How to find out what I am voting for in each election?
To see what's on your ballot for upcoming elections, including federal, state, local, non-partisan positions, and amendments, you can use the Vote411.org website. Here’s how to find detailed information:
Steps to getting your ballot information:
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Visit:
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Find your ballot
Selecting “Find What is on Your Ballot”
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Enter your address
Type in your address. For this example, we entered “Florida International University, Biscayne Bay Campus”
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Select language and party affiliation.
Choose your preferred language and party affiliation. For this example, we selected English and All Parties. Select “Save & View Races”.
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View you ballot
A list of all the items on your ballot for the upcoming elections will appear.
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Get Details on Each Race
Click on each race to see information about the term, salary, and other details.
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Review Candidate Information
Click "View Answers" to see information about each candidate. This may include campaign websites, mailing addresses, social media accounts, and positions on major issues. Be sure to scroll down for full details.
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Understand Amendment
For amendments, you will find a description of the amendment and its language. If you select “Compare Answers,” you’ll get a summary of what a “yes” or “no” vote means.
Other Sources for Candidate and Amendment Information
Candidate Websites and Social Media: Check individual candidates’ websites and their social media profiles (e.g., Facebook , Instagram, X/Twitter).
League of Women Voters: (https://www.lwv.org/)
Vote Smart: (https://justfacts.votesmart.org/)
Ballotpedia: (https://ballotpedia.org/fl)
It is important to find out what is on your ballot before you go to vote. Understanding what's on your ballot before you vote helps you make informed decisions and ensures you choose the candidates and amendments that best represent your values and preferences.