Election Night Lingo Bingo Card
Make the long hours of election night coverage a shared, nonpartisan game.
What election night bingo is about
Election nights are long, repetitive and full of the same broadcast phrases. Election night bingo gives watch parties something to do between calls while staying focused on the language of coverage rather than the outcome.
What to listen for
Listen for "too early to call," talk of key counties, maps zoomed in again, "a long night ahead," and anchors stretching while waiting for data. Results themselves are not squares; the patter is.
Tips for watching and playing
Set a long timer for a slow night and expect closest board finishes.
Keep it nonpartisan so everyone at the party can enjoy it, and get actual results from official sources and news outlets.
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