- Updated: Nov. 10, 2024, 5:41 a.m.
- Courtney Astolfi, cleveland.com
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Cleveland is overwhelmingly Democratic. But despite the high stakes of the 2024 presidential election, voter turnout in the city remained sluggish, reflecting a trend experts say is deeply rooted in issues far beyond the numbers.
With a turnout rate significantly lower than both state and national averages, Cleveland’s voter participation lags, as residents grapple with challenges that make voting seem less relevant. From the struggles of high-poverty neighborhoods to evolving communication barriers, Cleveland’s declining turnout tells a story of disconnection, disenfranchisement and a political system that, for many, feels out of reach.
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