December 18, 2020

Are Michigan’s Election Day Ballots Too Long?

The Citizens Research Council of Michigan’s Jill Roof and Craig Thiel discuss the length of Michigan’s ballots, the number of elected offices voters are asked to decide, and a look at a state board which could lead the way to change.

Citizens Research Council of Michigan · Are Michigan's Election Day Ballots Too Long?

Are Michigan’s Election Day Ballots Too Long?

Are Michigan’s Election Day Ballots Too Long?

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