Maryland volleyball embraces Xfinity Pavilion’s role as a polling station
“It’s a really cool thing to be able to say you’re voting in your own gym."
Your guide to the candidates in the 2020 presidential and Maryland congressional elections
A guide for Maryland voters on the backgrounds and political stances of the presidential and House of Representatives candidates.
Feeling stressed about the U.S. election? Look to Bolivia.
We can look to the courage and conviction of the Bolivian people for an example of how to prepare for post-election power plays.
Election Day is coming, and some UMD students are ready to vote for the first time
Despite ongoing issues and an influx of information, some students say they're excited to vote for the first time.
America, bring on the good political vibes
We need Marianne Williamson’s politics of love now more than ever.
“Worse than high school debate”: UMD debaters sound off on presidential debates
“It was certainly odd to see people being yelled over in what's supposed to be a debate for the highest office in the country."
UMD students can now order voter registration forms off the menu at Nando’s
Nando's, which is also handing out informational pamphlets, started the initiative on Sept. 22.
Compulsory voting would push marginalized groups out further, not bring them in
The solution to nonvoting isn’t mandating voting — it’s breaking down barriers to democracy.
The dangers of a more patriotic education
The 1776 Commission would set the social sciences and humanities back decades.
Requiring citizens to vote would improve our electoral process
Voter turnout remains low — compulsory voting is the solution.