So, you want to vote in the next election. At Natural Election, we're here to help. We're peeling back the curtain on voting and elections in Arkansas ahead of the election on November 8th. From voting rights to registering to vote and some of the quirks about elections in the Natural State.
We've made it to Election Day. To celebrate the day, we made our own game show. Join along as Matthew and Daniel answer an abundance of election questions from KUAF's news director Kyle Kellams.
1 Nov 2022
Putting the "Representative" back in "Representative Democracy"
For minority communities in Arkansas, voting can be a struggle. That doesn't just mean racial minorities; rural voters have less resources and limited access to polling places. In today's episode, we discuss the barriers and the folks working to remove those barriers.
25 Oct 2022
A Conversation with Chris Jones
KUAF's News Director Kyle Kellams sits down with Democrat gubernatorial candidate Chris Jones to discuss why he's running for office on this episode of Natural Election.
18 Oct 2022
A Quorum Court Explainer
Local elections matter, you've heard us say it before. But did you know that just a few dozen votes can decide how your county spends their money? On today's episode, we explain county judges, justices of the peace, and quorum court.
11 Oct 2022
The Ordinary and Extraordinary Arkansas Legislature
On today's episode we discuss Issue 1: Legislative Authority to Call a Special Session Amendment.
4 Oct 2022
Explaining Recreational Marijuana in Arkansas
On today's episode we discuss Issue 4: Marijuana Legalization Initiative and what recreational use may look like in Arkansas.
29 Sept 2022
Natural Election Live: Does My Vote Matter?
Co-host Matthew Moore moderated a panel discussion with Janine Parry, professor of political science at the University of Arkansas and the director of the Arkansas Poll, and Jennifer Price, executive director of the Washington County Election Commission, live at the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History to answer the question, "Does My Vote Matter?"
20 Sept 2022
Does Arkansas Need More Religious Freedom?
On today's episode we discuss Issue 3: Government Burden of Free Exercise of Religion Amendment.
13 Sept 2022
A Constitutional Amendment about Constitutional Amendments
We begin the new season of Natural Election discussing Issue 2: 60% Supermajority Vote Requirement for Constitutional Amendments and Ballot Initiatives Measure.
19 Aug 2022
Introducing Season Two of Natural Election
From the fate of direct democracy to a historic governor’s race and even a (tentative) decision on recreational marijuana... That's right, the 2022 midterms are here. Season two of Natural Election returns September 13th.
14 Jun 2022
Legalizing Recreational Marijuana and Prepping for the Runoff Elections
On today's episode, we hear about an initiative working to make its way onto the November ballot to make recreational marijuana legal in the state. Who's responsible for the initiative, and does it stand a chance? Plus, the runoff election is next Tuesday, but are you eligible to vote in it? You might be surprised to find out.
25 May 2022
The Results Are In
Daniel Caruth, Rachell Sanchez-Smith, and Matthew Moore get together to go over some of the big takeaways from yesterday's Primary Election.
24 May 2022
Today is the Day
It's Election Day, and we hear stories about people from all walks of life making their voices heard by going to the polls.
17 May 2022
The Stress-Free Guide To Voting
Going to the polls can be overwhelming. We want to empower you to make good decisions, be less anxious, and vote well.
10 May 2022
Why Should We Vote?
Early voting has started in Arkansas, but maybe you need just a little bit of motivation to get out to the polls. We talk to experts about finding that motivation to vote.
3 May 2022
Whose Primary is it Anyway?
You've registered to vote, you're planning your trip to the polls, but what exactly are primaries? We've got a breakdown of how primaries work in Arkansas and what the rules are around voting in them.
26 Apr 2022
Arkansas, Why Don't We Vote?
When it comes to voter turnout, Arkansas ranks dead last in America. So low, in fact, that on more than one occasion in Arkansas, an unopposed candidate wasn't elected because they didn't gather a single vote. What impact do the four new election laws passed by the state legislature have on voters rights? Plus, a closer examination at what may lead to low voter turnout.
19 Apr 2022
Let's Get Registered
One of the most important parts of voting is registering to vote.
14 Apr 2022
Introducing Natural Election
You want to vote in the next election, great news! But do you know where your polling place is? Or what district you're registered in? Or what exactly a primary is?Natural Election is your source for information on elections in Northwest Arkansas, from voting rights to understanding how to vote in the first place. Subscribe today to get our first episode in your feed Tuesday, April 19th.
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