Veterans as poll workers boost election confidence [Video]

Recruiting veterans and military family members to serve as poll workers significantly boost public confidence in the election process.

That’s according to a new study conducted by the Center for Democracy and Civic Engagement at the University of Maryland, in collaboration with We the Veterans and Military Families.

The research shows that the knowledge that election officials are recruiting veterans and military families generates positive perceptions.

The survey, fielded from August 29 to Sept. 9, 2024, with a national sample of 1,263 U.S. citizens drawn to represent voting-age citizens across the U.S, highlights that recruiting members of the veteran and military family community leads to increased confidence in vote counting, reduced concerns about election-related violence, and greater belief in the fairness of the electoral process.

“This study confirms our hypothesis that veterans and military families – who have already demonstrated their unwavering commitment to our country – serving as poll workers help to strengthen public confidence in elections,” …