Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement
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Finding a calling in elections
We don’t know enough about entry-level and mid-level roles in local election agencies. These roles are crucial for election operations and developing talent.
This organizational chart from a large election office shows how many opportuni...
What we learned from the week our research led the headlines
The research we have done with VoteRiders to explore who lacks the proof of residency, identity, and citizenship they need to vote has generated extraordinary public interest, and has been part of the debate in Congress.
Our nationally re...
Who couldn't verify their citizenship and identity if the SAVE America Act passed?
In the coming days, the U.S. Senate will debate the SAVE America Act. Among other things, the bill would require voters to:
- present documentary proof of citizenship - U.S. passport, U.S. Birth Certificate, U.S. Certificate of Natural...
Annapolis 101 is back with new updates for the 2026 session
As we near the midway point of the 2026 Maryland legislative session, thousands of Marylanders are making their voices heard through the legislative process.
From giving written and verbal testimony to contacting representatives, Marylan...
In poll worker recruitment, more is not (necessarily!) more
Election officials don’t just need more bodies. They need a pipeline that delivers reliable volunteers who sign up in time to attend training - especially in “off year” elections.
In the 2024 election, our team at CDCE thought about pol...
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The writers behind this newsletter.
Chief Strategist, University of Maryland Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement
Jillian is a political science PhD student.
Focused on election administration and resilience. Sharing ideas that connect research with real-world practice.
Human Centered Design + Civic Engagement
Senior Fellow, University of Maryland's Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement
Professor of Government and Politics Director of the Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement Co-PI Maryland Democracy Initiative University of Maryland
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