Just the facts
This is a place to be fascinated, not frustrated with people who think differently. We aim to bring teenagers the real facts, so they are able to feel confident when it's their time to vote.
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Before The Ballot began from a simple idea born in childhood curiosity and grew into a mission
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Politics
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FEATURED
Local Elections: Understanding the Grassroots Impact on...
Examining the surprising outcomes of recent municipal elections and how local voter sentiment often foreshadows...
Marcus Throne
October 24, 2024
FEATURED
Geopolitical Tensions: Navigating the New World Order
A comprehensive look at the escalating geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, and...
Sophia Chen
October 25, 2024
Analysis
Hand-selected stories that our editorial team believes deserve your attention and deeper consideration.
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The Shifting Sands of Climate Policy: A Global Perspective
An In-depth analysis of recent international climate summits and their implications for national policies, highlighting the delicate balance between economic growth and environmental...
Eleanor Vance
Oct 26, 2024
The Future of Healthcare: Policy Debates and Public Access
David Rodriguez
Oct 24
Digital Democracy: The Promise and Perils of Online Governance
Aisha Khan
Oct 24
Economic Inequality: Bridging the Gap in a Post-Pandemic World
Samual Green
Oct 24
Interactives
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Poll
Voter Sentiment Poll: Key Issues
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Poll
Election Map: Shifting Demographics
Explore an interactive map visualizing how demographic changes are influencing recen..
Quiz
Political Ideology Quiz
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Breaking News
Stay updated with current events and breaking stories and how they relate to us future voters
BREAKING
Mother of 3 who loved to sing and write poetry shot and killed by ICE in Minneapolis
Jan 9
As the details unfold about the Renee Nicole Good case, it is important to put aside our personal politics. Whether you're more left or right leaning, Democrat or Republican, we need to remember that this was a real woman, with a real family that passed away. She deserves to be honored and remembered, without her name being attacked or endorsed.
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Victim shot by ICE agent attempted to run over law enforcement officer, Noem says
Jan 7
The political climate we are in is unprecedented. Seeing this news on CNN as many of us got out of school was absolutely shattering, with a huge online buzz only spreading and sharing this news. The killing of this woman has sent shockwaves through the country, and it is our job to understand it, and to remember her.
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Jan. 6 riot's basic facts cause stubborn fights 5 years later
Jan 6
As the generation who was one of the youngest people to view the Capitol riots on January 6, it is very important that we keep the memory of this event alive. CBS News gives the basic breakdown on the event, but no matter our political orientation, we need to remember the lives that were lost in this horrific event.
BREAKING
Federal health officials slash recommended childhood vaccinations under Trump’s directive
Jan 5
Most of us are old enough to have gotten all 17 vaccines recommended to us when we were born. Whether you are or aren't vaccinated, that is a private decision, so I want you future voters to tell me. Do you think we should be herd vaccinating, as to better slowly decrease the cases of the disease, or do you think that all vaccines should be chosen by the parents? Share your opinion with me, at uma@beforetheballot.com!