Ballotpedia releases readability analysis of 2024 ballot measures

We recently released our eighth annual analysis of the readability of statewide ballot measures. The report found that the language for the 159 measures on statewide ballots this year is written at an average reading level of 16, equivalent to a bachelor’s degree. New Hampshire has the lowest average grade level score, with a score of seven. The highest average is in Alabama, with a score of 28. 

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Ballotpedia is monitoring state government trifectas, veto-proof majorities, and battleground state legislative chambers on election day

Across 44 states, there are elections for seats in 85 of the nation’s 99 legislative chambers. We are monitoring state government trifectas, veto-proof majorities, and the outcomes of state legislative battleground elections on Nov. 5. Preview state legislative races at the link below:

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Ballotpedia’s YouTube highlights key battleground races and noteworthy ballot measures

NEW!   Brew readers know that having access to accurate and comprehensive information is crucial before heading to the polls; we’ve created a series of videos highlighting battleground races and key ballot measures. Be sure to check out our YouTube page and subscribe today to stay up to date with Ballotpedia’s video content.

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Happy Halloween! Candidates’ favorite fictional characters

Each year, thousands of candidates fill out our Candidate Connection survey. Aside from questions about what motivates them on political and personal levels, candidates can also answer some light-hearted questions. To celebrate Halloween yesterday, we highlighted answers from the survey question: If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Take a look at Thursday’s Brew for the most popular responses. 

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