Today is election day in America! Over 98 million people have already cast their ballots during early or absentee voting, according to the US elections project. That number could potentially reach up to 160 million for a 20% plus increase from 2016. That can only happen, though, if you go vote.
Leading up to election day, both presidential candidates focused on the important swing state of Pennsylvania. Trump held a rally near Scranton, while Joe Biden spoke at a canvass launch in Beaver county and visited Pittsburgh for a rally of his own. Kamala Harris, Biden’s running mate, also spoke at a rally in Philadelphia. Both campaigns are looking to PA as a major tipping point in the race, and recent polls have shown Biden leading by roughly five points. Of course, there are also dozens of local and state-wide elections being voted on today — many of which could impact legislation and representation in the years to come.
If you’re still on the fence about voting (get off it and vote!) here are some helpful GO essays to motivate you:
How Trump & Biden Compare On Five Issues That Matter
What We Have To Lose If Trump Wins
Casting A Vote Is More Than Ticking A Box — It Could Mean Life Or Death
A Trump Rally Came To Lesbianville & I Realized That Nowhere Is Safe
Barriers To Democracy: The Complications of #VotingWhileTrans
I’m A Lesbian Teacher In The South. Here’s How The Trump Admin Has Affected Me & My Students.
Breast Cancer Support Isn’t In A Pink Ribbon, It’s In A Ballot
I’m A Trans Man. Here’s How The Trump Administration Has Affected Me.
Joe Biden Vows To Sign The Equality Act In The First 100 Days If Elected
Get out and GO VOTE!
Election Day is here, and polling places across the country are starting to open. Mask up and find your polling place at https://t.co/VbrfuqVy9P.
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 3, 2020
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