Voting & Elections

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Election Resources

Get nonpartisan tools to make a plan for voting, and ensure that your voice is heard.

The Voting Process, Step-By-Step

At Common Ground, we believe voting is every citizen’s right, responsibility, and privilege. So, we’re here to help you learn how to vote, from registering to getting informed about the candidates.

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Make Your Voting Plan

Ballotpedia is the digital encyclopedia of American politics, where you can find upcoming election dates & see what’s on your ballot.

Vote Common Ground

Explore our Common Ground Scorecard tool to learn which elected officials and candidates are seeking common ground on important issues.

Stay Involved

Strengthening America’s democracy requires all of us to get involved. Learn how you can take action that goes beyond Election Day.

The importance of voting in primaries

Nearly 90% of congressional elections are decided in the nominating contests. That’s a striking number, and one that demands a simple action: Vote in the primaries.

How to Take an Active Part in Democracy

Understanding how to be an active citizen can be difficult. Elected officials come and go. It can be hard to keep track. Read on for our guide that will help you.

Join in Daily Democracy

Get voting info, connect with your elected officials, and take one small action every day to increase your civic engagement. Download a nonpartisan app from our partner ActiVote to get started.

Go Deeper

Nearly two in three voters believe major reforms are needed to America’s voting system. What are the options for nonpartisan change?

Finding Common Ground on the State of Our Democracy

Can Democrats and Republicans agree on how to strengthen democracy? Watch political veterans James Carville and Reince Priebus explore common ground.

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Explore election reform

Can public trust in America’s voting system be restored? Watch our YouTube playlist featuring former RNC and DNC Chairs Michael Steele and Donna Brazile.

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How States Hold Fair Elections

Two Secretaries of State meet to discuss what each of them are doing to protect democracy in their state, why being part of the Electronic Registration Information System is so important, and why volunteers are vital to free and fair elections.

Get up to date on voting & elections

Get balanced news on election reform and voting through the AllSides™ news feed.

Take Action

Reflect on ways you can use what you’ve learned to be an active part of democracy, and to vote for legislators who seek common ground.

Facilitate Progress

Choose a topic and host a simple, structured discussion on voting and elections using resources created by our partner Living Room Conversations.

Does My Vote Really Matter?

Voting Rights

Ranked Choice Voting

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Politics in Elections: Concerns & Aspirations

Post-Election: What’s Next?

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Voting & Elections

We believe voting is every citizen’s right, responsibility and a privilege. Yet it can be confusing. Want to cut through the clutter? Submit your email to get our nonpartisan Help Me Vote Guide.

Election Resources

Get nonpartisan tools to make a plan for voting, and ensure that your voice is heard.

At Common Ground, we believe voting is every citizen’s right, responsibility, and privilege. So, we’re here to help you learn how to vote, from registering to getting informed about the candidates.

Ballotpedia is the digital encyclopedia of American politics, where you can find upcoming election dates & see what’s on your ballot.

Explore our Common Ground Scorecard tool to learn which elected officials and candidates are seeking common ground on important issues.

Stay Involved

Strengthening America’s democracy requires all of us to get involved. Learn how you can take action that goes beyond Election Day.

Nearly 90% of congressional elections are decided in the nominating contests. That’s a striking number, and one that demands a simple action: Vote in the primaries.

Understanding how to be an active citizen can be difficult. Elected officials come and go. It can be hard to keep track. Read on for our guide that will help you.

Get voting info, connect with your elected officials, and take one small action every day to increase your civic engagement. Download a nonpartisan app from our partner ActiVote to get started.

Go Deeper

Nearly two in three voters believe major reforms are needed to America’s voting system. What are the options for nonpartisan change?

Can Democrats and Republicans agree on how to strengthen democracy? Watch political veterans James Carville and Reince Priebus explore common ground.

Can public trust in America’s voting system be restored? Watch our YouTube playlist featuring former RNC and DNC Chairs Michael Steele and Donna Brazile.

Two Secretaries of State meet to discuss what each of them are doing to protect democracy in their state, why being part of the Electronic Registration Information System is so important, and why volunteers are vital to free and fair elections.

Get up to date on voting & elections

Get balanced news on election reform and voting through the AllSides™ news feed.

Take Action

Reflect on ways you can use what you’ve learned to be an active part of democracy, and to vote for legislators who seek common ground.

Facilitate Progress

Choose a topic and host a simple, structured discussion on voting and elections using resources created by our partner Living Room Conversations.

Join Our Community

Get inspired by leaders, thinkers and fellow citizens who share your commitment to seeking common ground.

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