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December 13, 2012 -
From the field
Studying the Impact of New Technology on Democratic Institutions
Opening Government, a MacArthur supported research initiative, seeks to study the impact of technology on democratic institutions in the United States and globally. Read More
December 12, 2012 -
In the Media
"Eric Holder: We Need National Standards for Voting"
From MSNBC
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November 21, 2012 -
Video
"Voting Reform: Good for the GOP, Too"
From the National Journal
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November 14, 2012 -
In the Media
"Inside the Beltway: Herding Republicans"
From The Washington Times
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November 14, 2012 -
In the Media
"New Poll: Americans Want to Standardize Elections"
From the Chicago Tribune
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November 14, 2012 -
Press release
New Poll: Americans Strongly Support National Standards for Voting
Eighty-eight percent of Americans who voted in last week’s election support establishing national standards for voting, including the hours polls are open, who is eligible to vote, and the design of ballots. Read More
November 14, 2012 -
Publication
Examining Congressional Election Financing
A report from the Campaign Finance Institute (CFI) takes a close look at financing in the House and Senate elections of 2012. Read More
November 11, 2012 -
In the Media
"Foundations Are Searching for Ways to Fix an Ailing Political Process"
From The Chronicle of Philanthropy
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November 2, 2012 -
In the Media
"Mo Rocca Tells Us About His New Documentary 'Electoral Dysfunction'"
From WBEZ Chicago
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November 1, 2012 -
In the Media
"Mo Rocca on New Documentary, 'Electoral Dysfunction'"
From CBS News
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October 29, 2012 -
Article
Introductory Remarks by MacArthur President Robert Gallucci at Preview Screening of "Electoral Dysfunction"
A film screening sponsored by MacArthur, The Brennan Center for Justice, the Joyce Foundation, and WTTW, the documentary "Electoral Dysfunction" takes an irreverent–but nonpartisan–look at the voting process and its impact on American democracy. Read More
August 29, 2012 -
In the Media
"The Right to Vote"
From The New York Times
Featuring an op-doc produced by MacArthur-supported Center for Independent Documentary
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Featuring an op-doc produced by MacArthur-supported Center for Independent Documentary
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August 9, 2012 -
Press release
MacArthur Grants Support Efforts to Ensure Fair Elections, Protect Voting Rights
The grants were awarded to organizations and initiatives that help eligible voters, particularly those in disenfranchised groups, participate in the democratic process. Read More
July 31, 2012 -
In the Media
"Partisan Rifts Hinder Efforts to Improve U.S. Voting System"
From The New York Times
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