2. Promote the Vote Protect the Vote General Election Day November 2, 2010 Polls open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. National Council of Jewish Women

4. Time is running out … count the weeks we have left to get ready for Election Day….. It’s later than you think to make sure that 2010 sees the largest women’s turnout…………… E V E R !!!

5. Bringing Out the Vote Americans feel confident in the stability of their system, so they are unmotivated to get involved in politics - especially when times are good. COMMON REASONS FOR LOW VOTER PARTICIPATION in the UNITED STATES: Americans are lazy; they have it too easy. It is difficult to register and to vote on a work day. (In many countries, votes are taken on weekend days.) Americans are cynical about outcomes in a two party system. Americans are cynical about politics and politicians altogether. TV election coverage on Election Day concludes outcomes early, and discourages voting later in the day. Campaigns are much too long in the U.S., and people tire of the whole thing. People feel that only one vote can't count much.

6. Join NCJW members around the country Make this election count Register the women in your life and your community HELP EVERY ONE OF THEM TO VOTE !!

7. EVERY VOTE COUNTS Here are just a few of the reasons why why: Civil Rights Roe v Wade Education Religion-State Separation Child Care Social Security Immigration Reform Judicial Nominations Health Care Wiretapping Habeas Corpus Women’s Rights Gun Control Contraceptive Access Hate Crimes Birth Control Global Warming Gay Rights

8. Registration Forms & Absentee Ballots Devise strategies to provide registration forms and absentees ballots to all persons needing these forms October 1, 2010 Last day to register or change voting address for the General Election October 2, 2010 Deadline for receipt by County Clerk of mailed application for absentee ballot for the General Election 3 p.m. November 1, 2010 Deadline for obtaining an absentee ballot application in person at the County Clerk's office for the General Election DEADLINES:

9. Volunteer at Polling Places to guard against voting obstacles Warning signs: Excessively long wait to voteExcessively long wait to vote Equipment malfunctionEquipment malfunction Delayed opening of pollsDelayed opening of polls Inaccessibility for people with disabilitiesInaccessibility for people with disabilities Voters leaving without voting due to long lines, insufficient ballots, machine malfunctions and other problemsVoters leaving without voting due to long lines, insufficient ballots, machine malfunctions and other problems

10. Be a Poll Worker Sign up through: YourYour local government USUS Election Assistance Commission TheThe National Association of State Election Directors OrOr coordinate with national organizations like People for the American Way. Often, poll workers are required to participate in a short training, so be sure to sign up well before Election Day.

11. Provide a ride to the Polls for those who need help to get there Identify people that may need a ride – i.e. disabled and elderly voters in your community Make sure your vehicle is in good order Don’t display partisan bumper stickers Plan routes in advance Spread the word that you are available to provide this service Keep your promise – don’t let anyone down

12. Telephone squad to Urge people to vote on election day A brief sample script will be provided Keep track of whom you have contacted in case they need transportation to the polls Don’t forget to make additional calls to your friends and family

13. Notice NCJW’s activities to promote the vote and bring out the vote are offered without regard to the voter’s political preference. Information and other assistance regarding registering or voting, including transportation and other services offered, shall not be withheld or refused on the basis of support for or opposition to particular candidates or a particular party. The posting of this notice is required by the Federal Election Commission