Navigating the Presidential Election: A Nonpartisan Resource: Home

Check Registration Status

You can check your registration status here.

How to Register

1. Online: Visit Vote.gov to find your state's registration process.
2. By Mail: Download, complete, and mail a National Voter Registration Form.
3. In-Person: Register at your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), public libraries, or other designated locations.

Debate Schedules

Debate dates for the 2024 presidential election will be set by the Commission on Presidential Debates. Check sites like Debate.org for the official schedule. 

Candidate Profiles

For factual, nonpartisan profiles of presidential candidates, you can visit:

• Ballotpedia: 2024 Presidential Candidates
• Vote Smart: Candidate bios, voting records, and issue positions at VoteSmart.org

Nonpartisan Resources on Major Issues

For nonpartisan information on major election issues, explore:

• Pew Research Center: Public Policy Issues
• ProCon.org: Issue Breakdown
• FactCheck.org: Offers unbiased, factual reporting on policies and candidates at FactCheck.org

Fact-Checking Resources

Use these sources to verify claims made by candidates:

• FactCheck.org: Fact-checking site
• PolitiFact: Fact-checking site
• Snopes: Misinformation debunker

View What Is on Your Ballot

Look up Sample Ballots

Review Missouri Judges

1. Your sample ballot (above) includes any judges subject to a retention vote.
2. Use this site to type their name in the search bar to view their profile and the results of their lawyer survey review.

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Common Questions about Voting and Elections

• Who can vote?: U.S. citizens aged 18 and older, subject to state-specific registration and residency requirements.

• What ID is needed?: ID requirements vary by state. Check your state’s rules at Vote.org Voter ID Laws

• How do I find my polling place?: Use the polling place locator at Vote.org Polling Place Locator

In-Person Voting

• Polling Locations: Check your polling place at Vote.org or through your local election office.
• Polling Hours: Typically open from 7 AM to 8 PM, but this varies by state.

Mail-In and Absentee Voting

1. Request a Ballot: Visit your state's election website to request an absentee or mail-in ballot.
2. Submit Ballot: Follow instructions carefully; ensure it's mailed back or dropped off by the deadline. Deadlines vary but are often around Election Day.

Early Voting

Early voting allows you to vote before Election Day:

• Dates: Early voting begins in some states 15-30 days before Election Day.
• Locations: Contact your local election office or check Vote.org for early voting locations in your state.

How to Get Involved

Explore nonpartisan organizations focused on promoting civic engagement:

• Rock the Vote: Nonpartisan voter education

• League of Women Voters: Voter information

Volunteer Opportunities

Get involved in civic engagement by:

• Becoming a Poll Worker: Sign up through your local election office or Volunteer Poll Worker Opportunities

• Phone Banking/Canvassing: Many nonpartisan organizations offer opportunities to volunteer virtually or in person, such as When We All Vote

Evaluating News Sources

To assess news credibility:

• Check the Source: Look for well-known, reputable news outlets.

• Cross-Reference Information: Confirm facts using multiple credible sources.

• Beware of Sensationalism: Avoid headlines that seem exaggerated or emotionally charged.

Understanding Bias

Learn to recognize bias in media by exploring:

• AllSides: Bias Ratings for News Outlets

• Media Bias/Fact Check: Bias analysis