

It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Voter Turnout, Battleground States, and Shifting Demographics
Oct 9, 2025
Dive into the critical dynamics of upcoming elections as local voting in Virginia and New Jersey heats up. Explore how declining birth rates are reshaping future demographics and influencing political representation. Ryan dissects mail-in ballot strategies and early voting trends, revealing the stakes in pivotal gubernatorial races. He highlights fascinating birth data trends, showing how education impacts fertility rates, and examines the cultural divides reflected in electoral patterns. Plus, hear concerns about population decline from various political perspectives.
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Make A Voting Plan Now
- Make a plan to vote early, by mail, or on election day so you actually cast a ballot.
- Check your secretary of state or county website now to learn what's on your local ballot.
Jay Jones Campaign In Crisis
- Ryan recounts a friend on a Virginia statewide race saying Jay Jones is now in crisis mode after violent text revelations.
- Jones canceled fundraisers and faced police and party criticism as Republicans poured money into ads against him.
Low-Propensity Voters Swing Close Races
- Low-propensity voters decide many close statewide races, so campaigns must mobilize occasional voters.
- In Virginia, early voting already shows one-in-eight voters had cast ballots weeks before Election Day.