John,

America is in the midst of a nationwide poll worker shortage.

Most people who have signed up to work the polls in past elections have been over the age of 60. And because they’re in a high-risk category, many folks over 60 are choosing to stay home this year.

Already in multiple primaries across the country, Republicans have used poll worker shortages as an excuse to close polling locations. That’s caused long lines and potential disenfranchisement for thousands of voters.

Power the Polls is recruiting lower-risk people to work the polls this fall and help make sure everyone has the opportunity to cast their ballot in this election. Sign up here if you can, but if you can’t, please forward this email to someone who can >>

Poll workers are absolutely critical to keeping polling locations open on Election Day, ensuring the election technology functions properly, and helping voters navigate any issues they have while voting.

We know Republicans at all levels of government will do everything in their power to prevent people from voting this year. That’s why we must do everything we can to make sure voting remains accessible for everyone.

Poll workers are on the front lines of this fight to help make sure everyone is able to cast their ballot.

So if you can, sign up to be a poll worker here and Power the Polls will get in touch to get you started. If you can’t work the polls, please forward this email to someone who can.

Thank you for all you are doing this year to protect our democracy and fight for our progressive values.

— Charles

Charles Chamberlain, Chair
Democracy for America