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  • This partnership allows us to engage with voters by explaining their options to vote, encouraging voting by mail the most.
  • They’re a non-partisan organization, we’re looking to educate voters from all �political ideologies.
  • Vote by mail is at the forefront of these programs due to the fact that COVID-19 will affect many registered voters to visit the polls, It’s crucial that we present this option and provide accurate information.

Vote.org: How To Guide

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  • To use technology to simplify political engagement, increase voter turnout, and strengthen American democracy.

What is Vote.org’s Mission?

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What Are Vote.org Programs?

  • Vote.org was originally founded as Long Distance Voter (LDV), which served as �a comprehensive online resource for absentee ballot information.
  • With the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic in America, Vote.org recently added a page to its website, offering regularly updated, state-by-state information for voters whose primaries have been postponed or otherwise delayed.
  • As the pandemic creates new barriers to safe and fair elections, Vote.org is working to keep voters engaged in the democratic process and prevent misinformation from dissuading them from participating in the 2020 election.

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  • Voting by mail is unsafe/leads to voter fraud: VBM has been around since the 1980’s. �Although there have been rare cases of fraud, it’s generally a secure method.
  • Requesting Ballots: States vary in requesting ballots, states like Oregon and Washington automatically mail you a ballot while Alabama and Arkansas require you to request with a copy �of a voter ID. Please check in with your states voter registration policies.
  • USPS: Although there might be potential delays, there are a couple of ways that you may submit �your ballot:
    • You can drop it off at a local elections office
    • Your local polling place
    • Or a ballot drop box in your area

Common Concerns of VBM

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Common Occurrences

  • Opposed to vote by mail: When someone is really opposed to vote by mail, you then mark them as Opposed. But if they give any indication that they want to vote in person, you can send them the recommended reply for doing so!
  • Political supporters: If someone gives a partisan reply for campaign, that doesn’t mean they are opposed.! If someone says they are voting for Trump or Biden (or any candidate), you can just send the recommended reply for in-person voting. This is a nonpartisan campaign.

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  • Not sure if you’re registered to vote? Vote.org will help you check and register if you can.
  • Vote by Mail. Can’t or don’t want to vote in person on Election Day? Request an absentee ballot.
  • Miss an election? Vote.org will remind you when and what you need to vote.
  • Too young to vote? Pledge to register and Vote.org will text you a reminder on your 18th birthday.
  • Need to find your polling place? View the list of state polling place websites on Vote.org
  • The 2020 Census. Your vote counts, and so do you.
  • Find EVERYTHING you need to vote in your state election centers: including election deadlines, dates, and rules.

Other Resources

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