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The 2018 midterm elections are less than a month away, which means that in many states, voter registration deadlines are fast approaching — or, in some cases, end Tuesday. October 9 is the last day to register to vote in 13 states: Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas. It’s the last day to register by mail or in person in Louisiana, but you still have until October 16 to register online.
Voters on the left and right are energized to go to the polls on November 6.
Among Democrats, there’s been buzz of a blue wave, with polls showing that progressives are excited to go to the ballot box. A historic number of women are on the ballot this year, especially Democrats, and women could lead enthusiasm in the left.
Among Republicans, voter enthusiasm has been more of an open question, but some GOP leaders think the bruising battle over Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court may have lit a fire under their base. Polling evidence suggests the Kavanaugh fight could help Republicans in the Senate, but in the House of Representatives, it could have the opposite effect.
In 12 states and the District of Columbia, you can register up to and on the day of the election, though you’ll avoid certain levels of bureaucratic hassle if you meet earlier registration deadlines ahead of time. The deadline to vote in Alaska and Rhode Island has already passed.
Wonder when the last day is to register to vote in your state? Here’s a list with links to learn more about voting in each state.
