Voting and elections
Find answers to common questions about voting in the United States.
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Voter registration
Learn how and when to register to vote, get a voter card, or change your voter registration.
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How, when, and where to vote
See how to vote absentee, early, or on Election Day. Learn about voter IDs and who you can vote for.
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Decide who to vote for
Learn how to make informed choices by using voter guides and sample ballots to research candidates.
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State and local election offices
Find and contact your state or local election office for help with registering and voting.
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Congressional, state, and local elections
Congressional elections take place every two years. A variety of state and local elections happen every year. Learn about upcoming elections near you.
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Voting and election laws
Find answers to common questions about voting rules and rights in the United States.
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How the president is elected
Find out how a candidate becomes president of the United States. Learn about caucuses and primaries, political conventions, the Electoral College, and more.
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Inauguration of the president of the United States
Inauguration Day is the day when the president-elect and vice-president-elect are sworn in and take office.
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Find results from past elections
Get the official election results from past House, Senate, and presidential elections. Learn where to find state and local election results.
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