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Voter turnout for primaries is consistently lower nationwide than for general elections. Political scientists point to structural issues with our voting system, but what were the logistical constraints this time around in Chicago that may have added to hesitancy to head to the polls?
Reset checks in with the spokesperson from the Illinois Board of Elections to learn more about turnout in our state.
Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Lynnea Domienik
Guests: Matt Dietrich
By WBEZ ChicagoVoter turnout for primaries is consistently lower nationwide than for general elections. Political scientists point to structural issues with our voting system, but what were the logistical constraints this time around in Chicago that may have added to hesitancy to head to the polls?
Reset checks in with the spokesperson from the Illinois Board of Elections to learn more about turnout in our state.
Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Lynnea Domienik
Guests: Matt Dietrich