If you’re confused about the finger points or even the big picture of the upcoming midterm elections, TCU has a class that can help.
Dr. James Riddlesperger, a political science professor, will the discuss the potential impact of the midterm election on the next two years on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m.
Riddlesperger said the talk is meant to help people understand the election, its importance and ultimately help voters comprehend the process better. The class, which costs $47, is sponsored by the Center for Texas Studies and TCU Extended Education and is open to the public.
Midterm elections can be a tough topic for many to understand due to the capacity and lack of importance, as many would say, in year’s past. Early voting is at a record pace, as voters cast ballots in critical races such as the U.S. Senate contest between incumbent Republican Ted Cruz and Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke.
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“I’ve never voted in the midterm elections because I didn’t know what the point was and it was never made a big deal in year’s past,” said Ashlyn Therkelsen, a junior biology major. “With all of the media attention in this year’s election and the importance surrounding it, I will definitely be voting.”
Riddlesperger said that anyone who wants to discuss the election and the topics within it, especially Texas candidates and issues, might enjoy the evening.