Small Ways Everyone Can Get Involved in the Upcoming Election
Getting involved in the upcoming 2024 presidential election doesn’t require a full-time commitment.
We admire the activists who spend hours advocating for change, but many of us don’t have the time to commit to that level of involvement. We have jobs, kids, busy schedules, demanding lives, etc. But we still care.
No matter how busy you are, you can still get involved. These are small, accessible ways everyone can make a difference. We also included distinct ways for minors and seniors to engage, because when we say everyone can get involved, we mean everyone.
Donate Intelligently
Contributing financially to pivotal races can be impactful, especially if you don’t have much time to volunteer. Whether you donate $1 or $1,000, it can make a difference. And it virtually takes up none of your time!
Make sure you research exactly where your money is going before donating. Know that you can donate to individual causes rather than candidates if that’s more conducive to your views.
Spread Awareness
Just by talking about the election with people, you can boost general engagement. Ultimately, the more people who vote, the more likely we are to elect a president who truly represents the people.
Therefore, you don’t need to aggressively endorse your favorite candidate just to positively influence people to participate. You can also distribute nonpartisan voting guides to inform others about the candidates and issues.
Register and Educate Voters
Help others register to vote or find their polling places. This can be as simple as sending them the proper link for registration or helping them find an envelope to mail in their paperwork.
You don’t need to help 500 Americans register to make a difference. Even just checking that your friends and family are registered, and helping them if they aren’t, is beneficial.
Host Informal Gatherings
Organize small, informal gatherings to discuss current politics and educate friends and family about the election. These gatherings also don’t need to be obviously political. But getting people together to have open conversations can be very positive.
You can invite people over for a dinner party and make a point to talk about how crucial it is to vote or share poignant information about your candidate. The point is to get people together to talk about the importance of the election.
Use Online Platforms
Use your social media power. Engage in online discussions or forums to promote informed voting. This can be done during breaks or commutes, making it time-efficient. Use social media to share information about candidates and voting.
Creating memes or public service announcements can help engage others and spread awareness about the importance of voting. It can also be fun!
For Teens: Civic Education
For teenagers who can’t vote yet but want to make a difference, engage in civics education to understand the electoral process better.
Participate in mock elections or write letters to representatives about issues that matter to you. The more you understand politics, the more you can educate others and join the conversation.
For Teens: Pre-registration
In some states, teenagers as young as 16 can pre-register to vote, ensuring they are ready when they reach voting age.
Although teens won’t be able to vote in this upcoming election, registering can show the next generation’s dedication to influencing change in the US, and that speaks volumes about the future of America. It can even influence politicians’ approaches to issues and how older generations decide to vote.
For Seniors: Volunteer as Poll Workers
Many states need poll workers, and seniors can offer their time to ensure elections run smoothly. This role is crucial for maintaining fair elections, and retirees are often ideal poll workers because they can be at the polls all day long.
Someone being there to help people vote is integral to our democratic system, so this is a more important way to be involved than many people realize.
For Seniors: Advocacy and Mentorship
Older adults can also share their experiences and mentor younger generations interested in political involvement. Organizations like SAGE, an LGBTQ+ advocacy center for seniors, offer opportunities for older adults to advocate for issues they care about.
Right now, there is a huge generational divide in America. Politics feels very “young vs. old” at the moment, but it shouldn’t be that way. When generations communicate and collaborate, we can approach issues with the fresh eyes of youth and the wisdom of age.
We Need YOU to Get Involved
Americans were statistically disengaged from political elections for over 100 years. The 2018, 2020, and 2022 elections had the highest turnout of any US election since the 1900 election.
Even in those elections, only 66% of eligible voters cast a ballot. That means 34% of the voting population isn’t voting, and your small actions could encourage those people to hit the polls!
You can contribute meaningfully to the election season without becoming a full-time activist. These small actions can collectively have a significant impact on the election process. Do one or do all of them, either way, you’re getting involved, and that’s awesome.
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