Explainer: How the Nevada caucus works

The video tutorial explains the voting process for the Nevada Caucus, including early voting from February 15th to 18th and caucus day on February 22nd. Voters use iPads with a PDF voter roll and Google Forms to rank preferences on a paper ballot. On caucus day, voters sign in at precincts and form groups based on candidate support. Candidates with less than 15% support are disqualified, and their supporters can choose another candidate. Nevada uses a Google Forms-based caucus calculator instead of the Shadow Ink app, with backup paper reporting sheets.

What must voters do first when they arrive at an early voting site for the Nevada Caucus?

• Sign in at their local precinct

• Check in with volunteers

• Fill out a paper ballot

• Rank their candidate preferences

On caucus day, how are voters organized at their local precincts?

• Alphabetically by last name

• Based on candidate support

• By the time they arrive

• By age group

What happens to candidates who receive less than 15% of the vote during the Nevada Caucus?

• They advance to the next round

• They are disqualified

• They receive additional support

• They are given a second chance

What tool will Nevada use instead of the Shadow Ink app for calculating caucus results?

• An Excel spreadsheet

• Google Forms on iPads

• A paper-based system

• A new mobile app

What is required in addition to the digital caucus calculator to ensure accurate reporting?

• A recount of all votes

• Backup paper reporting sheets

• Verbal confirmation from voters

• A second digital backup