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A series of experiments by donald green and alan gerber showed that face-to-face interaction may increase voter turnout by

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It can increase turnout by 10 percent. Talking to voters and actually making it known that candidates are interested in the results of elections does seem to have a tangible effect on the turnout. Giving people a reason to actually want to vote is a major part of increased participation.
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