Civic Responsibility: The Power of Companies to Increase Voter Turnout
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Gross, Sofia, and Ashley Spillane. "Civic responsibility: The power of companies to increase voter turnout." Ash Center Policy Briefs Series, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, 2019.Abstract
This case study provides an analysis and evaluation of the implementation of civic participation programs by companies aimed at increasing voter turnout. The United States consistently lags behind the majority of developed democratic nations in voter turnout, averaging less than half of the eligible voter population participating in midterm elections. The U.S. ranks 26th out of 32 developed democracies in percentage of eligible voters who participate in elections. Today, many companies have dedicated resources for corporate social responsibility projects aimed at strengthening society and building goodwill among employees, consumers, and the public. Voter participation initiatives align with the goals of social responsibility projects, as they address a critical societal problem (lack of engagement), while building goodwill with key stakeholders.Terms of Use
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