During the election season, Philadelphia Neighborhoods reporters looked closely at how Temple University students and people around Philadelphia engaged in the election process. From canvassing on Liacouras Walk to shadowing a poll worker on Election Day, we explore how Philadelphians worked to make a difference in a high-stakes election.
Poll workers
Ever wonder what a poll worker’s job entails? South Philadelphia’s Kevin Koch takes reporters Liam Giannelli and Zachary Silverstein through his 14-hour day as a machine inspector on Election Day.
Project 26
Temple’s Project 26 Chapter spent weeks ensuring fellow Owls were registered to vote. Project 26 members spoke to voters around campus about registering and getting to the polls. Reporters Catalina Santana Cintron and Jake Leonard look at how and why these efforts can make a difference.
Social media vs the election
From TikTok compilations to Taylor Swift endorsements, social media continues to play a vital role in political campaigns. This election season saw a notable uptick in social media influencers lending their voice to the mix. Many saw it as a way to reach a new generation of voters who are engaged with social media. Reporters Nicoletta Ariano and Brianna Fallon explore this new phenomena.
Temple students urge voter education
Many Temple students worried about what the economy could look like before voting in the election, and 81% of voters agreed. From thinking about purchasing their first home to the cost of groceries, these students had concerns about their futures and knew they wanted to see a change.
Samantha Morgan and Declan Landis reported on Temple students who urged voters to educate themselves on the economy during election season.
Importance of voting
No one could vote without registration, and many political organizations on and around campus felt passionate about getting college students to prepare for the election. Students and experts explained the importance of voting, highlighting why students who wouldn’t think to vote should consider changing their mind. Reporters Kajsa Morse and Ashley Green investigated why registration workers on Temple’s campus felt passionate about participation in the 2024 election.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
A heavy emphasis has been put on the importance of voting this election season. One approach that has become popular in Philadelphia is murals, with this city being the self-proclaimed mural capital of the world. Mural Arts Philadelphia is a bipartisan art-driven organization that has recently dedicated new murals to voting. Reporters Grace Rufalo and Hannah Devanny spoke to some of these artists featured in these murals.
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