How do we expose political rhetoric? What happens when the election campaign moves to TikTok and YouTube? How much do advance votes really matter? UiB's election experts provide answers.
The expert group at UiB
Researchers Ruben Mathisen, Yngve Flo, Jana Birke Belschner, Jens E. Kjeldsen, Erik Knudsen and Åsta Dyrnes Nordø contribute to a more informed election debate.
The weakened role of the election campaign
-More advance voting means that the election campaign has less influence than before,” says Åsta Dyrnes Nordø. She emphasizes the responsibility of researchers to provide deeper insight than daily news coverage.
Rhetorical tricks and honest answers
Jens Kjeldsen encourages us to be more critical of how politicians communicate – and to acknowledge good arguments, even from those we disagree with.
Facts rather than claims
Ruben Mathisen warns against unsubstantiated political claims. He points out that unequal access to power and influence is a democratic problem that should receive more attention.
Citizens' Panel: What do most people think?
UiB's Citizen Panel with 10,000 participants provides insight into people's attitudes. In June 2025, 66% were satisfied with the Støre government – the same level as Solberg in 2017.