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but did you vote? - Blue Star Families campaign for military families
but did you vote? - Blue Star Families campaign for military families

Countdown to Election Day

Countdown to Election Day

Pulse Check Results

We asked how military and Veteran families were feeling this election season. You let us know about your experiences and thoughts, and now we’re ready to share the results!

Here are just a few of the responses you shared with us:

“It is our duty to vote. We determine the course of this nation by our vote so it is of utmost importance in order to ensure we have a democracy in the future.”
- Veteran and/or Retired Service Member/Military Parent/Military Child

“It’s my civic duty. My spouse, and others, have fought so hard for my right to vote. If I don’t exercise that right then my voice is not heard.”
- Spouse of an Active-Duty Service Member

Military Families Need Your Vote

Housing. Health Care. Employment. Child Care. Your vote helps to address challenges, such as these, faced by military families every single day, ensuring they receive the support and resources they deserve for a brighter future. We're on a mission to equip military families with the tools to register and vote effectively, so when asked, "but did you vote?" the answer is always a resounding "yes.

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We recognize that topics surrounding voting and being politically active can be a challenge in today’s climate. However, we believe that every voice matters and that participation is key to making change!

register to vote

Step One:
Voter Registration

Take action now and register to vote in your state of residence with the assistance of Vote.gov.

Register to Vote
check voter registration

Step Two:
Check Your Registration

Confirm your registration is current and in what voting district with Secure Families Initiative.

Confirm my Registration
request your absentee ballot

Step Three: Request Your Absentee Ballot

This step applies to military families living outside of their state of residence, including those living overseas. Use this handy tool from U.S. Vote Foundation to obtain your ballot today.

Request my Ballot
research candidates

Step Four:
Research the Candidates

Use BalletReady to see how the candidates stack up to what matters to you. 

Start Searching
become a poll worker

Step Five:
Become a Poll Worker

Help preserve democracy at the polls! Veterans, find out how to become a poll worker with Vet The Vote's easy signup form!

Sign Up to Work a Poll
other resources

Step Six:
Other Resources

Looking for other resources? From absentee voting to voting overseas, we've got you covered. 

Find More Resources
other resources

Looking for other resources?
From absentee voting to voting overseas, we've got you covered.

Did You Know

75%

of active duty servicemembers are eligible to vote absentee because they are stationed away from their home voting precincts.

(source: Department of Defense)

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Voting Findings from BSF 2020: