Can Social Media Impact the 2014 Midterms?

The video discusses the disparity in voter turnout between midterm and presidential elections, highlighting the importance of local elections. It addresses the challenges in current voting technology, advocating for open-source solutions to enhance transparency and efficiency. Innovations like online registration and apps to manage polling lines are explored. The impact of social media on elections is analyzed, noting its role in information dissemination but limited effect on participation. Finally, the video examines resistance to technological integration in voting and efforts to promote open-source systems.

What is a significant issue with voter turnout in local elections?

• High voter turnout

• Low voter turnout

• Equal turnout as presidential elections

• No impact on government spending

Why is open-source technology important in the voting process?

• It ensures transparency and efficiency

• It is more expensive

• It is only used by private businesses

• It is less reliable

What is the purpose of the 'busy booth' application?

• To count votes automatically

• To inform voters about long polling lines

• To register voters online

• To entertain voters while waiting

How has social media impacted voter turnout according to the transcript?

• It has decreased turnout

• It has not significantly changed turnout

• It has significantly increased turnout

• It has replaced traditional media

Why might some political entities resist integrating technology in elections?

• They benefit from low voter turnout

• They prefer traditional methods

• They lack the resources

• They want to increase voter turnout