This resource page contains critical information on the civic engagement process in the United States and answers to frequently asked questions new Americans have about voting in the United States. #NewAmericansVote

Why should I vote?

Voting is a personal decision that only you can make for yourself. However, there are several reasons you may want to vote.

• It’s your right. Voting is your constitutional right as an American citizen.

• It’s how you elect people who have your best interest in mind.

• Voting is how we choose local, state, and national (or federal) representatives who make decisions on issues like education, health care, jobs, immigration policy, infrastructure, and the economy.

• Elected officials decide how to use the taxes you pay. By voting, you play an active role in deciding how your hard-earned taxpayer money is used.

• Voting is more than choosing a president or senators and congressional representatives. Many local positions are also decided during elections, which can significantly impact your community.

• It’s how you make your unique voice heard. Voting is a powerful way for immigrant communities to make their unique perspectives heard on the local, state, and national levels. Historically, some racial minorities in the United States have been underrepresented or had their voting rights suppressed, so it is especially impactful for them to claim their rights and use their voices.

• It’s a key way to participate in our democracy. New Americans come from every country and have diverse political opinions and policy priorities. When more people from all backgrounds can vote, our democracy is more representative.

Source: @NewAmericans