Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day, and over 100 celebrities are using their social media platforms to encourage their followers to check their voter registration status. Through a partnership between Vote.org and Linktree, celebrities like Olivia Rodrigo, Steph Curry, and Kerry Washington are directing users to a website where they can learn about their local voter registration status. This initiative aims to mobilize young voters, who could be crucial in the outcome of the 2024 election.
Previous celebrity initiatives, such as Taylor Swift’s posts in 2023 and endorsements of Vice President Kamala Harris, have led to a significant increase in voter registrations. The group participating in the voter registration initiative collectively has over a billion followers. Notable celebrities, such as viral gold medalists Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall, are also using their social media following to encourage people to vote.
Experts believe that young voters will play a significant role in the upcoming election, with voter turnout among 18 to 29-year-olds increasing in recent years. The partnership between Vote.org and Linktree aims to continue this trend and make it easier for younger voters to register and participate in the democratic process. Voters can check their registration status at Vote.org to ensure they are ready for the upcoming election.
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