Voting and Informed Decision-Making

Emily discusses the importance of voting and provides tips on becoming an informed voter. She explains how to learn about candidates and issues, emphasizing the roles of local, state, and federal officials. Emily suggests various resources for researching candidates, especially on issues affecting people with disabilities. She encourages using online tools and community discussions to make informed voting decisions.

Why is it important to be informed about candidates and issues before voting?

• To follow what others are doing

• To ensure your vote is powerful and meaningful

• To make a random choice

• To avoid voting altogether

Which website can you visit to find out who will be on your ballot?

• VoteNow.com

• BallotCheck.com

• ElectionInfo.org

• IndianaVoters.com

What is one way to learn about the candidates running for office?

• Not participating in discussions

• Avoiding social media

• Visiting IndianaVoters.com

• Ignoring the news

Which local officials help shape issues that directly affect people with disabilities?

• City-Council Members

• U.S Representatives

• Senators

• Governors

What do state-level officials oversee?

• SSI and SSDI

• Employment First initiatives

• Local school systems

• Medicare

Which federal officials decide issues related to Medicare and the Affordable Care Act?

• City-Council Members

• State Representatives

• Senators and U.S Representatives

• Mayors

What is a good starting point for learning about candidates?

• Avoiding discussions

• Ignoring the news

• Talking to friends and family

• Not voting

Which online resource is recommended for researching issues affecting people with disabilities?

• Entertainment websites

• Unverified social media posts

• Respect Ability Report

• Random blogs

What should you do after completing your research on candidates and issues?

• Share it with no one

• Ignore the information

• Become an informed voter

• Forget about voting

Where can you find more information or resources on your voting rights?

• Random websites

• Social media rumors

• Indiana Disability Rights

• Unverified sources