Anderson's plan will empower young adults, educators to participate in the election process
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Joined by Cedar Rapids educators, Iowa Secretary of State Candidate Brad Anderson today announced his plan to increase voter turnout among eligible young adults and students in Iowa.
"Iowans understand that our communities, our state, and our nation work best when everyone's voice is heard," said Brad Anderson. "To become first in the nation in voter turnout we must increase turnout among all Iowans, especially first time voters and students. Through the development of an educational program and Digital Election Ambassador program, I will work with students and educators to find innovative ways to increase civic participation and empower young adults to make a difference in their community."
Anderson's plan empowers students and educators by ensuring they have the resources necessary to teach and learn about the election process in Iowa. Additionally, Anderson has proposed creating a Digital Election Ambassador program, which will identify and facilitate conversations about the importance of participating in our democracy.
Anderson, a small business owner from Des Moines, has proposed a series of initiatives to increase voter participation across the state. More information about his previous policy proposals is available online at www.andersonforiowa.com.
Partner with local educators to offer students the opportunity to learn about the election process in Iowa, particularly the process for voter registration and early voting.
Work with students and educators to develop a Digital Election Ambassador program to reach Iowa's newest voters where they are.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Joined by Cedar Rapids educators, Iowa Secretary of State Candidate Brad Anderson today announced his plan to increase voter turnout among eligible young adults and students in Iowa.
"Iowans understand that our communities, our state, and our nation work best when everyone's voice is heard," said Brad Anderson. "To become first in the nation in voter turnout we must increase turnout among all Iowans, especially first time voters and students. Through the development of an educational program and Digital Election Ambassador program, I will work with students and educators to find innovative ways to increase civic participation and empower young adults to make a difference in their community."
Anderson's plan empowers students and educators by ensuring they have the resources necessary to teach and learn about the election process in Iowa. Additionally, Anderson has proposed creating a Digital Election Ambassador program, which will identify and facilitate conversations about the importance of participating in our democracy.
Anderson, a small business owner from Des Moines, has proposed a series of initiatives to increase voter participation across the state. More information about his previous policy proposals is available online at www.andersonforiowa.com.
ANDERSON PLAN TO INCREASE VOTER TURNOUT
AMONG IOWA STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS
AMONG IOWA STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS
Partner with local educators to offer students the opportunity to learn about the election process in Iowa, particularly the process for voter registration and early voting.
- As Secretary of State, I will work with local educators to offer an educational program that emphasizes the importance of civic participation and outlines the process for voter registration and early voting. Students and young adults have busy schedules and it can often be a struggle to find the time to make it to the polls on Election Day. We are fortunate enough to live in a state that provides voters with multiple ways to cast their ballot and the Secretary of State's office must play an instrumental role in informing Iowans of these options, especially for our state's newest voters.
Work with students and educators to develop a Digital Election Ambassador program to reach Iowa's newest voters where they are.
- Since announcing my candidacy, I have travelled the state talking about my plan to modernize the office of Secretary of State and increase access to the polls through 21st century solutions. Whether its Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, young people are becoming more and more connected to the Internet. As Secretary of State, I will work with students and educators to use new forms of digital communication to reach Iowa's youngest voters where they are: in the classroom and on the Internet.
- To expand the reach, impact, and visibility of these efforts, the office of Secretary of State will identify and facilitate Digital Election Ambassadors comprised of students and educators who are engaged with their communities and concerned about the future of our state. These ambassadors will be provided with the resources needed to inform their friends, classmates, and students of the voting processes of Iowa and the importance of civic participation. Nothing is more important or powerful than peer-to-peer communication, and through the Digital Election Ambassador program students will be encouraged and empowered to talk with other students about the importance of participating in our democracy.
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