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During Election Day and in the days following, media have cited UCLA research and turned to UCLA faculty for expert insight on a range of election-related topics.

Interim Chancellor Darnell Hunt also shared resources available on the UCLA campus for the well-being of students, faculty and staff.

Students gathered at the Pauley Pavilion Club on the evening of Nov. 5 to talk, share opinions and watch the results of the 2024 elections roll in.

Language accessibility and community engagement are key to getting people to the polls, researchers say.

Ramos’ new book “Defectors” explores how Latinos, traditionally a reliable base for Democrats, is showing signs of change.

UCLA convened a panel of experts to shed light on local measures in Los Angeles county and city on the ballot Nov. 5.

Election Day is nearly upon us! As we near Nov. 5, UCLA experts are available to help explain a variety of vital election-related issues.

See our tips and resources to help you engage, get informed, cast your ballot and take care of yourself.

Many people who have completed the terms of their felony sentences have had their voting rights restored. UCLA’s Naomi Sugie tells us what that might mean for the election.

A Latina Futures 2050 Lab research brief shows the growing influence of Latina voters in United States politics.

Since early in 2024, the Election 360 newsletter has been tracking the issues around the November presidential election and drawing on the expertise of UCLA faculty.

A UCLA-led research team is monitoring a massive nationwide text outreach effort.

UCLA sociologist Roger Waldinger says that immigration is an issue that inherently works to the advantage of Republicans.

The panels will address ballot measures on rent control, political corruption, a county sales tax and other issues.

UCLA sociologist Cecilia Menjivar discusses how the Republican ticket has blamed immigrants for many of the country’s woes, including a lack of affordable housing.

Snapshots of eligible voter groups highlight diverse characteristics within states and counties.

With stark differences in the climate policies of the two presidential candidates, this is a “make-or-break” election for climate policy, UCLA experts say.

The UCLA sociologist discusses how to think critically about the threat of autocracy.

A free UCLA webinar provides insights into the evolving dynamics of American democracy and the influential role of women of color in the political process.

The forums will address concerns like the fairness of the Electoral College, allegations of election fraud and the spread of misinformation.

UCLA psychologist Yalda Uhls says young voters are moving away from old paradigms and polarization when it comes to how they think about politics and want to vote.

Young voters cite Harris’ tone and substance more than race, ethnicity or gender.

As we near the presidential candidate debate, take a look at analyses by UCLA professors Norma Mendoza-Denton and Daniel Treisman.

New UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute briefs focus on the diverse demographic makeup of the Latino electorate in key swing states.

UCLA law professor Kimberly Clausing looks at the potential national and global impacts of the economic proposals making headlines.