What is Decision Desk HQ, the service that helps news outlets make race calls?

What is Decision Desk HQ, the service that helps news outlets make race calls?

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The video explains the process of how election results are called, highlighting that initial results on election night are unofficial. It discusses the role of Decision Desk HQ in projecting results using historical trends and current data. The video also focuses on swing states, particularly Georgia, due to its early voting laws. Historical context is provided, noting the longest time taken to declare a winner in 1876.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did it take to declare a winner in the 2020 election?

One day

One week

One month

Several days

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event is referenced regarding the declaration of a winner in 1876?

It was the first election

It had the longest delay in declaring a winner

It was the first presidential election

It was the first election with a popular vote