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Join us for an insightful webinar with Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL)! Learn how to elevate transparency in your elections with tools and tactics. Stay tuned for registration details! 🎟️ https://okt.to/qUjRhZ #ElectionTransparency #CTCL #Granicus #Webinar

In the 2024 elections, democracy felt less like a shared experience and more like a multiverse — a realm where different realities collided and coexisted, often with jarring contrast. For some voters, democracy was under siege, with election integrity threatened by “dark money,” false information, and divisive political rhetoric. For democracy to thrive beyond this polarized landscape, it must move from a virtual space of divided realities to a shared foundation rooted in trust and accountability. Achieving this means finding ways to bridge the informational gaps that reinforce these realities. As Americans look to future elections, the goal will be to reunify the multiverse of democracy into a more cohesive, common experience where, despite differences, voters can share in a genuine confidence in the systems that shape their nation’s future. Read my quick-take overview analysis for Issue One: "The Democracy Multiverse: Assessing the 2024 Elections" https://lnkd.in/eA645cPq

Misinformation, deep fakes, false claims — they are coming at unprecedented levels. Your newsroom might benefit from access to NewsGuard — an independent, non-partisan watchdog. They developed the 2024 Elections Misinformation Monitoring Center which is updated constantly, and they send out an email at least daily with the latest attempts to mislead voters. If nothing else, Newsguard will help your team be better skeptics. https://lnkd.in/eb2MNKNG

How Fake News Impacts Elections? https://lnkd.in/gsuZKXgE Our latest #thoughtshot video, as we anxiously await the 2024 US election results, is as relevant today as it was in 2019. Canadian Psychologist and associate professor, Gordon Pennycook of Cornell University and the University of Regina provides sobering insights into the influence of fake news on elections - a topic more critical now than ever. “We define fake news as something that has been entirely fabricated, yet presented as if it’s a legitimate news story. It’s not just misleading or inaccurate; it’s completely false,” says Pennycook. 'People engage in this rationalization process when they see something they want to believe ....yet social media is not conducive to critical thinking.” Yes you heard that right, social media is not conducive to critical thinking! 😱 You've likely come across misleading posts on social media and fabricated news stories — are you equipped with the necessary media literacy and critical thinking skills to discern the truth? Or have you fallen for it? #2024elections #socialmedia #harris 💙 #leadership #trump #fakenews

Here's why you should come to The Associated Press for all your election questions/updates/news. 1. The Associated Press has been tallying results in national, state and local elections since 1848. Why? Because there isn't a nationwide body that does it. We explained it here: https://lnkd.in/e23-jbHS. 2. This year, we're doing more than we ever have before with our election coverage. That means you can engage how you want, when you want and on your preferred platform. These are just some of the options: 🔖 Bookmark apnews.com and get real-time updates. We'll have three live blogs, including one in Spanish, a livestream with contextual information throughout Election Day + dozens of quick reads that explain a race call decision or other questions you may have. 📰 Subscribe to one or many of our newsletters. They offer a hand-curated look at the stories we think are most useful to our readers. https://lnkd.in/e__9Qn6m 📱 Follow us on your favorite social media platform, or all of them. @apnews on on TikTok, Instagram + WhatsApp. @AP on Facebook, Threads + X. Associated Press on YouTube. The Associated Press for LinkedIn.

US Elections 2024: Exclusive Voter Insights Revealed 📊 Our latest report "Voter Sentiments 2024: Key Issues and Insights Across American States" uncovers critical trends shaping the upcoming US elections across 10 key swing states. With data from 1,300+ diverse American citizens, we've mapped out the issues driving this pivotal election cycle. Swipe to see key highlights that could reshape campaign strategies: 🗳️ Voter turnout projections  💼 Top state-specific concerns  🎤 Impact of debates on voting decisions  🌿 Stance on climate action  👥 Influence of political endorsements These insights are just the beginning. Dive deeper into American voter motivations and learn how our polygonal advertising solution can elevate your US campaign. 👉 Download the full US elections report: https://lnkd.in/gD43Rcrv Campaign managers and consultants, ready to leverage these insights? Let's connect! #USElections2024 #VoterInsights #PoliticalCampaign #DataDrivenStrategy

🗳️ It’s National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️ Today is the perfect day to ensure your voice is heard in the upcoming elections. Whether you’re a first-time voter or need to update your registration, taking a few minutes to register can make a big difference. ✅ Why Register? - Make Your Voice Heard: Your vote shapes the future of our community, state and nation. - Stay Informed: Registered voters receive important information about upcoming elections and local issues. - Empower Change: Voting can't fix everything, but without voting, we can't fix anything. 🔗 Ready to register or need to check that your registration is active and up-to-date? Visit https://lnkd.in/ghMzV6Rh to get started! Active participation and voting are crucial in preserving democracy because they ensure that diverse voices are represented and that the government remains accountable to the people it serves. Share this post and encourage your friends and family to register today! #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #YourVoteMatters #RegisterToVote

Combating Misinformation: How Prepared Are We? Misinformation can often be shared unknowingly or unintentionally, leading to confusion about important issues. It’s crucial to have tools that can identify, fact-check, and report misinformation effectively. The Impact of Misinformation on Elections -Voter Turnout and Election Integrity: How does misinformation influence voter turnout and the overall integrity of elections? -Public Education Strategies: What are the most effective methods to educate the public about misinformation during an election cycle? -Responsibility for Monitoring: Who should take the lead in monitoring and combating misinformation during elections—the government, media companies, or the public? Why is this responsibility critical? By addressing these questions, we can improve our collective efforts to combat misinformation and strengthen our communities. #BudgitGhana #RoadMaptoElections #StopGalamsey #CivicHive

One of the things that blew my mind when I started at the AP was seeing the immense operation that goes into tallying results. I had heard the AP's name attached to calling who won and lost, but I assumed that was based on looking at data provided by some official agency. Instead, I learned the massive scale of coordinating human efforts to get real-time information from across the country. Election Day ... and really, deep into the night and the next morning ... is one of the most incredible times to be at the AP. No one does what we do. Read this story for a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes army working this week: https://lnkd.in/ecbtVkZh The U.S. doesn’t have a nationwide body that collects and releases election results. Elections are administered locally, by thousands of offices, following standards set by the states. In many cases, the states themselves don’t even offer up-to-date tracking of election results. The AP plays a role in collecting and standardizing the results. The AP’s vote count fills a gap by bringing together information that otherwise might not be available online for days or weeks after an election or is scattered across hundreds of local websites. Without national standards or consistent expectations across states, it also ensures the data is in a standard format, uses standard terms and undergoes rigorous quality control.