Indiana has hit a significant milestone as the state announces that more than 90% of eligible voters are currently registered ahead of the November General Election. Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales shared the news on National Voter Registration Day, nudging those who haven't yet signed up to get on board before the October 7 deadline. According to a statement obtained by FOX59, Morales said, "As Chief Election Officer, I work tirelessly every day to encourage every eligible Hoosier to register to vote."
Civic groups have launched their own drives to boost voter registration. This includes efforts to ensure previously incarcerated individuals like Jeannie Reed are informed of their rights. Reed, who at 40 voted for the first time, expressed the importance of having a voice in an interview with Indiana Capital Chronicle: "… please get out there and register. I think it’s very important we all have a say, and we all have a voice."
The effects of these initiatives are tangible. For example, a coalition called All IN for Democracy, consisting of groups like the League of Women Voters Indiana and Hoosier Asian American Power, are spearheading efforts to get more Hoosiers registered before the fast-approaching deadline. Their campaign has even reached an unhoused man, who learned he could still register to vote despite the lack of a permanent address, as reported by the Indiana Capital Chronicle.
The Indiana Secretary of State's Office has made it easy for residents to check their voter registration status, update it, or register to vote at the official website, IndianaVoters.com. The site offers a streamlined way for individuals to ensure they are part of the electorate. "It’s especially exciting to see our younger generation getting involved in the election process," Morales told Eagle Country Online.
