Hi John,
Over the past couple of weeks, the attack on the United States Postal Service (USPS) has caused purposeful distraction and confusion. That is a key tactic of voter suppression. With less than 80 days until Election Day, we must stay focused.
Here is what you can do right now: MAKE YOUR PLAN TO VOTE EARLY. Whether you will vote by mail or early in person, making a plan to vote well before Election Day is one of the best things you can do to fight voter suppression, stay safe, and avoid issues at polling places on Election Day.
We are here to help you, your friends, and your family make a plan to cast your ballot this fall.
✔️ VOTE BY MAIL
Request your ballot
Check your voter registration status and request your ballot now through our Voter Resources Hub. This way you’ll have enough time to fill it out and return it early.
Voters in some states can request their ballots right now, including Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
There are currently 9 states plus D.C. who will automatically send ballots to active registered voters for the November elections (California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Vermont, and Washington).
Return your ballot
Many states allow you to return your ballot to your local election office, polling location, or to a secure, designated ballot drop box. You can also drop it in the mail -- just do it early! Check with your local election office for more information on where to drop off your ballot.
✔️ VOTE EARLY IN PERSON
41 states have some form of in-person early voting and may start as early as 46 days before Election Day (that’s as soon as September 18th).
Many states also have weekend early voting options. Early voting allows you to vote in person without waiting in crowded or long lines. Check your local election office for more information about early voting in your area.
✔️ VOTE IN PERSON ON ELECTION DAY
Many people may still prefer to vote at the polls on November 3rd. While we hope you will consider early voting options, if you decide to vote in person on Election Day, we urge you to plan to allow as much time as possible at the polls, double check your polling place location, and don’t forget to bring a mask and hand sanitizer.
Let us not forget, the United States Postal Service (USPS) provides critical services for every American family and business. They have played a critically important role in making sure millions of Americans’ voices are heard in elections for over 100 years.
Here’s the bottom line: Your vote matters so make your plan to VOTE EARLY to ensure that your voice is heard. Share this email with your Voting Squad, friends, and family to help them make their voting plan.
Learn about the options for voting in your state, and make a plan to vote now: weall.vote/hub
This can’t wait,
Stephanie
Stephanie L. Young
Chief Officer for Culture and Communications
When We All Vote
P.S. Looking for a way to help ensure all voters in your community have access to a safe, secure, and efficient way to vote? We’re facing a record shortage of poll workers across the country, which could lead to closed polling places and long lines on Election Day. Help protect democracy in your community -- sign up to be a poll worker >>
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