Because of our country’s patchwork of election laws, the answer to almost ANY voting question – especially questions on voter ID – is this: “Well, it depends where you live.” That’s why VoteRiders has been providing state-specific voter ID information for many years, including Voter ID Information Cards in both English and Spanish. That state-specific […]
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As a 70-year-old living on the streets of Virginia, William’s only chance of escaping the relentless rain and bitter cold was to apply for housing assistance. To do that, he first needed an ID. Luckily, William got his ID with help from VoteRiders, but the many obstacles our dedicated and resourceful volunteer overcame to secure […]
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VoteRiders is proud to celebrate the end of a phenomenal Pride Month dedicated to uplifting and empowering LGBTQ+ voters across the country. At VoteRiders, we recognize the unique barriers that trans and nonbinary folks face when it comes to voting, which is why we updated and expanded our #TransPeopleVote resources for all 50 states (and […]
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For many transgender and nonbinary citizens, getting the ID they need to register and vote isn’t a straightforward or simple process. Every state has different requirements for a person to change their legal name and for updating their name and/or gender markers on their birth certificate, state ID card, or driver’s license. In more than […]
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When Stephen and Mary Beth Wagner moved from Alabama to Chandler, Arizona, in the fall of 2020, they were not able to vote in the presidential election. “We actually haven’t been able to vote in several years due to moving from state to state for our work,” Stephen said recently. But now they’re ready for […]
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Voters using the latest version of the ActiVote app now have access to state-by-state voter ID information and free help offers thanks to a new partnership with VoteRiders. “We’re excited to partner with ActiVote in educating citizens about voter ID laws through their innovative app,” said Lauren Kunis, executive director of VoteRiders. “With primary elections […]
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Turned away at her polling place because of an expired ID in 2020, Joan Scott turned to VoteRiders recently for help getting an ID so she can vote in upcoming elections. “Freedom of speech is important to me,” Joan said, recalling how she felt when Florida poll workers sent her home because her ID had […]
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In Florida, VoteRiders is teaming up with the Orange County government and community-based organizations to meet as many voters as possible where they already are. Through these collaborations, VoteRiders is able to get voters the ID help they need ahead of the state’s primary elections this summer and November’s general election. VoteRiders’ Voter ID Clinics […]
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Throughout April, VoteRiders celebrated its 10th anniversary with a National Voter ID Month of Action. Many states are passing more restrictive rules about what ID is needed to vote in person or by mail, making April a critical month for voters preparing to vote in primary elections this spring as well as the general election […]
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