Protecting our democracy was picked as one of the top priorities for 2021 by Political Charge readers in our annual survey. One of the ways we can tackle that is by being engaged around elections year-round.
Turnout drops by A LOT in what is called “off-cycle” elections, unless there is a monumental effort like in the Georgia runoff elections. And historically, Democratic turnout falls quite a bit more than Republican turnout. At a time when Republicans everywhere are embracing the most radical beliefs and voter suppression tactics, I believe we can’t afford to not fight hard for every position in government.
When I publish these monthly calendars, I encourage you to take at least one action to help build awareness of these elections. I have a few suggestions as to how to do this below. Thank you for taking action!
Elections This Month
Click on highlighted text to learn the specifics about that election. You can also go directly to your state’s election website (lookup HERE) to learn more.
October 5 (Tu)
Rhode Island State Senate District 3
Plus local elections in Alaska, Alabama & North Carolina (see HERE for the list)
October 12 (Tu)
Local elections in Colorado & Nebraska (see HERE for specifics)
October 19 (Tu)
Alabama State House District 63
New Hampshire State House Rockingham 6
October 26 (Tu)
New Hampshire State House Cheshire 9
Local recall election in Alaska (see HERE for specifics)
Next Up: The November elections
Tuesday, November 2
Ohio’s 11th Congressional District to replace former Rep. Marcia Fudge (D)
Ohio’s 15th Congressional District to replace former Rep. Steve Stivers (R)
Statewide New Jersey elections
How you can help
If you live in one of these states, check to see if this is your district and vote!
If you know anyone who lives in one of these states, let them know they might have an election to vote in. You can share this post or the election link above.
Share this post on your social media and encourage your followers to vote in ALL of the elections they are eligible to vote in.
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