Vote Smarter 2020: Does Mail-In Voting Favor One Party Over The Other?

The video discusses how recent elections show Democrats favor mail voting, while historically it was older Republicans. The 'Red Mirage' may occur when early in-person votes favor Republicans, but mail-in votes counted later could lead to a 'Blue Shift' favoring Democrats. The pandemic's universal health risks make voting a non-partisan issue, emphasizing the importance of encouraging voter participation across all parties.

Which group historically favored voting by mail before recent elections?

• Urban residents

• Older Americans leaning Republican

• Independent voters

• Young Democrats

What is the 'Red Mirage' in the context of elections?

• A campaign slogan used by Democrats

• A method to secure mail-in votes

• An initial appearance of Republican success due to early vote counts

• A strategy to increase voter turnout

Why might the 'Red Mirage' turn into a 'Blue Shift'?

• Because of a sudden change in voter preferences

• Due to a large number of mail-in votes from Democrats being counted later

• As a result of a recount

• Because of a change in election rules

What percentage of ballots might still be uncounted on election night?

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

What is emphasized about the coronavirus pandemic in relation to voting?

• It is a concern only for urban areas

• It has no impact on voting methods

• It is a non-partisan issue affecting everyone's health and safety

• It only affects one political party