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Why do Americans vote on Tuesdays? - Jacob Soboroff

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Since 1845, Americans have been voting on Tuesdays -- but why? In this humorous talk, Jacob Soboroff shares the history of Election Day and shows how voting on a Tuesday affects voter turnout.

Think about the logistical needs to be able to vote on Tuesdays? How does voting on Tuesdays impact or not impact different demographics of people?

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