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Article 2, Section 13: Voting by Ballot (Indiana Constitution Article 2, Section 13: "All elections by the People shall be by ballot.") All elections in Indiana must be done by ballot. This ensures that each person’s vote is confidential, and they can vote without pressure or intimidation. Why is this important? Ballot voting protects voter privacy and ensures that citizens can vote freely without fear of retribution. Example: When voting in person, Indiana citizens fill out a ballot in a private voting booth. No one can see who they voted for, which protects their right to vote freely. Here is a link to the current Indiana Constitution: https://lnkd.in/g-kKatFi

MARYLAND PRIMARY Time is ticking! Here are some important deadlines for the upcoming election: - Deadline to request a mail-in ballot by mail or fax:[Tuesday May 7, 2024] -Deadline to request a mail-in ballot delivered online:[Tuesday May 10, 2024] - Early voting period: [Thursday May 2, 2024] to [Thursday May 9, 2024] -Return mail in ballot: [Tuesday May 14, 2024] - Primary Election Day: [Tuesday May 14, 2024] How do I vote in the MD primaries? 1. In person early voting 2. Mail in voting 3. In person Election Day voting elections.maryland.gov Please to use the link attached to this post check your polling place, request a ballot and look up if you’re registered to vote. Please use the link below to see the candidates list. https://lnkd.in/eSTsWehg elections/2024/Primary_candidates/ index.html Make sure you're registered, request your ballot if needed, and plan to vote early or on Election Day. Let's make our voices heard! #MDVotes #GetOutTheVote

🗳️ Make Your Mark – Vote in the First Phase of General Elections on April 19th! As the first phase of our general elections approaches on April 19th, your participation is more crucial than ever. This is not just a privilege; it’s your right and responsibility to help shape the future of our nation. 🌟 Why It's Important to Vote Early:Set the Tone: Early voting in the first phase can influence the overall momentum and discourse of the elections. Avoid the Last-Minute Rush: Voting early helps avoid delays and ensures your vote is counted without hassle.Lead by Example: Show your community and network that you take your civic duties seriously. 👥 Spread the Word:Share this post to encourage your network to participate.Engage in informed discussions about the importance of voting early.Assist others in understanding the voting process and locating their polling stations. 🌐 Together, we can drive change. Your vote is a powerful tool for democracy. On April 19th, make sure your voice is one of the first to be heard. #VoteEarly #ElectionDay #FirstPhaseVoting #DemocracyInAction #NagpurConstituency

Recently I had the amazing opportunity to participate in the annual Election Verification Conference hosted by the #ElectionVerificationNetwork During this conference we engaged in a variety of different topics including Protecting Election Officials , Increasing Transparency During Elections, The influence of AI in Elections , and making sure everyone has EQUAL access to voting nationwide. In the pivotal time we’re in where both sides of the isle continue to push further away from each other, we must remember that Democracy is a bi-partisan issue and elections are a pivotal part in maintaining a thriving democracy— and in order to ensure that our democracy thrives we must engage in our civic duty not our political agenda to implement transparency, accountability, accessibility and protections of our elections. #DemocracyFirst #PoliticsLater

While the next presidential election won’t be held until Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – along with all 435 seats in the United States House of Representatives and 34 of the 100 seats in the United States Senate – there are plenty of local, gubernatorial, tribal and runoff elections taking place throughout the year. It is important to remember that your voice matters. When it comes to civic responsibility, your vote will help shape the country you want to live in. #Elections2024 #YourVoiceMatters #Vote #GetOutTheVote Find out about upcoming elections, how to check your registration status/register (or re-register) to vote & what you need to know about voting in your state at APIAVote: https://lnkd.in/g7TQQS5P

We need to fight to open states’ primary systems so that ALL Americans are able to vote in our primaries. However, there are barriers to opening primary elections. The Constitution greatly constrains the federal government’s role in elections. The elections clause gives states control over the time, manner and place of their elections and the first amendment right to free association allows political parties to exclude voters on the basis of party affiliation. Americans Together is working towards electoral reform to help ALL Americans gain the right to add their voice in a primary. #ElectoralReform #VotingRights #FairElections

Statewide Primary Elections are fast approaching! The 2024 Arizona Voters’ Agenda provides insight into what’s important to Arizona voters. You can voice your priorities by voting in the upcoming election.  

Policymakers at federal, state and local levels benefit from knowing how each state runs its elections. With that in mind, NCSL and the U.S. Election Assistance Commission have worked together to create election administration profiles for each state. The profiles highlight each state’s policies on elections topics and provides a national comparison point for each. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TUdmA3

Not only is the entire Voter Education Guide available in ASL, the AZ debates are as well!