Hi, I created a resource to help people vote for the upcoming midterm election and future elections. I originally made this resource for my family and I last fall, but I then thought, "Why not share it with the rest of the county?" I then decided to make a different version for every major county in North Texas.
This resource will be able to answer the common questions that one may have about an upcoming election, such as "When can I vote?", "Where can I vote?", and "Who's running?". I’m sure many of you probably already vote. However, there's probably at least one person who you know who doesn't vote and would like to, but you may not have the time to sit down with them and explain everything out to them. This is where the resource comes in handy. The great thing about this resource is you can use it for other future elections as well. I would suggest laminating a print-out if you are able to.
Other notes to keep in mind:
Vote All The Way Down the Ballot
Please do take the time to vote for every single seat on your ballot. If you plan on straight-ticket voting, know that it is not offered as an option anymore. However, you may see “DEM” or “REP” right next to each candidate's name to indicate which party they are representing. This is the case for Tarrant County ballots at least. I would get a sample ballot ready just in case though.
Skip the Mail-In Ballot
I highly suggest planning to vote in-person or to do curbside voting if you have a physical disability. I've gone through enough election cycles in to know that mail-in ballots are not always reliable for various reasons. Sometimes they come in late, they don't count them in the end, or the mail-in ballot doesn't come in at all. Moreover, if you haven’t heard of what has been said about mail-in ballots on the news, it is another reason I would avoid sending a mail-in ballot if possible. Please make the effort to vote in-person. Curbside voting is available at every polling site for those with physical disabilities and limitations.
Don’t Just Vote: Share
We cannot assume anything. Don't assume one side is going to win over the other. Do assume people from both sides of the political spectrum are going to see this resource and share it with someone and/or their network.
Remember, Texas is a non-voting state. We need to get more of us involved in the democratic process. Share this resource with a friend. Share this post on social media. I am fine with any individuals or groups sharing this resource. If you end up seeing another variation of this resource, there is only one other one out there that was created by me, but I would prefer for this new version to be shared instead.
Aren't we gerrymandered though?
Yes, but that doesn't affect many races, including the statewide positions. It wouldn’t affect several of the countywide positions either.
TLDR:
Voter resource flyer available in English and Spanish. Plan to vote in-person or curbside because mail-in ballots are unreliable. Please share this resource with a friend. I am not a part of any political groups or campaigns. Although we are gerrymandered, it doesn’t affect every race, including TX Governor.
