What are the factors that influence voter turnout?

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2026-03-21 21:21

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Education- people with higher than average educational levels have a higher rate of voting, than those with a less education. they are often more capable of discerning the major differences between the candidates.

Age- older people are more likely to vote than younger people.

Race- African Americans and Hispanics are underrepresented among voters, those with a high level of education, have a higher turnout rate than whites with the same level of education.

Gender- in the early periods, woman were discouraged from voting, but now woman actually have a higher voting rate than men.

Union Membership- unions have long been active in the political process and often devote considerable resources to encouraging their members to vote.

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