The NPR Politics Podcast Life Kit: How To Vote By Mail
Aug 15, 2020
Miles Parks, NPR's voting reporter, sheds light on the ins and outs of voting by mail. He discusses the significant shift in voting practices brought about by the pandemic and how states are adapting. Parks addresses the unique challenges younger voters face with mail-in ballots, comparing the process to online shopping for better understanding. Listeners receive a step-by-step guide on voter registration and ballot submission, along with tips on verifying eligibility. He also emphasizes the importance of supporting friends in navigating this essential voting method.
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Voter Registration
- Register to vote online through your local election website.
- Find your local website by Googling it or using vote.org, a nonpartisan clearinghouse.
Request Your Ballot
- Request an absentee ballot after registering.
- Most states offer online requests; check your state's rules about excuses.
Confirm Your Address
- Verify your address with your local election officials, even in all-mail states.
- States automatically mail ballots, so an accurate address is crucial.