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Election Resources for Journalists

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General Election Resources

Adam Carr's Election Archive

Tracks information from elections around the globe.

Administration and Cost of Elections Project's Media & Elections Report

Best Practices in Journalism Resources

An exhaustive listing of tip sheets and resources for journalists on covering elections and many other topics from various angles.

Broacasts Meets Broadband

Shows how to use web sites to improve political coverage.

CNN's Worldwide Election News

Provides background information on upcoming elections in countries around the world.

Institute for Media, Policy, and Civil Society's (IMPAC) Election Reporting Handbook (PDF)

News Lab's Guide to Campaign Reporting

General information and tips on what to consider when planning political reporting.

Public Agenda's Critical Questions on Polling

20 questions journalists should ask when polls are released.

RAP 21's Interview on Preparing for Election Coverage in Togo

RTNDA's Guide to Political Coverage

Offers insights on improving coverage of elections from the perspectives of American radio and television news directors.

Related Links

The Carter Center

International Foundation for Election Systems (IFES)