Week 33: Get Involved in the Election Process

August 13, 2018

This is a blog about volunteering, not politics. However, midterm elections are right around the corner and, sadly, only 42% of registered Americans came out to vote in the last midterms. That is the lowest voter turnout since 1978.

In my opinion, that needs to change. People need to realize that their votes really do matter. One term in the House is two years, so all 435 seats are up for grabs. A Senate term is six years, so about a third of the Senate is up for re-election this year. With issues like healthcare, immigration, and the economy, there is plenty to get excited about.

This week, I signed up to work on a campaign: knocking on doors and making phone calls. I want to be a part of the process. Again, this is a blog about volunteering – not about politics – so find an issue or a candidate that speaks to your beliefs and sign on to help. Volunteer to help with a voter registration drive or at the polls. It’s too important to just let another election pass you by.

This is a nonpartisan post – the only thing that I really care about is that you actually vote. I want you to get registered, get informed, and cast your ballot. Because, as I mentioned, your vote matters.

September 25 is National Voter Registration Day. To get registered to vote, you can start here.

Election Day is November 6. Whatever you do, don’t stay home!