Today is National Voter Registration Day!
Blog Post by Ava Kornblum
September 2022
Today is the day we can change our future by registering to vote for the people and issues that matter. Every year, millions of Americans find themselves unable to vote because they miss a registration deadline, don’t update their registration, or aren’t sure how to register. National Voter Registration Day helps tens of thousands of citizens exercise their right to vote.
All it takes is one vote to make an everlasting impact → Click here to update or confirm your registration card by the deadline, October 24th! For those who aren’t 18 yet, don’t worry! Below are four things you can do to help make a change!
1. Contact Your Local Representative
Contacting your local representative is a good way to ensure your voice is being heard. All it takes is one letter, call, tweet, or post to enact the change you want to see.
Click here to find your representative!
2. Donate Your Time to a Cause You Believe In
Identify a cause that’s important to you and join their mission to make a difference. It could be organizing a fundraiser at school, showing up to a march, participating in a social media campaign, or attending a meeting.
Click here to find an organization that matters to you!
3. Host a Voter Registration Drive to Register Your Peers
Although you might not be able to vote, some of your classmates can- encourage them to participate in politics by helping them register. You can choose to do it alone, or join a group!
Click here to learn how you can get involved!
4. Stay Informed
Staying informed is a great way to get involved. Researching what’s happening in your community, knowing the political candidates, and understanding the bills will all help you to engage in meaningful discussion. Plus, getting started now will help prepare you for when it’s your turn to head to the polls!
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Click here to learn more about the politics near you!