Election Information for Teens

Are you a first time voter? Need to learn how to register, or want to find out what issues are on the ballot this year? These sites can help you get started voting and fact checking for this year's election. The library will also be participating in National Voter Registration Day 2020. Stop by your local library on September 22 to get registration forms and ask questions!

USA.gov How to Register to Vote
Learn how to register to vote and find the deadlines for voter registration in your state.

League of Women Voters, Santa Clara County
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. They have information on voter registration, polling places and ballot measures.

Rock the Vote
Rock the Vote is a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to building the political power of young people. Learn about voting, current issues and how you can get involved.

California Students Vote Project
Information on voter registration and how to start registering people at your school

Vote 411- First Time Voter Checklist
Register to vote, check your voter registration status and see what is on your local ballot.

Fact Check.org
A nonprofit that monitors the factual accuracy of what is said by major U.S. political players in the form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews and news releases.

PolitiFact
A nonprofit that rates the accuracy of statements made by those involved with US politics.