Posted at 3:21 PM on September 30, 2008
by Tom Scheck
A new study finds that deadly car crashes increase on election day. The study's authors say the findings, however, should not mean people should avoid the polls. They are calling for greater safety advocacy.
The feature examines statements made by Minnesota politicians and checks them for accuracy. Based on data analysis, document reviews and interviews with non-partisan analysts, statements are rated either true, false or inconclusive. PoliGraph is a collaboration between Minnesota Public Radio News and the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.
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