Today is National Voter Registration Day! This is an important opportunity to raise awareness about your right as an American.
Right now, there are 8.6 million registered voters in Pennsylvania, but another 1.5 million Pennsylvanians are of voting age but not registered.
The right to vote — and the participation in that right — is one of those most fundamental aspects of our democracy. Yet, it continues to come under attack through efforts in some states to suppress voters’ rights.
The right to vote — and the participation in that right — is one of those most fundamental aspects of our democracy. Yet, it continues to come under attack through efforts in some states to suppress voters’ rights. To register to vote anywhere in the country, visit https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote.
There are a few ways you can register to vote in Pennsylvania or learn more:
- Register online
Stop by or call my district office, 2401 N. 54th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19131, 215-879-7777
- Download a form and mail it to or stop by your county voter registration office
- Call 1-877-VOTESPA (1-877-868-3772)
- Visit
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