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Ahead of another big election year in the US, it's time to discuss a major voting issue…potholes. Seriously, fixing potholes can win an election. In 2015, University of North Carolina-Wilmington professors found that every pothole complaint lodged within six months of Election Day reduced an incumbent’s vote total by an average of 0.2 percentage points. Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/3Vly5xm Addressing potholes goes beyond just winning elections; it demonstrates effective governance. The condition of roads, including the presence of potholes, is often seen as an indicator of a city or state's overall management. When voters observe elected officials struggling with seemingly simple tasks like filling potholes, they begin to doubt their ability to handle more complex issues. If you want constituents to see your effectiveness in office, reach out to us today ➡ https://lnkd.in/eD5GykGU #roadmanagement #potholes #publicworks #mayors #infrastructure #cities #towns #municipalities

Politicians, Take Note: More Potholes Mean Fewer Votes

Politicians, Take Note: More Potholes Mean Fewer Votes

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