Esthel Yi
Pronouns: She/Her
Research Mentor(s): Phoebe Henninger
Research Mentor School/College/Department: Political Science / LSA
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Session: Session 2: 10:00 am – 10:50 am
Poster: 73
Abstract
Many Americans are not completely aware of who runs elections, how these officials are elected to run these positions, and whether they affiliate with a political party. Therefore, we question how and whether partisanship affects the public’s trust that elections are run fairly and accurately. Our project aims to answer this question and understand how partisanship affects the administration of U.S. elections at the state and local level as well as at the polling place. This research included using government websites and emailing county clerks offices to get accurate data about previous clerks or election officials who have run elections by state from 2012-2022. Additionally, our research utilizes survey data to gauge public sentiments regarding the accuracy and fairness of elections. Organizing and synthesizing this information using advanced tools such as Excel and R helps us to create a comprehensive database which serves as the foundation for our statistical analysis, allowing us to identify trends and draw meaningful conclusions. By utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methods, our project aims to offer a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics between partisanship and the administration of U.S. elections. Our research and findings can provide valuable insights that may help bridge the gap in understanding between citizens and the government.
