Please vote in the updcoming midterms! This is perhaps your best chance influence politics.
Do you intend to vote in the upcoming midterm elections?
Your vote in the midterms carries significant weight—often more than in a general election. While it won’t decide the president, it will shape the national agenda for the next two years. Here are five reasons to vote in the upcoming midterms:
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Shape national policyRight now, the party in the White House also holds the majority in Congress, allowing major policy initiatives to move forward with limited oversight. Midterm elections can shift that balance. Issues like healthcare, taxes, climate change, foreign policy (including ongoing conflicts in Iran, Ukraine, and Israel), and trade tariffs are all influenced by which party controls Congress.
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Check presidential powerYour midterm vote is one of the most effective ways to prevent overreach. While it doesn’t choose the president, it determines whether Congress can serve as a check on executive power. A shift in Congress is a constitutional safeguard—and it starts with voting.
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Influence your communityState and local races on the ballot directly impact schools, infrastructure, and public safety. Midterm turnout is typically lower, so each vote has greater influence—especially in close races. In Colorado, more voters are unaffiliated than registered Democrats or Republicans combined, making every vote even more pivotal. Real change often begins at the local level.
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Hold leaders accountableMidterms give voters a chance to support or replace current representatives. This accountability helps maintain a balanced, responsive government.
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Set the stage for 2028Midterm results send a clear message about which issues matter most to voters. By expressing your priorities mid-term, you help shape the national conversation leading into the next presidential election.
In Colorado:
Midterm ballots begin mailing out on October 2. If you're already registered, you’ll receive yours automatically. If not, you can register online at coloradosos.gov/voter, by mail, or in person at a voter registration agency or DMV. You can register up to and including Election Day, but to guarantee your mail-in ballot arrives on time, register at least eight days before the election. The easiest and fastest way is through the official voter portal: coloradosos.gov/voter.
Once registered, your ballot will be mailed to you—no extra steps needed.
