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VoteLikeAGeek is a non-partisan civic information tool. No spin, no agenda — just the facts you need to make an informed decision at the ballot box.

⚠ NOTICE: VoteLikeAGeek is non-partisan and has no political affiliation. We present candidate information factually and equally. We do not endorse any candidate, party, or political position.

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The Data on Democracy

Numbers don't lie. Here's why your vote is the most powerful thing you can do.

158M
Americans voted in 2020

A record 66.8% voter turnout — the highest in over a century.

<100
Votes can decide local elections

Many city council and school board races are decided by fewer than 100 votes.

3.1M
Elected officials in the U.S.

From President to local water board — every seat is filled by an election.

18+
Age to vote in all 50 states

If you're 18 or older and a U.S. citizen, you have the right to vote.

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How It Works

Three steps to know your ballot.

01

Select Your Location

Choose your state and county to pull up the races on your specific ballot.

02

See Your Candidates

View every candidate running for every office in your area — listed neutrally.

03

Read Their Bios

Each candidate has a profile with background, experience, and stated positions.

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Find Your Ballot

Enter your location to see who's running in your area.

ballot_lookup.sh

$ ./find_candidates --location=?

Select State...
Select County...
Show My Candidates