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Election Government & Politics United States Lottery

04/20/19

Why is counting election totals more difficult than lottery administration?

This *may* seem like a rant. But I will show a few point of similarity which will show that it is an actual question. First, states administer lotteries. Just as states administer both state and... more

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Election Law Social Studies Social Media

04/19/19

Anti-deceptive electioneering law?

In light of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential elections and clandestine Democratic efforts to use deceptive tactics in the recent Alabama senate race, it is clear that social media as a... more

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Election Government & Politics United States Senate

04/19/19

Does gerrymandering not affect elections for US Senators?

Gerrymandering is a problem; a Representative could have their voter base diluted across neighboring districts at the whim of the controlling party. But Senate elections are statewide, and states... more

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Election Government & Politics Democracy

04/19/19

What are the minimum requirements for a system to be called democratic?

I think the title is very clear, but I'll complete the question below: 1. What are the minimum requirements needed for a system to be called democratic? 2. Is holding elections every *n*... more

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Election Government & Politics United States President

04/15/19

When does the US president have to be 35 year old?

[The Constitution only says](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Article_Two_of_the_United_States_Constitution#Clause_5:_Qualifications_for_office) that one needs to have "attained to the Age of thirty... more

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Election Government & Politics Voting Voting Systems

04/14/19

Has "none of the above" ever been added to a ballot? What was the effect?

Besides [Nevada](http://electionlawblog.org/?p=39602) having the option to vote *none of the above (NOTA)* are there any other places in the world which allow for voters to tick NOTA? If this is... more

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Election Government & Politics Democracy Popularity

04/11/19

What inhibits a winning candidate from doing exactly the opposite of what he promised?

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Election Government & Politics United States Political System

04/11/19

How does gerrymandering work in the US?

I have a vague idea of what gerrymandering is and that it appears to be common in the US, but I don't really understand where it comes from, how it is applied, how common "common" really is,... more

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Election Government & Politics United States Election Requirements

04/08/19

What criteria does a US Presidential candidate need to meet in order to appear on the ballot?

The eligibility requirements to run for the office of President are: - You must be a native born citizen - You must be at least 35 years of age - You must have lived in the US for at least 14... more

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Election Government & Politics United States

04/06/19

What happens if the US President Elect is arrested by federal authorities before inauguration?

If, after election and before inauguration, a US president elect is indicted under federal law, what would happen to the office?

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Election Government & Politics United States

04/05/19

In the US, is it common for people to be elected to high positions without previous political experience?

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Election Government & Politics United States President

03/26/19

Would it be possible to "flip the ticket" in American Presidential politics?

In 1988, I supported Michael Dukakis for President. After he lost the second debate to Bush, I wondered if it might be possible for him to salvage his campaign by "flipping the ticket," allowing... more

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