Scientists estimate that for every 100,000 people targeted with specific political ads, several thousand can be persuaded.

Most studies suggests that fake news is more likely to enhance existing beliefs and views rather than radically change voting intentions of those who are undecided.

Professor Adam Berinsky’s new book examines the political misinformation that threatens the US system of government.

In politics, tailored ads make sense, but with real limits to the tailoring.

There are many uses for digital systems that are not centrally controlled and that allow large numbers of people to participate securely, even if they don’t all know and trust each other.

Study: False assumptions about election malfeasance could create a “death spiral” for democracy — but also provide some hope for bipartisan repair.

Compared with past midterms, voter turnout among young people jumped in 2022 – but it was still below 30%.

MIT PhD candidate Jacob Jaffe uses data science to identify and solve problems in election administration.

Homeowners really are more likely to vote in local elections, research finds. The finding raises questions about equity and a healthy democracy.

Mathematical model suggests information processing lies at the heart of decision making.