter Turnout: The 2018, 2020, and 2022 elections saw some of the highest voter participation rates in decades. The 2020 presidential election had a 66% turnout, the highest since 1900, while the 2018 midterm reached 49%, the highest since 1914. The 2022 midterm had a slightly lower turnout (46%) but still exceeded all midterms since 1970.

Intermittent Voters: While some Americans vote consistently, many vote sporadically. About 70% of eligible voters participated in at least one of the three elections, with 37% voting in all three. Intermittent voters often play a decisive role in election outcomes.

Partisan Breakdown: Among those who voted in all three elections, the partisan split was nearly even (49% Democrat, 50% Republican). Nonvoters leaned slightly Republican (46% Republican, 41% Democrat).

Race and Ethnicity: Political preferences and turnout rates varied by race:

Black, Hispanic, and Asian voters leaned Democratic, though Republicans gained some ground among Hispanics.
White Americans had the highest turnout, with 43% voting in all three elections. In contrast, only 27% of Black, 21% of Asian, and 19% of Hispanic eligible voters did so.
Hispanic voters had the highest percentage of nonvoters (47%).
Education and Voting:

White voters without a college degree leaned Republican (66% to 32% in 2022).
White college graduates favored Democrats (52% to 47%).
College-educated voters, across racial groups, had higher turnout rates.
Voter Demographics:

Older voters turned out at much higher rates than younger voters.
White, non-Hispanic adults made up 75% of voters but only 55% of nonvoters.
College graduates accounted for 43% of voters but only 25% of nonvoters.
Voting Methods:

Mail-in voting decreased from 45% in 2020 to 36% in 2022 as COVID-19 concerns declined.
Republicans were more likely to vote in person on Election Day (51%).
Democrats favored mail-in voting (45% in 2022, down from 58% in 2020).
These findings illustrate how voter participation varies by demographics, political affiliation, and voting method, shaping election outcomes.

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This document outlines key reforms to enhance voter participation and strengthen democracy. Based on research funded by the Carnegie Corporation and drawn from the book 100% Democracy: The Case for Universal Voting, it proposes three major categories of reforms:

Expanding Voter Registration

Same-Day Registration: Allows voters to register and vote on the same day, increasing turnout.
Automatic Voter Registration: Registers voters automatically when interacting with government agencies.
Restoring Voting Rights for Felons: Advocates for uniform policies to reinstate voting rights post-incarceration.
Online Registration: Provides a digital option to register, making the process more accessible.
Preregistration of 16- and 17-Year-Olds: Ensures young voters are automatically added to the rolls when they turn 18.
Increasing Voting Options

Early Voting: Expands the time frame to vote before Election Day.
Vote by Mail: Encourages no-excuse absentee voting and universal mail-in ballot access.
Flexible Election Day Options: Introduces curbside voting, mobile centers, and ballot drop boxes.
Convenient Placement of Polling Places: Ensures accessible voting locations, especially in underserved communities.
Strengthening Election Administration

Voting List Maintenance: Prevents wrongful voter purges while maintaining accurate rolls.
Adequate Election Funding: Increases investment in election infrastructure and poll worker recruitment.

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The document outlines 10 strategies to boost voter turnout in local elections:

Community Surveys – Gather insights on voter concerns and preferences to tailor engagement efforts.

Reminder Emails – Send personalized emails with key election details.

“I Voted” Incentives – Offer small rewards like stickers to encourage participation.

Enhanced Accessibility – Improve polling station accessibility and ADA compliance.

Civic Education Campaigns – Use various media to educate voters on the importance of local elections.

Early Voting Opportunities – Promote flexible early voting options to increase turnout.

Mobile Polling Stations – Bring voting booths to community events and high-traffic areas.

Transparent Communication – Keep voters informed about voting procedures and safety measures.

Celebrate Civic Pride – Highlight voter stories and community impact to foster enthusiasm.

Post-Election Engagement – Continue outreach to keep voters involved beyond Election Day.

The strategies focus on accessibility, communication, and engagement to create an environment where citizens feel encouraged to vote.

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