AARP Indiana continues proud tradition of nonpartisan voter education

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Voters across Indiana went to the polls May 2 to vote in local election primaries and various referenda that varied town to town, city to city.

AARP Indiana proudly provided accurate, nonpartisan information on voter registration, how to find polling places, and more, as part of its 2023 voting guide.

Additionally, a series of videos called 60 Seconds with the Candidates: 2023 Primary Race for Mayor of Gary was provided. Local volunteers also helped sponsor and facilitate the Gary Democratic Primary Debate at St. Timothy’s Church. More than 200 people attended, and it was a standing-room only event.  

“Team Gary is proud to have played a positive, nonpartisan role in local voting,” Emily Gorman, AARP Indiana director of outreach, said. “We’re eager to continue providing accurate election information, including where candidates stand on issues that impact Hoosiers 50-plus, as well as engaging with voters statewide, especially as we approach the 2023 General Election in November.”

Nonpartisan voter engagement looks different year-to-year, election cycle to election cycle.

While the AARP Indiana team is solidifying plans for the fall, we’re reflecting on what the challenges might be for voters and evaluating the educational tactics of past elections.

“AARP, as a nationwide organization, has been doing a lot of hard work to make sure that the 50-plus can show up to vote,” Addison Pollock, AARP Indiana director of community engagement, said. “In the past, we’ve shown up in print media, at events, and more to encourage people to vote and we plan to continue that tradition in 2023.

“With changes to absentee voting law in Indiana going into effect this July, Hoosiers can expect us to be using as many communication channels as we can to make sure that people of all ages can make their voices heard, whether they vote on election day, traveling voting board, or absentee ballot.”

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