Election Day Preppers
Instead of preparing for the worst, let’s prepare to win.
Straight to the Point
We’re all wondering what’s next, and the answer is: gearing up for midterms in 2026!
Take Stock
In Politics Is for Power, Eitan Hersh asks a crucial question: Are you treating politics like entertainment, or are you taking real action?
We’ve learned so much in these past few weeks, and now it’s time to take stock, harness our energy, and continue to drive change. Let’s shift from consuming politics to creating more impact—and inspire others to do the same.
Results Over Time
We all love stories of people making a huge difference. But it’s important to remember change is rarely instant. Even some of the biggest “overnight successes” took years of preparation.
Take Harriet Tubman—she didn’t free dozens of enslaved people in one daring rescue. She made 13 trips, saving over 70 people. It took patience, strategy, and relentless courage.
Prepare for the Best
Remember doomsday preppers? Let’s flip the script. Instead of preparing for the worst, let’s prepare to win. Be an election day prepper! Stockpile strategies and develop skills for success on November 3, 2026 by taking action today.
Look up your districts. Learn them by heart as well as the office holder's name for each one.
Follow your elected officials (regardless of party) on social media and sign up for their newsletters.
Check your voter registration and help others do the same.
Donate to organizations that fight for democracy.
Support mutual aid efforts in your community.
Level up your skills with the National Democratic Training Committee. NDTC offers a wide variety of free training courses available on demand, virtual, and in person.
Sign up to be an election judge with your local election authority.
Become a notary.
Build community—join your township club or a local chapter of a progressive organization.
Volunteer for initiative petition efforts, such as LGBTQ+ rights, protecting direct democracy, and more.
Get trained to run a campaign with Arena.
Get ready to run for office (yes, you!).
Reply All
Pick one action from the list above—or something else that matters to you. Maybe it’s donating to a food drive or attending a school board meeting. Whatever it is—do it. Our democracy depends on people who show up. Share about it in the comments.
Post It
Encourage others to become election day preppers! Share ways to gear up for the midterms with friends and family. Better yet, invite someone to take action with you.
South County Democratic Club had a great Instagram post this week full of ideas to keep the momentum going.
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