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Your Vote Matters! We all need you!
Your Vote Matters! We all need you!
KCL on the Campaign Trail
KCL on the Campaign Trail
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Exercise Your Right
Exercise Your Right
"Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country, directly or through freely chosen representatives."
"Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country, directly or through freely chosen representatives."
How You Can Protect Voting Rights
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations in 1948, enshrines the principle of free and fair elections in Article 21, which states: "Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country, directly or through freely chosen representatives."
This global recognition reinforces that voting is essential to the dignity and agency of all people.
As we move forward, it is essential for all citizens to remain engaged in protecting voting rights. Here are some ways you can help:
Stay informed: Understand the voting laws in your state and stay up-to-date on any changes.
Get involved: Support organizations that work to protect voting rights and advocate for equitable access to the ballot box.
Vote: Exercise your right to vote in every election, whether local, state, or national. Your voice matters.
Help others vote: Assist friends, family members, and community members in registering to vote, finding their polling locations, and understanding their rights.
The right to vote is both a civil and human right, central to the principles of democracy, freedom, and equality. As citizens, we have a responsibility to protect and exercise this right, ensuring that every eligible person can participate fully in the democratic process. The history of voting rights is one of struggle and perseverance, and today, we honor those who fought for this right by continuing the fight for voting access and equality. By doing so, we uphold the belief that every voice deserves to be heard.
Let’s remember: when we vote, we are not just choosing our leaders; we are defending the values of justice, fairness, and human dignity that lie at the heart of civil and human rights.
Resources & Things to Consider
Resources & Things to Consider
- Register yourself
- Register others
- Stay registered
- VOTE!
- Support your neighboors and get involved with the "Know Your Reps" sheet above
- Know
WHERE to vote
Check your district polling location
Check for dropbox locations
You may be able to directly bring your mail-in ballot to you local county clerk or registrar's office
WHEN to vote
open and close times
when you need to be in line
WHAT you need to bring
Paperwork, Id
What you cannot bring/wear
Intimidation
Do not be Intimidated it is YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE!
IF you are worried about yourself or someone else look for other ways to submit your ballot without going to a polling location such as; voting by mail, voting early, delivering your ballot directly to your local government office (typically the county cleark or registrar)
Look Into Any Additional Information You May Need If You Are Voting;
Look Into Any Additional Information You May Need If You Are Voting;
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Correct paperwork and registration
You can contact your local election office or inquire at the post office for help registering an address
Contact a social worker who can help you with documents and registration
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Consider seeking language services from your local election office or ask a friend to help you, consider voting absentee
Absentee
Overseas
Dual citizenship
Military
Resources
How to Register to Vote
How to Register to Vote
Register to Vote BEFORE Election Day
Register to Vote BEFORE Election Day
Type: "YOUR STATE" VOTER REGISTRATION into your browser.
Ensure you choose your state's official government website.
Most states allow you to register to vote through the DMV or at your local County Clerk's office.
You may be able to get a 'Provisional Ballot' at your district polling location the day of the vote
How to Check your Voter Registration
How to Check your Voter Registration
Register to Vote BEFORE Election Day
Register to Vote BEFORE Election Day
You can use VOTE.ORG or follow the steps below
Type: "YOUR STATE" VOTER REGISTRATION into your browser.
Find "Check Voter Registration Status" or a similar option
Enter the required information
Review the information on file for accuracy and follow the provided steps if there are any inaccuracies
Note - Ensure you choose your state's official government website.
Never type personal identifying information into a site you are not sure of.
Most states allow you to register to vote through the DMV or at your local County Clerk's office.
You may be able to get a 'Provisional Ballot' at your district polling location the day of the vote
How to Learn your Ballot
How to Learn your Ballot
Yes - YOU actually need to know what is on your Ballot
Yes - YOU actually need to know what is on your Ballot
Stay informed through Ballotpedia, your local news outlets, and use a media bias fact checker to see the factuality rating of sources
You can go to your local state, city, and county websites for the most up to date information
Where to Vote
Where to Vote
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION
Due to the short notice changes of voting locations it is import to pay close attention to your local information. As we saw in Dallas, last minute changes can highly disrupt voters heading to the ballot box.
Due to the short notice changes of voting locations it is import to pay close attention to your local information. As we saw in Dallas, last minute changes can highly disrupt voters heading to the ballot box.
Vote early if you can
Sign up for local alerts
Contact your state/county/city voting office (usually called registrar or county clerk but may be named differently in your local area)
How to Vote Early
How to Vote Early
Vote and Vote Early!
Vote and Vote Early!
Early voting by mail or in person
Early voting by mail or in person
helps you avoid lines at the ballot box
ensures your vote is received by the proper authorities
supports democracy
Contact
Contact
Your state/county/city voting office
(usually called registrar or county clerk but may be named differently in your local area)
Getting others Involved
Getting others Involved
Helping others to the ballot box is a win for us all!
Helping others to the ballot box is a win for us all!
You can support getting out the vote in your community by;
Providing transportation
Registering others to vote
Becoming a poll worker
Asking your community what barriers to access they have and supporting their needs
International Voters
International Voters
Not in the USA? You can still Vote!
Not in the USA? You can still Vote!
If you are an absentee voter, in the military, a student studying abroad, or have moved to another country and retained your United States Citizenship - YOU CAN VOTE!
Contact your local consulate or embassy for instructions on casting your ballot
Options may include, mail, in person at the consulate/embassy, and vote by fax
All Roads Lead To The South!
All Roads Lead To The South!
Check out these articles to learn more voting efforts this year
Check out these articles to learn more voting efforts this year
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