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.
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.
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.
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.
