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Are you in Gallatin County, Montana? Spread the word to your friends that they still need poll workers! Let's close the gap today.
Did you apply to be a poll worker but haven't heard back? Check your phone and your spam folder! Sometimes election officials contact you by phone, and you may not recognize the number. Don't be afraid to call and follow up and check your status.
Today is #ElectionHeroDay, a day to thank the election administrators and poll workers who help make democracy happen! If you know someone who's working our elections this year, tell them how much you appreciate it. And don't forget, some counties are still recruiting!
We had a call to share tips with hundreds of poll workers this week, including some from Shannon, a veteran poll worker, Here's just one highlight from her conversation with first-time poll worker Lydia!
Let's admit it, handing out those awesome "I Voted" stickers is one of the best perks of being a poll worker. If you want to join in on the fun, the first step is signing up the be a poll worker at powerthepolls.org. There's still time!
Hear from two passionate poll workers, Deb and Zach, to learn about what it's like to be a poll worker! There's still time to sign up in many places, so visit powerthepolls.org to learn more and get the process started.
As a poll worker, you might encounter some scenarios with voting that requires some understanding of protocols. Here are just a few common scenarios that you should be prepared for. And don't forget to ask about these during your official training.
"When you work elections you see firsthand what it takes to run a democratic process with integrity."
That's Heather, a "proud third-generation poll worker" in Texas who is passionate about the democratic process. [1/3]
Heather says she wants the next generation " to learn the value of this civic duty early on and I hope that one day they will be running elections in counties all over the U.S." [2/3]
Whether you're the next generation of poll workers or not, getting involved is simple. Visit powerthepolls.org today to sign up.
Hear from another poll worker today, this time Deb from New Hampshire! She started in a local election last year and now she says she's hooked. There's still time to sign up and help your neighbors vote! Get involved at powerthepolls.org
If you've been assigned to be a poll worker this year, it's still important that you make your plan to vote!
Mark the key dates: Make sure to put the deadlines for early voting, absentee requests and ballot returns in your calendar with reminders [1/3]
Vote early or by mail: Shifts are long on Election Day, so cast your ballot during early voting or request an absentee ballot ahead of the deadline [2/3]
Hey, poll workers! There are plenty of questions you'll want to ask at your poll worker training. Let's highlight some of them! We have a full resource with plenty of questions to keep in mind, which you can check out at powerthepolls.org/resources
Today we're hearing from a poll worker named Zach, who found camaraderie with his fellow poll workers and had a wonderful experience on Election Day helping his community. You can help yours, too! Sign up to be a poll worker today at powerthepolls.org
Are you a poll worker this year? We want to hear your story! It may help encourage others to apply. DM us and we'll be in touch.
We're throwing it back to this incredible video from our friend Blair Imani, who wants to tell you all about what it means to be a poll worker! Sign up today and help us power the polls this election season.
Seeing a first-time voter come to their polling place and cast their ballot is an amazing experience. Just take it from poll worker Stuart in Massachusetts. There's still time to help your neighbors, whether it's their first time voting or not! Sign up at powerthepolls.org.
Poll workers aren't only needed on Election Day, they also help out during the early voting period. Early voting is starting soon in most places and that means election officials need to know how many poll workers they have.
So if you're thinking about becoming a poll worker, now's the time to head to powerthepolls.org and get signed up. Let's make sure everyone can cast their ballot, even if they're not able to go on November 3rd!