When it comes to showing up for elections Americans generally fail but liberals are even worse.According to the New York Times, in both 2010 and 2014 Republicans were 20 percent more likely to cast a ballot in midterm elections than Democrats nationwide. However, despite a comparatively high economic approval rating, Donald Trump's favorability amongst Americans is particularly low.This is a sign that more liberals could turn up to the polls for the highly anticipated 2018 midterms and other special elections happening throughout 2017.If you have a strong opinion on how the government should be run, don't just talk about it— take action. Make sure you're registered to vote so that you can have your voice heard. Then show up on Election Day in local and federal races to make your vote count. VICE Impact has partnered with Democracy Works in their TurboVote initiative to get people registered. Sign up today to have an effect on tomorrow.
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Republicans Are 20 Percent More Likely to Vote Than Democrats in Midterm Elections
For the week leading up to the one-year anniversary of the 2016 elections, VICE Impact will be featuring facts that illustrate a broken electoral system in America, and how the nation can do better.
