Who could you help out on Election Day?
Imagine that you live you life with some sort of disability. Imagine it’s November 4 and it’s snowing in your town. Now imagine you want nothing more than to exercise your right to vote, but you need special assistance to reach your polling place and deal with lines and procedures. Now what? That’s where you might come in. Many local organizations in your area are already mobilizing to serve this important constituency, and they always need more help.
If want to get a warm rosy glow in your heart this Election Day, cast your own vote early if at all possible, then free up your day to help others to vote—especially disabled voters, who suffer the most when the weather is bad or when difficulties at local precincts make it even more challenging for them to vote.
Educate yourself on your local voting rights, so you can be prepared to be an advocate for disabled voters. A wonderful resource is the National Disability Rights Network. They provide a flyer on their website that outlines exactly how to help disabled voters. If you’re a poll worker or you’re involved with poll worker training, the video linked to on this page provides excellent information on disabled voter issues:
Help get out ALL the vote this November 4!
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