21 DAY PLAN YOUR VOTE CHALLENGE
Ok Friends, I have some super exciting news for you. South Side Help Center is launching a 21 Day Plan Your Vote Challenge. We need everyone to participate. Encourage your friends, family and coworkers to join us in this challenge.
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The daily challenges are easy and simple...whether you are new to voting or an experienced community leader, you can participate. We will be giving away AWESOME daily prizes and one Grand prize for completing all 21 days! In order qualify to win the prizes, you must follow our FACEBOOK Page, and either "Like" or "Comment" on the daily posts.
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DAY 1: Start and/or Complete the Census
How does the census connect with your #vote. According to www.eac.gov, the census altered States' weight in the #Electoral College. Following each census, the United State Census Bureau conducts a process called reapportionment during which States are assigned a number of seats in the United States House of Representatives based on population. #becounted
#DidYouKnow responses to the #2020Census are confidential and protected by law. Personal information is never shared with other government agencies or law enforcement, including federal and local authorities. It's safe and used only to produce statistics. Respond online using your 12 digit code on your paper form. Learn more at www.2020census.gov
Have you completed your Census, please let us know below!....We will cheer you on!
DAY 2: Register to Vote
HOORAY! Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. If you are registered tell us (in "Comment") and YOU may be chosen to receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card. If not, no worries, you can register online here in Illinois www.ova.elections.il.gov/Step0.aspx.
Not in Illinois: visit www.vote.gov and choose your state or register here at www.votesaveamerica.com. VOTING & CENSUS CHALLENGE! Only 9 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 3: Be Prepared By
Having Valid Identification
Are you "ID Ready"? Comment "Yes" or "No" below - we want to know! Unfortunately, some states REQUIRE you to have a VALID PHOTO ID in order to Vote!! Make sure you have Proper Valid ID Now. Does your ID need to be renewed? Is it about to expire? Did you lose it? Be on the Safe Side and have Valid Proper ID with you when you go to vote. Check HERE to see if your state requires an ID to vote.
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Yesterday's Challenge was "registering to vote." You still have time. AND, follow our Facebook page and "Comment" below to be entered in our Challenge. Only 8 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census. BE COUNTED!! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 4: Mark All Voting
Deadlines and Dates in your Planner
Mark all voting deadlines and dates in your #planner and on #Google calendar. Or signup for Election reminders HERE.
Only 7 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 5: Find your Polling Place
Happy Friday. If you are a pro or new to voting, polling locations can change, especially due to the pandemic. Go find and verify your election day polling place. To find your location go to https://www.vote.org/polling-place-locator There will also be early voting polling places listed as well.
Today is a nice day to take a drive to and vote early.
Only 5 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 6: Volunteer For A Phone
Bank or Campaign
Sign up to Volunteer on SSHC page https://www.southsidehelp.org/volunteer-with-us
Only 4 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 7: Watch a Documentary on
Voter Rights
Today rest and watch a motivational film on Voters Rights and Voter Suppression. #Amazon and #Netflix has some great films in their library, add a couple to your watch list today.
Only 3 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 8: Call up a friend or family and ask if they completed their census
#DidYouKnow responses to the #2020Census are confidential and protected by law. Personal information is never shared with other government agencies or law enforcement, including federal and local authorities. It's safe and used only to produce statistics. Respond online using your 12 digit code on your paper form.
Only 2 DAYS LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 9: WATCH THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE TONIGHT
WATCH THE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE TONIGHT! Listen and even take notes. Get to know the positions of each candidate. #TIP - HOST A WATCH PARTY ON YOUR FACEBOOK PAGE!
#VoteEarly….Find your location go to CLICK HERE
Only 1 DAY LEFT to complete the Census! Learn more at 2020census.gov
DAY 10: LAST DAY TO COMPLETE THE CENSUS
YES IT IS THE LAST DAY OF THE CENSUS! CALL NOW OR FOLLOW THIS LINK IF YOU HAVEN'T COMPLETED IT! 2020census.gov
Also: Who do you think "Won" the debate last night? Why?
