A Vote for Democracy
Democracy is broken. Let's fix it.
This election season, we hold the most powerful tool to make democracy work for Black Americans: our vote. The issues that affect our community will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. Together, let's amplify the voice of Black America to make sure solutions to our most pressing issues are equitable by voting.
With your help, we can fix America's broken democracy.
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Report Voting Incidents
This year's elections set the precedent for what democracy will look like in 2024 and beyond. The work to elect people with our communty's best interest starts now with the Presidential primaries.
In times like these, our vote is not just a fundamental right but also our tool for generating positive change and ensuring our voices are heard.
If you encounter any issues while voting, use the NAACP Voter Incident Report Form or call 1-866-OUR-VOTE (866.687.8683).
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Ready for 2024
Step up your civic engagement in 2024 by volunteering to increase Black voter turnout. Whether it's to rally your fellow voters or help protect the polls, we need you.
Your Voting Options
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Register to Vote
Registering to vote can take less than 10 minutes to complete. Exercise your right to defend democracy by registering to participate in upcoming elections.
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Absentee Voting
Being away from home is no excuse for not voting! If you are unable to vote at your designated polling place, request your absentee ballot.
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Verify Your Voter Registration Status
Confirm your voter registration status to ensure you are ready to go once the polls open!
Putting Black America First
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The Fight Against Project 2025
Project 2025 is a policy proposal that seeks to undermine our progress, dismantle democracy, and take us back to a time when we did not have a vote or a voice. The overarching goal of the project is to "gut the administrative state from within," and is incredibly harmful to the Black community.
Learn more about how we plan to fight against Project 2025.
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Are You All In?
We need all hands on deck this year. Grab your NAACP apparel to show that you're all in for this year's election.
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Report an Incident
If you ran into any issues while voting, report your incident to the NAACP.
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It's up to us to make sure that democracy works for all.
- Wisdom Cole, National Director, Youth and College