Urgent Need for Poll Workers – Will You Help Save Democracy?

America is facing a record shortage of poll workers this year due to the coronavirus. Democracy depends on ordinary people to make sure the elections run smoothly and everyone's vote is counted.

Democracy depends on YOU.

Here are the jurisdictions with the greatest need for poll workers:

Sign up to be a poll worker here or click the image below to help Power the Polls:

Poll workers’ responsibilities

• Poll workers ensure election technology functions properly and efficiently, which minimizes lines and delays
• Poll workers help voters in their communities navigate issues when voting
• Poll workers can also help voters whose first language isn’t English or who have mobility issues

It is vital to have a poll worker assisting at the polls to ensure the democratic process is accessible to all. 

What are the requirements?

Depending on your jurisdiction, some poll work is paid, some is volunteer, some is open to people as young as 16. Know a person who needs a temporary job or a high school student looking for employment or a volunteer role? Now’s the time to spread the word.

Also good to know: your party affiliation doesn’t matter as it is a non-partisan role.

-Josh Herman