Name: Does racism affect how you vote?
Uploaded: 2009-04-22T01:00:00Z
Duration: 8 min 56 s
Description: Nate Silver has data that answers big questions about race in politics. For instance, in the 2008 presidential race, did Obama's skin color actually keep him from getting votes in some parts of the country? Stats and myths collide in this fascinating talk that ends with a remarkable insight.

Nate Silver has data that answers big questions about race in politics. For instance, in the 2008 presidential race, did Obama's skin color actually keep him from getting votes in some parts of the country? Stats and myths collide in this fascinating talk that ends with a remarkable insight.

Nate Silver: Does racism affect how you vote?

Does racism affect how you vote?

Nate Silver's analysis reveals a significant impact of race on voting patterns, with education and neighborhood type as key predictors.

Data shows people without neighbors of another race are twice as likely to oppose interracial marriage, underscoring the power of exposure.

Silver proposes urban design and intercollegiate exchange programs as solutions to mitigate racism by fostering diverse interactions.