Which Countries Have the Highest Voter Turnout?
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Which Countries Have the Highest Voter Turnout?

August 21, 2019 12:00 pm (EST)

Which Countries Have the Highest Voter Turnout?
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At 56%, voter turnout in the United States trails most developed countries. Here's where voter turnout is highest—and what countries have done to increase participation.

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