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If you’ve looked online for a sample ballot or searched for unbiased information about a candidate, ballot measure, or policy initiative, you’ve almost certainly come across Ballotpedia, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit whose mission is to... We interviewed Ballotpedia’s founder and CEO Leslie Graves to find out more about their work, the expertise they bring as partners to Preserving Democracy, and to get a sense of what readers can look... Preserving Democracy: I’d love to hear some background on how and why you founded Ballotpedia. How did the organization come to life? Leslie Graves: Really – in 2006 at my kitchen table. I know it sounds cliche, but I was trying to find an unbiased source of information on ballot measures for an upcoming election.

I was struck by two things: The general lack of available information in easy-to-understand language and if any information on those initiatives existed at all, it was almost always partisan. Ultimately, I made it my mission to provide information voters could trust, with verifiable facts, and absolutely no spin. It was an immediate hit with readers, and the rest, as they say, is history. Filling a long-standing knowledge gap with objective, comprehensive data to make it easier for all Americans to engage with their local school board MIDDLETON, Wis., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ongoing debates over what should be taught in public schools and the role of school boards has generated lots of headlines.

But essential context on how many school boards there are, and who serves on them has been missing. Until now. Ballotpedia today announced the release of its comprehensive new research report on U.S. school boards, "Analysis of School District and Board Member Characteristics, 2022." "School board members comprise about 15% of all elected officials in the United States," said Ballotpedia Editor-in-Chief Geoff Pallay. "As we head into the 2022-2023 school year, we're providing our readers the ability to understand who represents them in these critical offices."

Exclusive research from Ballotpedia on the nation's public school boards has found: When I first discovered Ballotpedia, I was curious about how a single platform could cover such a vast array of political information. It quickly became clear that its core purpose is to serve as a comprehensive, nonpartisan digital encyclopedia for American politics. This clarity gave me confidence that I was accessing reliable, unbiased facts rather than opinion-driven content. Have you ever struggled to find straightforward details on local elections or specific ballot measures? Ballotpedia fills that gap by breaking down complex political processes into digestible pieces.

I found this especially valuable when I needed clear explanations about lesser-known candidates and initiatives—information that’s often buried elsewhere. What strikes me most is how Ballotpedia balances depth with accessibility. The site doesn’t just deliver raw data; it provides context that helps me understand why certain political developments matter. In my experience, this approach transformed my research from a tiring chore into an engaging exploration of American democracy. Diving into Ballotpedia for political research felt like uncovering a treasure trove of information. I remember needing quick facts on state-level legislation and being amazed at how easily accessible and well-organized everything was.

It was refreshing to find a platform where I didn’t have to sift through biased blogs or fragmented sources. Have you ever wished political research could be straightforward and efficient? That’s exactly what Ballotpedia delivers, with detailed candidate profiles and election analysis presented clearly. In one case, tracking a local ballot measure’s history became surprisingly simple, which saved me hours and helped me form a more informed opinion. Ballotpedia Reports: A census of America’s School Boards Local school boards play a central role in how America’s public schools operate and what their students will learn. But who are these board members, and what do we really know about them?

Ballotpedia has answers in a new research report that identified 13,194 school districts across the U.S. with 82,423 school board members. This objective, comprehensive data will add essential context for researchers studying public schools, and for parents who want to better understand who serves on their local school board. Want to know more about school boards in your state – or nationally? Click the link below to explore what we found. https://lnkd.in/gThgbpTy

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But essential context on how many school boards there are, and who serves on them has been missing. Until now. Ballotpedia today announced the release of its comprehensive new research report on U.S. school boards, "Analysis of School District and Board Member Characteristics, 2022." "School board members comprise about 15% of all elected officials in the United States," said Ballotpedia Editor-in...

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Exclusive research from Ballotpedia on the nation's public school boards has found: When I first discovered Ballotpedia, I was curious about how a single platform could cover such a vast array of political information. It quickly became clear that its core purpose is to serve as a comprehensive, nonpartisan digital encyclopedia for American politics. This clarity gave me confidence that I was acce...

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