I’ve been following some great discussions about what can be done about the things that are happening…
- #VOTE. In EVERY election. Primary, general, special, water district, school board, bond questions… whatever elections happen where you are. #PARTICIPATE. Need to register?
Vote.gov is a one-stop place to get the info you need to register to vote in your state!
And if you’re already registered, find out how you can help other people get registered! - #SERVE as a pollworker… different places have different names for this role, but it is a CRITICAL function in making democracy happen. Thousands of your fellow citizens give their time to help make sure everyone eligible gets to cast their ballot in a free, fair and transparent. If you’re skeptical about how the integrity of elections is maintained, serving as an election worker, pollworker, election judge, etc. is a great way to get an inside view of the processes.
The people who do this critical work are your neighbors and co-workers and civic-minded citizens.
Want to serve? https://www.eac.gov/help-america-vote - #LEARN. Many functions in elections are open, public processes, and election officials would LOVE for you to come and observe. Want to learn? https://www.eac.gov/voters
The links above are US government websites, but you can also learn more at these sites:
Your local or state election office. Search “election office” and your state, county, or municipality.
There are SO many elections happening this year. Get involved. Participate. VOTE. And help others do it too!
Democracy takes work and care and all of us.