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Snapshots of eligible voter groups highlight diverse characteristics within states and counties.

With stark differences in the climate policies of the two presidential candidates, this is a “make-or-break” election for climate policy, UCLA experts say.

The UCLA sociologist discusses how to think critically about the threat of autocracy.

A free UCLA webinar provides insights into the evolving dynamics of American democracy and the influential role of women of color in the political process.

The forums will address concerns like the fairness of the Electoral College, allegations of election fraud and the spread of misinformation.

UCLA psychologist Yalda Uhls says young voters are moving away from old paradigms and polarization when it comes to how they think about politics and want to vote.

Young voters cite Harris’ tone and substance more than race, ethnicity or gender.

As we near the presidential candidate debate, take a look at analyses by UCLA professors Norma Mendoza-Denton and Daniel Treisman.

New UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute briefs focus on the diverse demographic makeup of the Latino electorate in key swing states.

UCLA law professor Kimberly Clausing looks at the potential national and global impacts of the economic proposals making headlines.

The former president’s use of violent vocabulary has increased over time.

UCLA’s Kimberlé Crenshaw, an expert on civil rights and constitutional law, weighs in on how the right and left view the candidate.

Over the past 15 years, Harris has made multiple appearances on campus, and faculty experts have unpacked her groundbreaking career.

Legal scholars analyze the implications of the presidential immunity case and other decisions.

After the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, social media rumors quickly transformed into conspiracy theories on both sides of the political spectrum.

Students gain a better understanding of their ballots through collaborative exercise.

A UCLA study found that private funding for COVID-related polling site accommodations like Plexiglass dividers and more counting machines did not sway the outcome.

The UCLA researcher will explore why a mostly moderate public is represented by increasingly polarized elected officials.

The UCLA professor explains key election issues, voter ‘calcification’ and why 2024 might resemble 2016 and 2020.

UCLA political scientist Chris Tausanovitch says immigration reform and what happens at the border will continue to be major talking points for both parties.

Immigration is the top voter issue. But UCLA experts say the news media often overlook the bigger issues surrounding immigration and the border.

In a new book, the law professor and voting rights expert argues for a constitutional amendment affirming the right to vote.

The report is aimed at ensuring access to the ballot for all eligible voters and enhancing the public’s confidence in the fairness of the election.

The television journalist will be in conversation with Rick Hasen, founder of the project and a renowned election law expert.

The California Freedom Summer united University of California campuses, community colleges and community groups to register or pre-register more than 5,000 new voters.