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Early Voting in US Elections
Analysis of early voting in the US, including its history, state-specific regulations, and recent controversies surrounding mail-in ballots.
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Center For Election Innovation And ResearchM.i.t. Election Data And Science Lab
Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpJoe BidenRobert Kennedy Jr
- What was the original purpose of early voting?
- Early voting, whether by mail or in person, was initially designed for those unable to vote on Election Day, such as soldiers or those with disabilities. Today, it's available to nearly all American citizens.
- How do state laws affect early voting procedures?
- Each state sets its own rules regarding early voting, including registration deadlines and logistical details. While most states allow for both in-person and mail-in early voting, regulations vary greatly from state to state.
- How many Americans had already voted early by November 5th?
- Over 75 million Americans had already voted early by November 5th, either in person or by mail, for either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.
- What was the significance of the 'red mirage' in the 2020 election?
- In 2020, over 100 million Americans voted early, with mail-in ballots heavily favoring Democrats. This led to the 'red mirage,' where Trump appeared to have an early lead, only to see Biden overtake him with mail-in votes counted later.
- What measures have been taken to restrict mail-in voting since 2020?
- Following the 2020 election, several Republican-led states implemented stricter voting restrictions, particularly targeting mail-in voting, and some have threatened legal challenges to these measures.