(for Trump).
(Basically, Big Wealth plays a BIG role in politics.)
Here are some ways to get involved in theupcoming 2024 electionwhen you dont have a ton of resources.
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Volunteer for a local candidate who aligns with policies you care about.
These really small offices can have a huge impact on your quality of life, Litman explains.
She notes that these peoples decisions can have national ripple effects, using coroners as an example.
Plus as Litman says, these elections are often super close.
Races will come down to 1 or 10 or a few dozen votes, she explains.
It can direct you to sites showing where the candidates stand on issues you really care about.
You, as a volunteer, are one of their most precious resources.
Consider giving your time to an organization that protects democracy in general.
Baker says she once used it when a poll worker on ballot day told her that she wasnt registered.
Election Protection figured it out ASAP: She was just at the wrong site.
They help train you.
(Hereshow to volunteer!)
Baker says being a poll worker on election day is another impactful role.
Heres how tosign up.
to your local political party chapter versus the national one is another great option, Baker says.
Thats the local chapter buying water bottles, not the national party.
If you’re free to swing it, make microdonations at the local level.
You could be one of their biggest donors with 5 or 10 bucks, she says.
Assume the role of social media influencer.
Think of yourself as an influencer in your community, she explains.
Have tough dinner table convos with loved ones.
I can say, Hey, mom, youve had a miscarriage before.
You getting access to health care could have been affected by an abortion ban.
Even if you werent intentionally trying to terminate that pregnancy, it wouldve affected you.
I can go up against that misinformation in a personalized way.
The key to sway someone, Baker says, ismaking it personal.
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