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You can download a complete copy of Overcoming Voting Obstacles: Resources for Transgender People here.
Everyone should vote!
Unfortunately there are issues that sometimes make it difficult for trans people to vote. Don’t let these barriers stop you from voting—you have a right to vote.
Trans people may find voting to be an intimidating process for many reasons. Below are three trans-specific and general other situations that may arise for some transgender people.
Voting Barriers
- Your New Name Doesn’t Match Your Voter Registration Name.
- Your ID Picture Doesn’t Look Like You.
- Multiple Forms of ID Conflict with Each Other.
- Transphobia and/or Discrimination.
- Racial and/or Ethnic Discrimination.
- College Student Voters.
- Felony Conviction Disenfranchisement.
- Homelessness.
- Language Barriers.
- Disability Access.
- Transportation Issues.
- Address Change.
- Your name is Missing From the Voter Rolls.
Since the laws vary from state to state, remember to bring identification to the polls that will show you are the person who is registered to vote.
SUMMARY
Bring proof of identity to voting location.
If not allowed to vote, ask for a provisional ballot.
To get help on Election Day call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.
DO NOT LET ANYONE REFUSE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE.
Register to Vote
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Policymakers who support trans issues and those who are hostile both come into office because people vote. In order to increase the number of trans supportive policymakers in office, trans people and our allies must vote. Register to vote now by entering your state below.
