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Inspire Hope, Change Lives: Vote.

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Inspire hope, change lives and vote LSS BadgeAs Election Day 2024 approaches, it’s important for you to prepare to inspire hope, change lives and VOTE! Tuesday, November 5, 2024, is the general election. Residents of Minnesota will be voting for the following offices: U.S. President and Vice President, U.S. Senator, U.S. House of Representatives, Minnesota House of Representatives, judicial seats and other offices, depending on polling location. Enter your address to see a sample ballot for your precinct.

 

Why Your Vote Matters

Participating in the elections process is an important part of LSS’ vision that all people have the opportunity to live in community with full and abundant lives. Decisions made by elected officials impact our work, our communities and the lives of the people we support. Your vote and your voice are important and powerful. It helps shape the future of Minnesota! Make sure you and those around you have a plan to vote this 2024 Election.

 

Voting is a Right

Your employer must pay you for the time you need to vote if it falls within your scheduled work time. Your employer cannot require you to use personal leave or vacation time. Your employer cannot directly or indirectly refuse, limit or interfere with this right, including what time you choose to vote. 

 

Where to Find Information

The MNVotes website offers more information on Election Day voting, including where to votewhat your rights are, and how to receive help on Election Day if you need it. Early voting is available from Friday, September 20 to Monday, November 4.

Not sure if you’re registered to vote? Check your status on the mnvotes.gov website. If you’re not registered, you can register online, on paper or at your polling location on election day.

 

Encourage Others to Vote

Share this information with family and friends. Encourage them to check their voter registration, understand the issues, and head to the polls. 

Find more election information at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota’s Advocacy Office, offering nonpartisan voter engagement activities.

As a trusted nonprofit, LSS provides nonpartisan resources and education about voting rights for all eligible voters in our communities. We do not endorse or oppose any candidate or party. 501(c)(3) organizations may engage in elections and voter engagement if the activity remains nonpartisan. 

PICS is a subsidiary of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota.