American Democracy Now, 2nd Edition (Harrison)

Chapter 9: Elections, Campaigns, and Voting

Learning Objectives

Having studied this chapter, students should be able to do each of the following:

1. Define the various types of elections in the U.S.
2. Describe the various types of ballots.
3. Discuss the eligibility requirements for running for office.
4. Discuss the nature of political campaigns today.
5. Describe the key efforts to regulate campaign finance.
6. Describe the process of presidential elections.
7. Describe the effects of demographics on voting turnout.
8. Explain the factors that contribute to non-voting.