Rock the Vote teams with a new Twitter voter registration campaign giving automatic information to users on deadlines
Voting Technology articles on Democracy Chronicles
This voting technology section highlights the important role technology has played in democratic history and seeks to explore how technology will shape the future of elections. This new era of elections is an area of heavy debate in political circles. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
A Review of Every Televised Presidential Debate Since 1960
The first televised Presidential debate has set a standard that has been followed in every election since 1960
Social Media Voter Turnout Push May Have Big Impact
This election’s mass social media voter turnout effort is being pushed by most major tech companies
Expert Warns of Vulnerability to a German Election Hack
Munich-based security expert warns that a German election hack is within the realm of possibility
How Mobile Technology is Used in Digital Political Strategies
The penetration of smartphones among trends that are revolutionizing digital political strategies
Has Presidential Polling Data Become Useless?
Shrinking sample sizes, challenges of new technology and outdated methodology hamper Presidential polling
No End in Sight For Democratic Party Leaks From Hacking
Wikileaks promising to continue releasing Democratic Party leaks in controversial push for transparency
Will NJ Voting Selfies Boost Youth Turnout?
One politician has taken up the cause of legalizing NJ voting selfies in a bid to engage youth voters
Why is Twitter Working With Commission on Presidential Debates?
In order to boost engagement. Twitter working with Commission on Presidential Debates through its technology
Fear of High-Tech Thieves Could Bring Back Paper Ballots
A growing movement to bring back paper ballots following rumours of voting machine manipulation