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Elections 2016: Get Out the Vote Sample Social Media Content & Graphics
On November 8th, 2016 the world will be watching as America elects our 45th President of the United States. But as voters head to the polls, there are local and state elections to consider as well as new voting laws impacting many communities. Join us on social media to spread the word and get out the vote!
Below, find our sample social media posts and images that you can use to help Get Out the Vote. Please feel free to tailor these messages to fit the elections in your community.
In addition to the content in this document, we encourage you to share any local media stories your League receives leading up to Election Day; this includes letters to the editor, press statements, mentions in news stories and any op/eds involving your League.
Don’t forget to take photos with your “I Voted” sticker after you vote, and use them in your posts with the hashtags listed below. Be sure to also include local hashtags specific to your state and local elections to help gain more visibility for your League’s posts!
#GOTV
#iVoted
#LWV2016
#Election2016
#voting
Sample Facebook Posts leading up to Election Day:
Who’s on your ballot? Where is your polling place? What do you need to bring with you on #ElectionDay? If you can’t answer one or more of these questions, we’ve got you covered! Head to www.VOTE411.org for all of your voting and election info.
[State]’s absentee voting deadline is [date]! Check out @VOTE411 for all your election and absentee info and get ready to vote on November 8. These elections are too important - don’t miss out!http://bit.ly/VOTE411absentee
[State]’s early voting deadline is [date]! Visit www.VOTE411.org to learn the rules and get ready to vote on or before November 8. The outcome of this election will affect everyone in [State] - don’t miss out!www.bit.ly/VOTE411early
Election Day is just around the corner! It's not too late to visit www.VOTE411.org to get ready to vote, including finding your local voting rules, polling place hours and who will be on your ballot.
Wondering who will be on your ballot this Election Day? Visit VOTE411.org & enter your address to see every candidate on your ballot at least down through state House level. [IF your League has more personalized candidate info, enter it here (ie down through school board)].
The League of Women Voters of [STATE/COUNTY/CITY] is thrilled to offer this voter guide to help you make important decisions on Election Day [Link to VOTE411.org or your League’s voter guide].
Voting is your chance to take control over the future of your family and your community. Don't let anything keep you from voting -- help make democracy work! Go to www.VOTE411.org for all the information you need to cast your vote, including where to go to vote and what you need to bring with you. Spread the word!
Election Day, November 8, is just [X] days away! Luckily, we have all the info you need to hit the polls. Visit www.VOTE411.org & enter your address to build your own personalized voting guide with all of the details you need, including info on voting hours and early or absentee voting. Spread the word to help make sure that your friends & family have everything they need to vote!
Q: Are there ways to #vote besides hitting the polls on #ElectionDay? A: Yes! In [state] we have absentee ballots & early voting [if applicable]: http://bit.ly/EarlyAbsenteeWe're counting down, and Election Day is just days away! Are you ready to vote? Visit www.VOTE411.org now to view your personalized voter guide, check your local polling hours & get all the information you need to vote on Tuesday!!!
Sample Tweets leading up to Election Day:
Getting the #voting and #electionday info you need is easy. Go to www.VOTE411.org, enter your address, and we’ll do the rest!
