The Voter's Self Defense Manual 2024 Can Be Yours!

The Voter's Self-Defense Manual (VSDM) is a collection of information on every individual serving in Congress as well as Presidential candidates. The manual includes contact information, issue positions, and - for Congressional leaders - a chart of how they voted on key legislation since the last Midterm election.

This manual is a helpful resource that continues to help voters across America brush up on basic information about candidates before heading off to the polls!

Copies of the 2022 Voter's Self-Defense Manual

Are You Willing to Help Spread Democracy?

While our online resources are at www.votesmart.org are comprehensive, printing the 2024 Voter's Self-Defense Manual reflects our commitment to being a trusted resource for voters across the United States as Election Day draws nearer.

This year, we're only sending copies of the 2024 VSDM to those who opt in to receive it. For individuals who haven't donated this year, we request a $10 contribution to support the associated printing costs per copy.

For those wanting to forego mail, $5 will cover early access to an electronic PDF of the manual that will go towards offsetting personnel costs.