The 12 Best Apps for the 2012 Presidential Election

Get your political fix with these election-inspired apps.

Oct 06, 2012
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Election season is in full effect as President Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney recently kicked off their first of four presidential debates. Voters are—or should be—heavily monitoring both campaigns in hopes of either re-electing our nation’s Commander-in-Chief or giving the Republican Party back the White House. Suffice to say, now’s the time to stay up on what's going on in the world of politics. And there's no better way of doing so than through your smartphones with the help of some political-inspired mobile apps. So before you head out on Election Day and cast your vote, be sure to look over the the 12 Best Apps for the 2012 Presidential Election.

Obama For America

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The DNC and Obama’s campaign created this app to keep voters up to speed with the President's 2012 run including breaking news, campaign events, and stances on issues like health care, energy, the economy, etc. Help register friends to vote, make donations, and share news updates with your social media following.

Click here to buy now from the Apple Store, FREE

Click here to buy now from Google Play, FREE 

Romney-Ryan

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You thought we weren't going to show love to our Republican readers, didn't you? For shame. Want to keep up with everything Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan? This is the app to get. News, videos, campaign event info, and ways to donate are all here. We won't tell Big Bird if you don't. 

Click here to buy it now from the Apple App Store, FREE 

Click here to buy it now from Google Play, FREE 

WP Politics

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The Washington Post’s iPad-only app caters to “political junkies” who seek the latest gossip and news surrounding the 2012 election. Use the “Candidate Tool” to compare each Obama's and Romney's stances on the issues. You can also delve into the interactive TV ad map to monitor campaign and super PAC ads running across the country. A handy "Fact Checker" feature is built into the app, too.

Click here to buy it now from the Apple Store, FREE 

I’m Voting App

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Facebook teamed up with CNN to launch this social media app that acts as a platform where you can inform followers of your party endorsement and concerned political matters (economy, healthcare, etc.). All preferences are displayed on your Facebook Timeline and news feed, where users monitor and compare responses with others.

Click here to access it now from Facebook

Politifact

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Ever found yourself in a political debate with an opponent who twists the facts? Now you can call them out on their bullshit by pulling up the truth using this digital fact-checking app. Use several O-Meters (Truth, Flip, GOP Pledge, etc.) to receive the latest and most accurate updates on each candidate, as well as other politicians, political groups, and pundits.

Click here to buy it from the Apple Store, $2

Click here to buy it from the Google Play, $2 

VOTE!!!

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The creators of Infinity Blade add a whole new meaning to the term “bashing your opponent” by pitting both presidential candidates in the ring with this satirical fighting game. Play as President Obama or Mitt Romney and duke it out using a number of bizarre fighting weapons from an ice cream cone to The Constitution. There's also a voter registration feature powered by Rock the Vote.

Click here to buy it now from the Apple Store, FREE 

You Decide 2012 Map

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Regardless of your views on Fox News, the right-wing-leaning organization managed to create a dope program where different types of voters can take a shot at predicting this year's election outcome. Create an Electoral College map where parties and electoral votes can be assigned by state. Look over expert opinions, and compare and save predictions on "My Maps" to keep tabs on any changes headed into the final day of election.

Click here to buy it now from the Apple Store, FREE

PollTracker

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Political website Talking Points Memo launched PollTracker so you can stay up on the latest political poll data being shared throughout the U.S. Look over different sets of breakdowns such as demographic info (age, gender, etc.) and embrace the push notifications feature to receive up-to-date polling stats. Numbers don’t lie.

Click here to buy it now from the Apple Store, FREE

2012 Map: The Presidential Election App

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Stay up on state polls using this app’s “Live” map feature, which generates voting details such as electoral voters, percentages for each candidate, and more. Take it a step further by sharing your findings with family and friends via Facebook, Twitter, or email. In addition, check out the “Historical” maps feature to reference presidential election results from the past.

Click here to buy it from the Apple Store, $2 

Election - 2012

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The Hearst Television-powered app provides local and national coverage direct from the broadcasting company’s media stations. Reference voter guides, follow campaign trail maps, watch exclusive videos, and read the latest news surrounding the 2012 election.

Click here to buy it now from the Apple Store, FREE

Click here to buy it now from Google Play, FREE 

Election Protection

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For those who haven't yet registered to vote: shame on you. Luckily there is still time. Election Protection grants Android users the opportunity to register, as well as verify their voter registration process and polling location.

Click here to buy it from Google Play, FREE 

Politico

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You should know the name by now. One of the most prominent sites for political news and analysis brings most of its web presence to iOS and Android. The app gives you up-to-the minute coverage of the Presidential Election via its 2012 Live section. It also has an Electoral Map that shows you the outcomes out local elections all over the country. 

Click here to buy it now from the Apple App Store, FREE 

Click here to buy it now from Google Play, FREE

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