By Angela Fobbs on Substack — Every American citizen living overseas is eligible to vote in the midterms. The process is simple, but timing matters more than anything else.
Request your ballot now. Go to VoteFromAbroad.org and submit your request today. Don’t wait until you’re staring down a deadline.
Choose email delivery, not postal mail. This is the single most important tip I can give you. U.S. postal mail is slow, and a ballot mailed the traditional way may not arrive in time to be filled out and returned. Request email delivery so you get it fast and have time to act.
Send it back electronically if your state allows it. Many states let you return your ballot electronically instead of relying on the mail. Don’t have a fax machine? Here’s how to fax your ballot without one.
Get help if you need it. Voting from abroad can feel confusing the first time — or the fifth time. Democrats Abroad’s Voter Support team offers in-person help, email support, and more. Use it.
Not sure who to vote for down-ballot? Local and state races rarely get national coverage, but they matter enormously. Blue Voter Guide is a great resource for making informed choices all the way down your ballot.