Good news! We did your candidate research for you. Go to VOTE411.org for all of your unbiased candidate info
Do you know your polling place? Find out here: www.VOTE411.org #Election2016 #LWV2016 #vote
Still making up your mind about who to vote for this election? The clock is ticking! Get your unbiased candidate info here: www.VOTE411.org
There are plenty of races besides the pres race– make sure you know who’s on your ballot for local and state races! www.VOTE411.org
www.VOTE411.org has all the info you need to make sure you’re prepared to vote, including cand info, polling places & more! #Election2016
[State]’s absentee voting deadline is [date]. Learn the rules & get ready to vote on November 8: www.bit.ly/VOTE411absentee
Only [X] days until #[STATE]’s absentee voting deadline! Get ready: www.bit.ly/VOTE411absentee
Only [X] days until #[STATE]’s early voting deadline! Get ready: http://bit.ly/VOTE411early
Heads up! Early voting in [state] ends [date]! Get ready: http://bit.ly/VOTE411early #vote #Election2016 #LWV2016 #GOTV
Early voting in #[state] runs from [date] to [date]! Get all the info you need to vote! www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Absentee voting deadlines & rules vary state-by-state. @VOTE411 has the info voters in [state] need: http://bit.ly/EarlyAbsentee
Need info on early or absentee voting rules in [state]? Check out @VOTE411: http://bit.ly/EarlyAbsentee
Get ready to #vote! Go to @VOTE411 & see your personalized ballot! Don’t hit the polls uninformed, check out: bit.ly/VOTE411
Are you one of about 5% of Americans who live overseas? Learn your absentee voting options: www.bit.ly/VOTE411absentee #vote
Living, studying or working abroad? Don’t forget to vote! Learn your absentee voting options: www.bit.ly/VOTE411absentee #vote #GOTV
FACT: Overseas & military voters can vote by absentee ballot. Get all the info you need this Election Day: www.bit.ly/VOTE411absentee #GOTV
Election Day is coming! Enter your address to see what’s on YOUR ballot: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Hey, [state]! Wondering what will be on your ballot this #ElectionDay? Find all the info you need: http://bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
[State] voters may need to show voter ID to vote. Use @VOTE411 to find out what YOU need to bring on #ElectionDay : bit.ly/VOTE411voterID
Don't know [state]’s voting rules? Enter your address & find everything you need to know: http://bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Election Day is coming! Learn the voting rules & deadlines for [state]: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Confused about election rules and regulations in [state]? @VOTE411 has the answers: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Just [x] days until Election Day! Vote to make an impact on the issues you care about: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Just [x] days until Election Day! Stand up for your rights & vote: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Voting is simple once you learn the ropes. Enter your address to get started: www.bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
We each have the power to increase voter turnout. RT to remind your friends to vote on Nov 8: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Every single vote matters. RT to remind your friends to vote on Nov 8: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Voting is your chance to stand up for what matters most to you. Get all the info you need to #vote Nov 8 : http://bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Young people help choose the direction of our country. Ask the young people you know to vote this Election Day: http://bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Voting is a fundamental right – one of the basic forms of participation in our democracy! Get ready: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Voting is your chance to choose! Find all the info you need to be ready for Election Day: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Voting lets us weigh in on the issues that are most important to us. Get ready for Election Day: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
You can’t complain if you don’t vote! Get ready: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Take control – get ready to vote! Learn what to expect when you hit the polls: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Be a role model for your community & vote this Election Day! Get ready: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
You know what’s empowering? Voting! Get ready: www.bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Voting lets you take control & have a say on the issues that matter most to you, not what matters to politicians: bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Don't miss your chance to #vote on Nov 8! Get all the info you need to vote: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Voting is your chance to make sure Washington invests in the generation that will build this country's future: http://bit.ly/VOTE411 #vote
Why #vote? As Thomas Jefferson said, voting is a key instrument of reform: bit.ly/VOTE411
Why #vote? Voting is our chance to stand up for our families & communities: bit.ly/VOTE411
Why #vote? The officials you vote into office determine policies on #immigrationreform #jobs #healthcare, #education & more! bit.ly/VOTE411
Why #vote? Voting is the core of our democracy & what it means to be an American: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Why #vote? It’s our duty and responsibility as citizens: bit.ly/VOTE411 #Election2016 #GOTV
83% of young ppl believe their generation can change our country. Ask the young ppl you know to vote this #ElectionDay: bit.ly/VOTE411
Voting is critical to our democracy! RT to remind your friends to vote this #ElectionDay: bit.ly/VOTE411
What happens if you face problems at the polls? Call @866OURVOTE or 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA #vote #ElectionDay
Sample Tweets for election day:
#GOTV with your friends and family today! #iVoted #Election2016
TODAY IS THE DAY! #GOTV and make sure your loved ones vote too! We ALL deserve to have our voices heard.
Voting is your chance to choose! Get empowered to vote: www.bit.ly/VOTE411
Election day has arrived! Voting is your chance to choose, so go out and hit the polls! #Election2016
#ElectionDay¿Tiene problemas el día de las elecciones? Llame libre de costo a: 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA #VeYVota
Call 1-866-OUR-VOTE for nonpartisan assistance if you have problems at the polls!
Make the image below your Facebook cover photo!