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US Voting Behavior: Evolution, Challenges, and Impact on Society

Explore the historical progression of voting rights in the US, from pre-1800 to modern amendments, and delve into the underlying factors affecting voter turnout such as registration barriers, voting processes, cynicism, and weakened party systems. Reflect on the implications of low voter turnout and consider the significance of individual choices in candidate selection.

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US Voting Behavior: Evolution, Challenges, and Impact on Society

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  1. Voting Behavior

  2. Voting Behavior • Voting “Enfranchisement” has been a gradual process • Conditions before 1800 • Jacksonian Era – 1830’s – 1850 • 1870 - 15th amendment

  3. Voting Behavior • 1920 - 19th amendment • 1924 - Indian Citizenship Act • 1965 - Voting Rights Act • 1971 - 26th amendment

  4. Voting Behavior Despite these gains, voter turnout is usually low in the US. Why? • Registration Barriers • Voting Process • Cynicism? • Weakened Party System

  5. Voting Behavior • Is low voter turnout necessarily bad? • Who actually votes?  • What would happen if more people voted?

  6. Voting Behavior • Why do you choose one candidate over the other?

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