With 50 days left until Election Day, two states have already started to do early voting, and many more are about to do the same. It’s time for us all to talk, nonstop, about voting.
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So, Why Are You Voting in the 2020 Election?
Earlier this summer, I asked you all if you had any suggestions for posts I could write to help you tackle this election. One of those ideas was a list of how to convince someone to vote. I’ll be publishing… Read More ›
Do This 1 Thing If You Want More People to Vote in 2020
How much would you like to see voter turnout skyrocket for the general election this November? If you’re anything like me, you want to see a landslide in the presidential election and massive turnout for state and local elections. We… Read More ›
Georgia Voters Get Help From an Unusual Source
Georgia’s primary election earlier this month was nothing short of an “unmitigated disaster,” as Stacey Abrams put it. Particularly in Atlanta, with a population that is 51% African-American, there were unacceptably long lines, voting machine errors, and a multitude of… Read More ›
3 Helpful Analogies to Use With Irregular Voters
Do you know anyone who doesn’t vote regularly in elections? You likely know folks who don’t vote in every election (not just in presidential years, but midterms and special elections, too) or are considering not voting because the candidates in… Read More ›
Are You Raising a Voter?
If you’re raising a kid, are you raising them to be a voter or a non-voter? Rogan’s List posted an article not long ago about whether or not one should bring the kids along to vote on Election Day, and… Read More ›
The 116th Congress Begins!
The moment we’ve all been waiting for! Today, the 115th Congress hands over the reins to the 116th Congress. The accountability that we’ve desperately needed these past two years has arrived, at least in the House. The new members will… Read More ›
How to Cast a Provisional Ballot
Sometimes, despite our best efforts, something goes wrong on Election Day. It is important to understand that you have rights and options. What kinds of problems do I mean? ✦ You show up to your polling place but your name… Read More ›
The #LastWeekend is Here!
The midterm election is upon us. In a few short days, we’ll know the answer to so many questions. But right now, we still have time before Election Day and that means that each of us still has an opportunity… Read More ›
Are You Entitled to Paid Time Off to Vote? Possibly!
Although Election Day isn’t a federal holiday, many states and companies are making sure people have paid time off so they can vote. It’s a step in the right direction! Vox did a terrific article that lays out which states… Read More ›
How to Report a Problem with Voting
It’s important to be prepared in case you run into trouble while voting. You never know when you’ll encounter an issue. What kinds of problems might you run into? ✦ A problem with your voting machine ✦ If you want… Read More ›
Is there a Kavanaugh on your state supreme court already?
This November, you undoubtedly have judges on your ballot. Here’s the thing: they’re not going to appear with an (R) or (D) next to their name. How will you know how to vote? Judges like Brett Kavanaugh don’t appear out… Read More ›
Early voting for the midterms has arrived!
How badly have you wanted to get back into the voting booth? Every day since November 2016 perhaps? Well, the time has finally arrived! Each state has its own rules regarding when early voting starts, and the lucky citizens of… Read More ›
Will your kid become a voter? What you can do about that today.
If you’re raising a kid, are you raising them to be a voter or a non-voter? Rogan’s List recently posted an article about whether or not one should bring the kids along to vote on Election Day, and it got… Read More ›
Increasing Election Turnout: One Ridiculously Practical Strategy
Here’s one way that you–yes, you–can help improve election turnout numbers, and it’s one you probably haven’t considered before. Keep in mind that only 36.4% of eligible voters voted in the 2014 midterm election, which was the lowest for over… Read More ›
Alabama 6/5 Primary: Voter Resources
Alabama has its statewide primary election on Tuesday, June 5. Bookmark/share these voter resources and know the quick facts going into election day. There are also a few key races noted, with the names of the Democratic candidates and links… Read More ›
Why Don’t People Turn Out for Elections?
Why do so many Americans not vote? According to the Pew Research Center, only 55.7% of the total voting-age population voted in 2016, putting the U.S. a dismal 28th out of 35 developed nations. So what gives? Why are so… Read More ›
Nebraska 5/15 Primary: At a Glance
Nebraska has its statewide primary election on Tuesday, May 15. Here are some election facts and a few key races, with the names of the Democratic candidates and links to their campaign websites. Nebraska has a closed primary for congressional races… Read More ›
Pennsylvania 5/15 Primary: At a Glance
Pennsylvania has its statewide primary election on Tuesday, May 15. Here are some election facts and a few key races, with the names of the Democratic candidates and links to their campaign websites. Pennsylvania has a closed primary. Check here for… Read More ›
Ohio 5/8 Primary: At a Glance
Ohio has its statewide primary election on Tuesday, May 8. Here are some election facts and a few key races, with the names of the Democratic candidates and links to their campaign websites. Ohio has an open primary. Voters will declare… Read More ›