Voter turnout in the Southern states increased the most between 2004 and 2008, possibly due to African-American voters. Overall, there has been an increase in voter participation in presidential elections, with 57% voting in 2008. Involvement in civic issues and gender can also predict voting behavior. Only half of eligible Native Americans voted in 2008. […]
US presidential election voter turnout based on voting age population (VAP) has been around 50-60% since 1948, with the highest being 63% in 1960. Voter turnout based on registered voters has consistently been 85% or higher since 1964, except for 2008. The lowest VAP turnout was in 1920, 1924, and 1988, while the highest was […]
Turnout gear, also known as bunker gear, is the protective clothing and gear worn by firefighters. It includes a helmet, jacket, pants, boots, and gloves made from materials that offer protection against heat, flames, falling debris, and water. Specialized equipment includes hazmat suits, self-contained breathing apparatus, and communication devices. The gear is designed to allow […]
Voter turnout is the percentage of eligible voters who participate in an election, indicating satisfaction with the government. Factors affecting turnout include age, registration requirements, and compulsory voting. Established democracies have seen a decrease in turnout due to perceived governmental stability. Voter turnout is a calculated statistical percentage of eligible, and in some cases registered, […]
In the remote Indian village of Banej, the only human resident, Guru Baharatdas Darshandas, consistently votes in every election. Workers set up a voting booth for him at the local temple, where he is the keeper. Despite not knowing the candidates, Darshandas believes his vote makes a difference. Compulsory voting is practiced in Australia, while […]
Turkmenistan and Rwanda have the highest voter turnout in presidential elections, with 98.7% and 97.5% respectively. Australia and Malta have high voter turnout for parliamentary elections due to compulsory voting. The average worldwide voter turnout is 67%, while the US recorded 70% in 2008. Only about 10 of the two dozen countries with compulsory voting […]
