Election Day Guide for LGBTQ Allies: Vote, Fix Problems, and Protect Your Peace
Have you done everything you can to make sure your vote counts today?
It’s Election Day, and Heather keeps it simple: vote, then take care of yourself and the people you love. She walks through what to do if something goes wrong at your polling place, and reminds you how recently so many Americans fought for the right to vote. She also offers a few thoughts to carry with you while the results come in, however long that takes.
In this episode you’ll learn how to:
- Make sure your vote counts today, including what to do if you’re told you’re not on the rolls
- Help one more person vote, and talk with your kids before the results come in, not after
- Take care of yourself and your family while the count continues, including when to stop watching results
Press play for a simple Election Day guide to voting, helping one more person, and protecting your peace tonight.
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