This fall, two UC Berkeley centers are gearing up for the election by hosting a variety of events to help others make informed voting decisions. The Institute of Governmental Studies (led by Sociology Professor Cristina Mora and Political Science Professor Eric Schickler) and Social Science Matrix (led by Sociology Professor Marion Fourcade) have partnered in various events and panels spanning over the next two months that will cover the national and state implications of this election year.
From analyzing local ballot measures to dissecting national voter trends, these events aim to equip the campus community with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions at the polls. Featuring expert panels, workshops and cross-disciplinary discussions, the series offers a deep dive into both state and national political dynamics.
"Part of our mission is to bring people together and provide information that will help orient them to American politics and policy, and hopefully engage them in our democracy. We're nonpartisan and we welcome all perspectives here," Christine Trost, the executive director of The Institute of Governmental Studies said. "Our main goal is just to help provide informed analysis and data that's going to help create an informed citizenry and encourage participation in our democracy."
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