DAY 11: Research the Candidates Who are on the Ballot.
GREAT NEWS! THE CENSUS HAS BEEN EXTENDED 5 MORE DAYS
Find out who is on the Ballot for Illinois. It is extremely important to vote for local Candidates and Judges! These candidates could make decisions that could impact your community and home. Do your homework! Click HERE
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#DidYouKnow responses to the #2020Census are confidential and protected by law. Personal information is never shared with other government agencies or law enforcement, including federal and local authorities. It's safe and used only to produce statistics. Respond online using your 12 digit code on your paper form. 2020census.gov
DAY 12: Research the Judges Who are on the Ballot.
Find out who is on the Ballot for Illinois. It is extremely important to vote for local Judges! These candidates could make decisions that could impact your community and home for years. Do your homework! Click HERE.
Also, Check Out this Great Watchdog Site for Illinois Judges injusticewatch.org #CheckYourJudges:
#DidYouKnow responses to the #2020Census are confidential and protected by law. Personal information is never shared with other government agencies or law enforcement, including federal and local authorities. It's safe and used only to produce statistics. Respond online using your 12 digit code on your paper form. 2020census.gov
DAY 13: Decide How you are going to Vote...Early ? Mail ? or Election Day?
Check HERE to Plan Your Vote. https://www.nbcnews.com/specials/plan-your-vote-state-by-state-guide-voting-by-mail-early-in-person-voting-election
LAST DAY TO COMPLETE THE CENSUS IS OCTOBER 5, 2020 2020census.gov
DAY 14: Volunteer to be a Poll Watcher.
Check HERE to Plan Your Vote. https://www.nbcnews.com/specials/plan-your-vote-state-by-state-guide-voting-by-mail-early-in-person-voting-election
LAST DAY TO COMPLETE THE CENSUS IS OCTOBER 5, 2020 2020census.gov
DAY 15: Make Calls to Voters in Battleground States.
Make Calls to Voters in Battleground States by Volunteering with A Phone Bank.
Click HERE or visit www.demvolctr.org/phonebanking-guide
DAY 16: Ask a Friend or a Family Member to Vote Early.
Check HERE to Plan Your Vote or visit www.nbcnews.com/specials/plan-your-vote-state-by-state-guide-voting-by-mail-early-in-person-voting-election
DAY 17: Watch the Vice Presidential Debate Tonight!
WATCH THE VICE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE TONIGHT! What questions do you hope are asked? Who do you think will be the best Vice President for this country? Why?
DAY 18: Signup for your Local Alderman/Councilman’s Newsletter.
DAY 19: Confirm you are Registered to Vote.
Confirm you are registered to Vote. Just to BE SURE!
Register to Vote http://https/www.vote.org/register-to-vote/
*Tip: Update your registration if your address, name, or affiliation has changed.
WHO DO YOU THINK WON THE VICE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE LAST NIGHT? Were you surprised by any comments?
DAY 20: Decide on the Ballot Issues that are important to You!
Do you know that in Illinois you will be voting on a PROPOSED FAIR-TAX AMENDMENT being added to the Illinois Constitution? YES means there would be various income tax rates based on income levels. NO would mean everyone in Illinois would continue to pay the same tax rate. #PlanYourVote
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https://ballotpedia.org/Illinois_Allow_for_Graduated_Income_Tax_Amendment_(2020)
DAY 20: Congratulations you made it to Day 21... Now Go and Vote early!
It's the last day of our Voting Challenge BUT not the last day for you to Vote or help get others to Vote. REMEMBER there are many issues on the ballot! In Illinois you also will be voting on "Expanding broadband internet services to all communities" and even "should Illinois regulate assault weapons or magazines that contain large quantities of ammunition?" #PlanYourVote
