Could independent voters elect our next president?, "Global Election Fever," the ERA at Skidmore, and more, this week.
In this episode of “The Last Class with Professor Ron Seyb,” a series where longtime Skidmore Political Science Professor Ron Seyb — with his signature wisdom and wit — analyzes election-related topics, Professor Seyb explores whether independent voters could elect our next president.
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‌“Most Americans cherish their independence,” he observes. “This is particularly evident in politics. Americans’ relationship with the two political parties is something they would prefer to conceal from their friends.”
Students are invited to create 30- to 60-second non-partisan videos informing voters and/or encouraging voter participation by Monday, Nov. 4. Prizes include Amazon gift cards, lunch with President Marc C. Conner, and invites to an Election Day award ceremony. Further information and guidelines are available online.
Faculty members from Florida Atlantic University, Empire State College, and Skidmore College converse about recent elections in the Middle East, South Asia and Latin America.
‌Members of the Parole Preparation Projection have a conversation on elections and felon voting rights.
Press Pulse
Skidmore hosted Joe Walsh, a former U.S. representative from Illinois, and Fred Guttenberg ’88, a businessman-turned-activist following his daughter’s murder at a school shooting, to discuss how they found common political ground.
Professor of Political Science Ron Seyb comments on the debate between Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro and Democratic challenger Josh Riley.
Did You Know...
There are plenty of simple (and free!) ways individuals can support the candidate of their choice: Grab a yard sign or follow and share campaign content on social media, write postcards, stuff letters, or take part in phone-banking and canvassing. And of course, remember to vote!
