When, Where, and How We Vote: Does it Matter? When, Where, and How We Vote: Does It Matter?
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| Title: | When, Where, and How We Vote: Does it Matter? When, Where, and How We Vote: Does It Matter? |
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| Authors: | Stein, Robert M. (AUTHOR), Vonnahme, Greg (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Social Science Quarterly (Wiley-Blackwell). Sep2012, Vol. 93 Issue 3, p692-712. 21p. 4 Charts. |
| Subjects: | Voter turnout, Election Day, Voting research, Suffrage, Voters, Polling places, Election workers |
| Geographic Terms: | Colorado, United States |
| Abstract: | Objectives In this article, we explore the different ways Americans exercise their right to vote on Election Day and how these alternatives shape the voter's experience. Methods Our study draws on data collected from exit polls with Election Day voters in the 2008 Colorado presidential election. Colorado is unique among the 50 states in that it affords it voters the widest array of voting options, both before and on Election Day, and thus provides an ideal setting for testing our hypotheses. Results We find voting places that are more accessible and open (i.e., voters can vote at more than one location on Election Day) significantly enhance voter performance and evaluation. In several instances, this finding is attenuated for infrequent voters. Conclusions There are valuable lessons regarding the centralization and location of polling places that could be applied to precinct voting models. Counties might concentrate more attention on adequately equipping polling locations, particularly having a sufficient number of quality poll workers to assist voters with check-in and the voting system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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