Elections Essentials | Government & Politics: Civics for the American Experiment

What happens when citizens understand their voting power and engage in the democratic process? In this video, explore the evolution of voting rights in the United States and discover what motivates people to cast their ballots—and why that matters.

From the amendments that expanded suffrage to the psychological and structural factors that affect voter behavior, this video explains how elections work and why participation is key. Learn about the Electoral College, congressional elections, and what influences voter turnout.