Vermont Voter Turnout and Demographics Quiz

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Which of the following is a valid website for the Democratic Party in Vermont?

http://vtgop.org

http://www.vermont.gov

http://www.vtdemocrats.org (correct)

http://www.vermontpolitics.com

What type of content can be found on the Vermont Politics Podcast?

Live voting results

Political discussions and news updates (correct)

Public opinion polls

Economic policy analysis

Which social media platforms are used by the Vermont Democratic Party?

Facebook and TikTok

Twitter and Snapchat

YouTube and Instagram (correct)

Instagram and LinkedIn

What is the primary source for the ethnicity, economy, and education data mentioned?

U.S. Census Bureau Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the official state website of Vermont?

It also hosts political party links. Signup and view all the answers

What was the voter turnout percentage in the U.S. for the year 2020?

67% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of White individuals in the state identify compared to the national average?

91.9% Signup and view all the answers

Which ethnic group has the lowest representation in the state?

American Indian/Alaska Native Signup and view all the answers

What is the unemployment rate in this state as compared to the national average?

2.2% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of adults in the state consider religion very important in their lives?

34% Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the poverty rate in the state?

4th lowest in the U.S. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of individuals aged 25 and older hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in this state?

94.2% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the income is held by the top 1% of families in the state?

14% Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Vermont's voting pattern from 1988 onwards?

Vermont has consistently voted Democratic. Signup and view all the answers

Which election year saw Vermont voting for a Democrat while previously typically voting Republican?

1992 Signup and view all the answers

What was the percentage of votes that Joe Biden received in Vermont during the 2020 election?

66% Signup and view all the answers

What is one key variable that could impact election outcomes, as noted in the content?

Voting history Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Vermont vote for Lyndon Johnson over Barry Goldwater?

1964 Signup and view all the answers

How did Vermont's voting tendency change after the establishment of the modern Republican Party in 1854?

It continued to vote Republican until 1992. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage did Vermont Democrats secure in the 2016 election?

56% Signup and view all the answers

What factor is not mentioned as relevant for predicting election outcomes?

Voter enthusiasm Signup and view all the answers

What is Vermont's nickname?

The Green Mountain State Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a predictor of how citizens will vote?

Civic engagement levels Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current Governor of Vermont?

Phil Scott Signup and view all the answers

What was one issue that affected voters in the 2020 election?

Health care Signup and view all the answers

Which U.S. Senator from Vermont is an Independent?

Bernie Sanders Signup and view all the answers

How many electoral votes does Vermont have?

3 votes Signup and view all the answers

What does the state motto of Vermont advocate for?

Unity and Freedom Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant challenge in predicting voter outcomes?

The complexity of issues Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Voter Turnout and Demographics

Vermont voter turnout in 2020 was 74%, compared to the U.S. average of 67%.
Ethnic demographics in Vermont:
- White (only): 91.9% (U.S. 59%)
- Hispanic & Latino: 2.3% (U.S. 19%)
- African American & Black: 1.5% (U.S. 14%)
- Asian American: 2.1% (U.S. 6%)
- American Indian/Alaska Native: 0.4% (U.S. 1%)

Religion in Vermont

Vermont ranks 48th for overall religiousness in the U.S.
34% of adults in Vermont are "highly religious" based on an index.
Religious participation statistics:
- 32% consider religion very important (51st nationwide).
- 21% attend worship services weekly (51st).
- 33% pray daily (51st).
- 41% believe in God with absolute certainty (50th).

Economic Overview

Vermont's poverty rate is 10.4%, ranking 41st highest in the U.S.
The state has a low unemployment rate of 2.2%, 4th lowest nationally.
Income inequality:
- The top 1% earn 14% of the state's income.
- The U.S. average for the top 1% is 21%.

Education Statistics

High school graduation rates in Vermont: 94.2% for individuals aged 25 and older (U.S. average: 89.1%).
Bachelor’s degree attainment: 41.7% for individuals aged 25 and older (U.S. average: 34.3%).

Voting History and Trends

Vermont has consistently participated in elections since joining the Union in 1791.
The state has shifted to reliably Democratic in national elections since 1992, after a long history of Republican support.
Election results from 2004-2020 show:
- 2020: Biden 66%, Trump 31%.
- 2016: Clinton 56%, Trump 30%.
- 2004: Kerry 59%, Bush 39%.

State Information

Vermont (VT) has 3 electoral votes, with a population of 647,464.
Capital: Montpelier; Area: 9,616 sq mi / 24,923 sq km.
Nickname: "Green Mountain State"; Motto: "Freedom and Unity."
Current Governor: Phil Scott (R); U.S. Senators: Peter Welch (D) and Bernie Sanders (Independent).

Election Prediction Factors

Factors influencing voting patterns include socioeconomic status, education, ethnicity, and personal beliefs.
Local political issues and individual candidate characteristics are significant in predicting voter behavior.
Changes in polling can make predicting election outcomes challenging, as seen in the 2020 election where turnout greatly impacted the results.

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Test your knowledge on Vermont's voter turnout and demographics, as well as its religious and economic landscape. Explore the state's unique statistics compared to national averages in this informative quiz.