Ballot design
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Ballot design can significantly influence election outcomes. , speaking on the , highlights ongoing issues with ballot design, such as confusing layouts that can mislead voters. He argues for the necessity of requiring a permit or license for ballot designers, comparing their responsibility to that of performing heart surgery due to its impact on democracy 1.
Additionally, , on the , underscores how behavioral aspects, like the order of candidate names, influence voters. Research from Texas shows that candidates listed first receive a ten percentage point boost in low-information environments. To counteract such biases, randomizing the order of candidate names is a measure that can promote fairness 2.
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