Phi Beta Cons

Voting Myths

In the Washington Post, Bryan Caplan, who teaches at George Mason University, debunks five myths about U.S. ballot-box behavior:

  • People vote their self-interest
  • Unselfish voting will solve our problems
  • Voters’ errors balance out.
  • Political disagreement is all about values.
  • Voters want serious change.
Candace de Russy is a nationally recognized expert on education and cultural issues.
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