John,

As you may already know, Equality Virginia recently partnered with GLAAD to spread the word and encourage people to cast their ballot in this year's general election! We are so happy that Debra Messing joined us and placed calls to potential voters throughout the Commonwealth to remind them about the importance of this election. Equality is on the ballot this November, and it's imperative that you don't sit this one out!

Over the past few years, we've made many advances in Virginia - from passing nondiscrimination protections to banning conversion therapy, from legally recognizing diverse family structures to modernizing HIV laws. All of this was possible because you used your voice, advocated, and told your story. You made sure that lawmakers and the Governor heard from you and understood the issues that you care about most. As we enter into 2022, we want to ensure that these advances remain in place. 

We are only days away from Election Day, and over 800,000 Virginians have already cast their ballot. This is the final stretch and we want to make sure that you have a safe and secure plan to vote so that you can join the many Virginians who have already made their voices heard. 

If you have not yet voted, there’s still time. You can vote early in-person at your local registrar's office until this Saturday, October 30th. Or, you can always choose to vote on Election Day on Tuesday, November 2nd. Keep reading for more details below!

Vote In-Person

If you are opting to vote in-person either early or on Election Day, we’ve compiled some helpful tips to assist you as you prepare. Here are some important questions to consider: 

  • Will you be voting early on or before October 30th or on Election Day, November 2nd? 
  • What time of day will you vote? In the morning, at lunch, or after work?
  • How are you getting to the polling place and how long will the commute take?

Find Your Polling Place

Once you've considered these important questions, you'll need to know where to go to vote. Currently, there are dozens of official polling places open throughout the state to accommodate early voters. By looking up your local registrar’s office or a satellite voting location in your county or city ahead of time, you can save yourself some last minute searching and make the voting process go smoother. Most polling locations are open Friday, October 29th and Saturday, October 30th, and many more will be open on Election Day from 6AM - 7PM.

Tip #1: Be sure to write down the address and official hours for the polling place in your area, because each location is different. 

Research What and Who is on the Ballot 

An important part of preparing to vote is building in time to look up a sample ballot and research the candidates. Even if you know who you’re voting for at the top of the ticket, looking up a sample ballot helps prepare you for the other races that directly impact so much of our daily lives. This year, in addition to the races for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General, there are VA House seats and a range of local and municipal seats on the ballot. There may also be ballot measures depending on your locality. Be sure to research the candidates and the issues ahead of time in order to make informed decisions.

Tip #2: Use this really handy tool to look up a sample ballot for your district.

What to Bring

Voting in-person - whether early or on Election Day - will look pretty similar. You’ll want to bring an acceptable form of ID, which does not have to be a photo ID and can range from a current utility bill, bank statement, or can even be a valid student ID. If you don’t have an acceptable form of ID, you can still vote by signing an ID confirmation statement at the polling place or by requesting a provisional ballot - you should not be turned away.

Tip #3: We encourage you to keep the Election Protection Number (866-687-8683) handy in case you encounter any issues at your polling location.

The outcome of this election will be crucial for the future of LGBTQ equality in our Commonwealth. Whatever way you decide to vote, choose the process that best fits your situation and make your voice heard.

See you at the polls!


- All of us at Equality Virginia 

 

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