13.52: GGS Votes: Register, Show Up, and Make It Count

It’s time to talk voting! 🗳️ In this episode of Geek Girl Soup, Susan is joined by Cynthia, a dedicated volunteer voter registrar and poll worker in Texas. Together, they dive deep into the ins and outs of registering to vote, navigating election laws, and ensuring your vote counts.

Cynthia shares her journey, starting from her early days as a poll worker to her current role in voter registration. Along the way, we uncover the hurdles voters face and the best ways to overcome them. Whether you're a college student, a recent mover, or just unsure about your voter registration status, Cynthia's got you covered with helpful tips and advice.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• Important dates and deadlines for voter registration

• How to update your registration if you’ve recently moved

• Absentee and early voting options, especially for students

• The myths around voter fraud and why they don’t hold up

• How gerrymandering affects voting rights and representation

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and meet Cynthia!

01:30 – Cynthia’s journey from poll worker to voter registrar

03:15 – Key deadlines for voter registration in Texas

06:45 – Absentee ballots: Dos and Don’ts

15:30 – Election Day logistics: What to bring, where to go

17:45 – Gerrymandering and how it affects voter turnout

25:10 – The best ways to get involved and increase voter participation

Important Links:

• Check your voter registration: [voteTexas.gov](https://www.votetexas.gov)

• National Voter Registration Day: September 17th

• Last day to register in Texas: October 7th

• Early voting in Texas: October 21st - November 1st

Join us as we break down everything you need to know to make your vote count. It's time to show up and make your voice heard!