Voting is one the most important forms of civic engagement available to us; it’s always one of the easiest ways to make a difference in your local community although many Americans don’t see it that way.
According to the U.S. Census, the number one reason people give in surveys as to why they don’t vote is that they don’t have time. Don’t let that happen to you. Get prepared for Election Day BEFORE November 2nd by reviewing the resources below and make time to find and visit your polling place.
Voter Guides and Information
- League of Women Voters Alexandria Fall 2010 Voter’s Guide
- City of Alexandria Sample Ballot
- Sample ballot of candidates and constitutional questions
- City of Alexandria Office of Voter Registration & Elections
Find Your Polling Place
In 2008, an estimated 1.9 million citizens did not vote simply because they didn’t know where to go! Here are two ways you can find your polling place. You can even sign up to get a text reminder sent to your cell phone on election day.
Find Your Polling Place via Text Message and get a reminder
Find Your Polling Place Online
If you have questions on Election Day, help is available by calling one of these toll-free voter hotlines: 866-OUR-VOTE (687-8683) or 888-VE-Y-VOTA (839-8682).
And don’t forget to vote on November 2nd.
