Resources for understanding and engaging in the 2024 elections | Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

Resources for understanding and engaging in the 2024 elections

October 28, 2024

The Ford School of Public Policy presents events, research, and ideas from faculty and other experts that shape our understanding of the people and issues that are influencing local, state, and federal 2024 elections. Read stories and watch video related to the 2024 elections on the Ford School website. 

Faculty experts in the media

Networks cite Jonathan Hanson for insights on the 2024 Presidential election

Betsey Stevenson discusses the economy, union workers, and the value of the service sector in America

Javed Ali examines national security concerns as election season heats up

Megan Stewart on how the Israeli invasion of Lebanon worsens ongoing crises, challenges Harris campaign

 

Democratic engagement

Using the arts and 'awe' to guide public policy - In a new pairing between the University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy and U-M Museum of Art, students are learning how to develop human-centered experiences to guide public policy.

Hail to the Voters! Led by Jenna Bednar, UMICH Votes is a non-partisan campus coalition whose mission is to improve the accessibility of voting, foster the confidence necessary to navigate the voting process successfully, and help students understand why their votes matter, for students of all three University of Michigan campuses.

 

Research about the political landscape

Survey shows Detroiters’ top priorities for city officials going into election

As election approaches, national poll shows which health topics concern older adults most

Lack of trust in political system is the main reason some Detroiters won't vote

 

WATCH!

Conversations Across Differences

Former Governors John Kasich and Steve Bullock on Democracy and Civic Discourse

Notable speakers and events

2024 election dynamics—and strengthening democracy beyond it, with E.J. Dionne Jr., columnist at The Washington Post and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution.

A Look at Latinx Voters and Voting, with political strategist Chuck Rocha.

FBI Perspectives on Election Security with Deputy Director Abbate

Election 2024 and U.S. climate policy, co-sponsored by Brookings.