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Based in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions, MODL collaborates with units from across the University to establish groundbreaking programs including:

AI + Elections Bootcamp Partnership Information

Convenings

2026 Fall Election Convening

On September 22nd, MODL another major election right around the corner, ASU’s Mechanics of Democracy Lab gathered local election officials, academics, and civic leaders on September 22 for a day of timely reflection, technical analysis, and shared inquiry.

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AI + Elections Clinic Mini Bootcamp at the 2026 Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference

ASU’s Mechanics of Democracy Lab (MODL) and AI + Elections Clinic wrapped up an exciting opportunity at the 2026 Election Science, Reform, and Administration (ESRA) Conference at ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus.

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2026 Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference

At the beginning of June, ASU’s Mechanics of Democracy Lab (MODL) wrapped up an exciting week at the 2026 Election Science, Reform, and Administration (ESRA) Conference at ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus.