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Voting terminology and rules can be confusing, so we’ve broken them down for you with our 411 on election information – everything from registration to the ballot box.

It’s voting season! And for most elections, you’ve likely got multiple options on how to cast your ballot, wherever you live. Some states, like Colorado, offer every option under the sun on how to cast a ballot: in-person on Election Day, early voting and registration at vote centers, and vote by mail ballots sent to all registered voters. It’s a voter’s dream come true! Other states are more limited in their offerings. That’s why it’s essential to find out what your state offers.

Presidential debates have become an integral part of the political tradition of the presidential election season in the United States of America and play an important role in the decision-making process for some voters.

But have you ever wondered why the debates are so important and how they came about? What’s the purpose of the debates, and what’s their history?

As always, U.S. Vote Foundation has got you covered: we have an important historical background, interesting facts, and relevant information for you. Read more!

One of the biggest issues facing the electorate in the run-up to the November General Election is the question of how to vote, and in particular, how to vote early before the Election Day crush. Needless to say, this has spurred an enormous interest in alternatives to showing up at a polling place on Election Day.

This where early voting and in-person absentee voting come in. These voting methods provide alternatives that you may want to consider.

Have you heard about "swing states" and wondered what they are? What’s the buzz about the swing states anyway? And why is everyone talking about them? Do they even matter in the elections, especially during the presidential general elections?

A “swing state” - also referred to as a “battleground state,” “toss-up state,” or “purple state” - is a state that can be potentially won by (or “swing” to) either the Democratic or Republican presidential candidate, depending on the election. Swing states are usually won by a small margin of votes and could "swing" to different party than in the previous election.

The Voter Journey Map tool transforms the process of figuring out "how to vote" from a complex and confusing process into an enjoyable experience. Creating your Voter Journey Map will benefit you with becoming both informed and equipped to cast your ballot in the upcoming election.

The Voter Journey Map takes the tedious and static list of how-to-vote or plan-your-vote steps that so many websites offer and remakes it into a dynamic process with real value. No more guesswork, no more jargon. The Voter Journey Map transmits the “how to vote” instructions to individual voters for their specific needs.

Have you ever wondered how the U.S. president is actually elected? Once we all cast our ballots during the General Election, aren't they just counted and isn't that how the winner is declared? If not, what happens next?

You may have heard about the Electoral College, but do you know what it actually does? And why we even have an Electoral College? In this blog, we'll explain the election process and discuss the Electoral College so you are well-informed about any presidential election, especially this year's election.

Voting Champion Kerri Rosenthal wants you to vote from the heart and vote at the start. Her positive and proactive mindset will motivate voters in 2024 with U.S. Vote Foundation (US Vote) tools and resources.

An acclaimed artist-designer-stylist, Kerri is based out of Connecticut, the most recent state to offer citizens the chance to participate in Early Voting.

Kerri will launch a campaign for Vote Love on June 20, 2024 with an American flag and the juxtaposed words "Vote" and "Love". Kerri shares, "Vote Love can mean something different to everybody. To me, Vote Love means voting for what matters in your heart."

One of the most frequent questions U.S. citizen voters have is whether they can vote in U.S. elections as a dual citizen. The answer is YES.

This goes for American dual citizens who live within the U.S. and for U.S. dual citizens living in another country. Voting in U.S. elections from abroad is also possible when you’re a dual national / dual citizen.

This article is intended to help U.S. dual nationals better understand their voting rights. If this applies to you, or anyone you know – the news is good!

The Institute of Politics (IOP) at the Harvard Kennedy School released its 47th Edition of the Survey of Young Americans’ Attitudes toward Politics and Public Service, a Harvard Youth Poll.

The Harvard Youth Poll uncovered many interesting facts about two cohorts of young Americans. The first cohort is 18 - 24 years old, so-called Generation Z; and the second cohort is 25-29 years old, so-called millennials. These young citizens are relevant to the political discourse in the U.S. We will review five key findings.