MIT Election Data and Science Lab
Coverage of MIT Election Data and Science Lab in the Nexus archive.
- Challenges in Rural Election Administration ‘Exacerbated’ in Runoff Elections
Runoff elections in rural areas face heightened challenges due to condensed timelines and resource limitations, according to experts. Over two-thirds of U.S. elections occur in rural regions, where communication barriers, election mail delays, and staffing shortages complicate administration. States with runoff systems include Alabama, Georgia, and others, each governed by unique laws.
- At the center of Michigan’s strong voter turnout: How college campuses engage students
Michigan ranks third in the U.S. for youth voter turnout (58%) in 2024, driven by college campus initiatives and a pre-registration law allowing 16- to 17½-year-olds to register. The state set a record with 5.7 million voters in 2024, attributed to efforts like the Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force and improved election administration.