PRINCIPLE
Mississippi landscape
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Mississippi

"Virtute et Armis"

The Magnolia State's 4 representatives reflect its stark divisions—from the Delta's poverty to Jackson's struggles to the Gulf Coast's casinos. Mississippi often ranks last in good things and first in bad things, but its people's resilience shapes a unique political culture.

South
Jackson
Capital
2.9M
Population
20th State
Statehood
6
Electoral Votes

Voting & Civic Participation

Voter turnout trends, registration information, and voting access features

Voter Turnout

Overall Turnout 202457.5%

7.8% below national average

Youth Turnout (18-29)35.0%

14.0% below national average

Turnout Gap (Overall - Youth)22.5%

Poor - Very large gap

Voting Access Features

Early Voting
Mail-in Voting
Same-day Registration
Automatic Registration
Voter ID Required
Strict Photo ID Required

Civics Education Requirements

State-mandated civics courses, testing requirements, and education standards

C

Civics Education Standards

Strength Score: 100/100

Category: Strong (1.0-2.0)

Civics Test

Not required

Course Requirements

Government/Civics

Credits Required
0.5 credits
Duration
2 semesters
Grade Levels
high school

Sources