The Power of Democracy
The Panther’s Nov. 2 to Nov. 16 coverage on national and local Orange County politics, skyrocketing voter engagement and how the results of the election impact you.
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Opinion | Kamala Harris’ election restores some faith
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris embodies many firsts for America: first female, Black and South Asian vice president.
Mail-in ballots may win Biden the election as race narrows
With over 3.9 million more popular votes than President Donald Trump, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden took the lead in Pennsylvania and Georgia.
Opinion | South Asians make lasting impact on American politics
As South Asian representation in public office continues to grow, we will continue to see our community’s issues brought to light.
Opinion | Don’t ‘STOP THE COUNT’
We’re going to call the election the right way – not Trump’s way – no matter how many days of counting it takes. Everyone's voice must be heard.
NBA sees uptick in player voting, Chapman athletes follow suit
Only 20% of eligible NBA players voted in the 2016 election, but registration numbers shot up to 90% in 2020. Chapman athletes followed in their footsteps.
Opinion | From apolitical to angry
I sit here, still refreshing for election updates and I can’t help but think there could be four more years of this. I no longer have the choice to be apolitical.
Opinion | Vote, but don’t vote third party
Third-party candidates split the votes. When an election is this close and when there are crucial human rights at stake, there is no room to vote for a third party.
Video | 'It's your right': Orange voters discuss importance of voting
The Panther stood outside of the polling place at Chapman University to ask voters for their thoughts on this year’s 2020 general election.
Republicans challenge Democrat incumbents in tight congressional races
Despite 2018’s Democratic sweep across Orange County, current 2020 general election projections show two Republican candidates pulling ahead.
Analysis | How proposition results could impact college students
There were 12 propositions on this year’s ballot for California voters, but the outcomes of these five could prove the most important to Chapman students.
Opinion | Vote
Political parties in power rotate; beliefs change; opinions transform; but voting is a constant in your civic engagement.
Contested battleground states to determine fate of election
With the winner of the 2020 presidential race yet to be determined, a victory for either candidate hinges on results from battleground states.
Social media and politics: furthering American polarization
As an increased reliance on technology shapes the landscape of social interaction in the U.S., the 2020 presidential election is no exception.
Voter registration numbers surge before election
Youth voter turnout will play a critical role in determining the fate of the general election.
Analysis | Are we prepared for Trump’s reelection?
The unknown future begs the question. If Trump wins reelection, is the country prepared for what comes next?
Analysis | Violence may arise after election is called
With the election only one day away, scholars spoke to The Panther on the likelihood of post-election violence.