Why every American living abroad should vote in US elections

Writing in the New York Times Magazine on October 11, The Ethicist considered a question about voting from overseas from Kim, who has moved permanently to Sweden and asked, “I’m an American living abroad. Should I vote in US elections?” The answer is YES.

Millions of (non-military) Americans live outside the USA. We are good citizens of both the land...

Vital state elections in Virginia and Louisiana – take part!

Elections in Virginia and Louisiana will determine, among other things, who will run the 2024 federal elections in those states. If you’re from either state, be sure to take part. Act now; deadlines for registration and ballot requests are close!

Virginia

Virginians will vote for candidates in the General Assembly and local offices; election day is Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Join the Continuing Fight to Preserve Democracy in the United States

This article was updated to add further information on September 11, 2023.

The time from now through the 2024 election cycle may constitute the toughest test yet of democracy in the United States of America. Many groups and individuals – from all political parties and at all levels of society – are working hard to preserve democratic institutions and the...

Ohio Special State Election on August 8, 2023

Overseas Ohioans who intend to return to the USA need to take part in the upcoming special state-level election. To do so, register/request your ballot today! Go to the US Vote Foundation to register/request your ballot and see Ohio voting requirements and information.

A referendum has been called for the citizens of Ohio to vote on a proposed amendment to...

What Overseas Voters Can Do in 2023

From the viewpoint of federal elections (presidency and US Congress), 2023 is an off year, with only special federal elections taking place. But overseas voters who intend to return to the USA at some point can take part in the many state and local elections scheduled for this year. (Do remember that checking the “intend to return” box when registering...