Although it may seem obvious, one of the easiest but most important actions you can take to help your country is vote, and encourage your family and friends to do so as well! In order to preserve the integrity of our democracy and ensure the will of the people is carried out by our government, it is important to make your voice heard. Next year, your vote in the 2020 presidential elections is more important than ever! This is our opportunity to change the leadership of our country and the direction it is heading in. According to an article by Pew Research Center, only 37% of Americans approve of the way President Trump's leadership and the majority of the American public, 58%, trust what Trump says less than previous presidents. In addition, 59% of Americans view the ethical standards of Trump's top administration officials as not good or poor. We must come together as a nation to change an administration that is dishonest, unethical, and unrepresentative of the views of the American people.
Not only is it important that you participate in every election, but it is equally if not more important to be an educated voter. Educating yourself allows you to make informed decisions about who you are voting for so that you can vote for people who will enact the will of the people.
Below is a list of resources to help you be informed about the most urgent issues of today: