U.S. Elections in Brief

Free and fair elections are the keystone of any democracy. They are essential for the peaceful transfer of power.
When voters [...]

The Role of Political Parties

When the Founders of the American Republic drafted and ratified the U.S. Constitution, they did not envision a role for [...]

Presidential Nominations

Rules within parties for nominating presidential candidates are not spelled out in the U.S. Constitution. As noted, there were no [...]

Congressional Elections

Elections for the U.S. Congress can be as competitive and important as those for president. This is because of the [...]

Polls and Pundits

Though not part of the rules and laws governing electoral politics, public opinion polls have become an essential part of [...]

Financing Campaigns

Federal law dictates how candidates for the federal offices of president, senator and representative — and certain of their political [...]

U.S. Election Procedures

Thousands of administrators are responsible for organizing and conducting U.S. elections, including tabulating and certifying the results. These officials have [...]