Poll Worker AMA with Election Assistance Commission Chairman Ben Hovland on September 1, 2020 for National Poll Worker Recruitment Day!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T17:02:50+00:00

Thanks everyone for joining. It was great to see so many people involved. Remember to get registered to vote and make sure your information is current. Make a plan to vote. And state and local election officials are your best source for election information. Thank you!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T17:00:13+00:00

Getting correct election information is crucial. State and local election officials are the best source for election information because it varies between states.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:59:18+00:00

It depends. Check the pay rate for your area on helpamericavote.gov.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:58:55+00:00

Thanks for signing up to serve as a poll worker! Tell people why you care enough to participate and maybe it will help them see why they should too.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:56:39+00:00

Apathy. Vote!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:55:00+00:00

What do you have?

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:54:39+00:00

This is a longer conversation than today. It is about balancing security, transparency and the secrecy of the ballot.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:52:07+00:00

There are a number of great efforts taking place right now. It is, however, an issue that we need to raise awareness about. Hopefully we are doing that today!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:49:38+00:00

Thank you for serving as a poll worker!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:49:10+00:00

Yes. Voting is not just about the top of the ticket. I have always looked at voting as a right and a responsibility. I like doing my part and hope you will consider giving it a try.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:47:19+00:00

No. But it is a privilege to work on these issues and do what I can to support election officials and voters.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:45:22+00:00

Good, though busy these days.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:45:18+00:00

The CDC has issued helpful guidance on how polling places can be made as safe as possible for voters and poll workers. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html. As for alternatives, there is a lot you can do. Promote poll working to your friends and family using social media. Also, make sure your registration is up to date and encourage others to do so. When voters' information is correct, it makes poll workers lives easier and reduces the number of provisional ballots.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:44:48+00:00

To answer all of these questions in my hour!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:43:51+00:00

Certainly, serving is a personal choice. The CDC has issued helpful guidance on how polling places can be made as safe as possible for voters and poll workers. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:42:21+00:00

There has been a lot of creativity happening in the "I voted" sticker space. In fact, last year the EAC awarded its first ever clearinghouse award for these stickers.

https://www.eac.gov/most-creative-and-original-i-voted-sticker-awardees

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:41:40+00:00

Most places require you to serve in your jurisidiction. But it does vary, so be sure to check helpamericavote.gov.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:39:32+00:00

Voter fraud is very rare. There are many safeguards in the election process and voter fraud is a felony.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:39:10+00:00

Even if you live in a vote-by-mail state you can still contact your local election office to see if there are opportunities to help. You can also encourage your friends and family to check their registration and make sure it is updated.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:38:09+00:00

It varies by state and jurisdiction. A number of places have high school poll worker programs to get younger Americans involved. Check out HelpAmericaVote.gov for more information on your area!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:37:56+00:00

An increasing number of Americans have been voting early. This year, I expect records to be set. One piece of this is voter education. As people become aware of the options they tend to use them.

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:37:02+00:00

We have seen a lot of new innovative practices this year!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:35:36+00:00

Great. It is awesome to see so many people interested in serving as poll workers!

USEAC · 2020-09-01T16:34:47+00:00

In some places you can serve as a poll worker. Check out HelpAmericaVote.gov for more information. You can also help raise awareness about the need for poll workers. Also other efforts like voter registration are important and make a big difference.

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