Election News & Voter Guides
Nonpartisan election information, voter resources, and analysis for informed citizens.
2026 Midterm Elections: Everything You Need to Know
A comprehensive guide to the 2026 midterms — what's at stake, key races to watch, and how to prepare to vote.
Read more →The 10 Senate Races That Will Decide 2026
These competitive Senate races will determine control of the chamber and shape policy for years to come.
Read more →2026 Governor Races: Who's Running and Who's Ahead
36 states will elect governors in 2026. Here's what you need to know about the most competitive races.
Read more →How to Register to Vote in 2026: State-by-State Guide
Registration deadlines vary by state. Find out how and when to register in your state.
Read more →How to Read Your Ballot: A First-Timer's Guide
Voting for the first time? Here's how to understand your ballot and feel confident in the voting booth.
Read more →What Are Ballot Measures and Why Do They Matter?
Understand the different types of ballot measures and how they become law.
Read more →Abortion Ballot Measures in 2026: State-by-State Tracker
Which states will vote on abortion rights in 2026, and what each measure would do.
Read more →Marijuana Legalization on the Ballot in 2026
Track which states are voting on cannabis legalization and what the measures propose.
Read more →Early Voting 2026: Dates, Rules, and How to Vote Early
Avoid lines on Election Day. Learn when and where you can vote early in your state.
Read more →Mail-In Voting 2026: Complete State-by-State Guide
How to request, complete, and return your mail-in ballot properly.
Read more →Voter ID Requirements by State: 2026 Updated Guide
What ID you need to vote in your state, and what to do if you don't have it.
Read more →How Election Polls Work (And Why They're Sometimes Wrong)
Understand polling methodology, margins of error, and why polls can miss the mark.
Read more →2026 Election Dates: Primary, Runoff, and General Election Calendar
Mark your calendar: key dates for the 2026 election cycle state by state.
Read more →Key House Races to Watch in 2026
The most competitive US House districts that could flip control of Congress.
Read more →Minimum Wage Ballot Measures: Which States Are Voting
Track state minimum wage proposals on the 2026 ballot.
Read more →Gun Policy Ballot Measures in 2026
Which states will vote on gun control, gun rights, and firearms regulation.
Read more →Education Funding and School Choice on 2026 Ballots
School funding, vouchers, and education policy ballot measures in 2026.
Read more →What Is a Runoff Election? How They Work and Why They Matter
Understanding runoff elections, when they happen, and how they work.
Read more →Midterm vs Presidential Elections: What's the Difference?
Why midterm elections matter and how they differ from presidential years.
Read more →2026 Primary Election Results and What They Mean
Analysis of 2026 primary results and what they signal for November.
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