Experts Say Record Early Voter Turnout In Texas Favors Joe Biden

Experts Say Record Early Voter Turnout In Texas Favors Joe Biden

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Texas has seen a historic turnout in early voting, surpassing previous records with 9 million votes. Harris County has expanded voting options, including drive-through and 24-hour voting. Experts suggest a potential political shift in Texas, with Democrats showing strong early voter turnout. President Trump's influence is seen as a factor in this shift, as he has repelled some Republican voters while energizing Democrats. Democratic efforts, including visits from Kamala Harris, aim to capitalize on this momentum in a state that hasn't voted Democrat in a presidential race since 1976.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the legal issue faced by the Texas governor during the election cycle?

He was sued for not allowing mail-in voting.

He was sued for closing polling stations.

He was sued for extending early voting by 6 days.

He was sued for reducing early voting days.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new voting methods were introduced in Harris County?

Mobile voting and online voting

Online voting and mail-in voting

Drive-through voting and 24-hour voting

Weekend voting and mail-in voting

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it difficult to determine which party benefits from early voting in Texas?

Only Republicans are allowed to vote early.

Only Democrats are allowed to vote early.

Voters do not register by party affiliation.

Voters register by party affiliation.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors are contributing to the optimism of Texas Democrats?

A decrease in Republican voter turnout

Increased funding and support from other states

A combination of increased voter turnout and President Trump's influence

Support from international organizations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Kamala Harris play in the Texas election cycle?

She visited Texas to encourage voter turnout.

She was a candidate for governor.

She campaigned for Republican candidates.

She organized protests against early voting.