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Country Profile
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/countries/article/united-kingdom

https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/united-kingdom/

The UK Voting System https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zcrsg82/revision/1

Voting participation in the UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zgft2nb/revision/1

Key dates in UK voting History https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/transformingsociety/electionsvoting/chartists/keydates/

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The First Past the Post voting system - Voting system in the UK - National 5 Modern Studies Revision - BBC Bitesize

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Learn what the First Past the Post voting system is, how MPs are chosen for the House of Commons and the advantages and disadvantages of this system.

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Free and Fair Elections

Does your vote count? The Electoral College explained

Election Basics: Crash Course Government and Politics #36

https://followmyvote.com/us-electoral-process/

Voting and Elections:https://www.usa.gov/voting

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With the 2022 midterm election right around the corner, millions of newly eligible voters across the country are preparing to cast their ballot for the very first time. About 36% of 18- to 29-year-olds polled said they plan to vote this year in the U.S., making them one of the most important groups to turn up on Election Day. However, first-time voters are also the group least likely to register to vote and to cast their ballot come election time.

There are many things to figure out if it's your first-time voting, including your eligibility, timing, logistics, candidates, and more. Maybe you're turning 18 and you're not sure where to start, or maybe you're eager to get involved in the electoral process. From researching candidates and picking your party to registering and casting your ballot, we've got you covered. Here's what you need to know to exercise your right to vote.

Seven Steps to Casting Your Ballot

Being a first-time voter can feel intimidating as you navigate through new processes and learn the various steps to cast your vote. Luckily, with a few good resources and some guidance, you can feel confident walking into your polling station for the first time. Below are seven simple steps to follow to make your vote count.

Step 1

Register to Vote

Before casting your ballot, you need to register. Each state sets its own requirements and deadlines, with some allowing you to register on Election Day, and others requiring registration in advance. Here are the three most common registration options:

Step 2

Choose Your Party Affiliation

Depending on your state, you may have the opportunity to participate in an open or closed primary. Open primaries allow you to vote without affiliating with a political party while closed require you to identify your political allegiance. Political parties are groups of people who share the same views about how the government should be run and what it should do. These parties work together to win elections. Before joining a political party, let's get to know the core tenets of each.

Step 3

Research the Candidates

Just because you identify with a particular party, candidates within that party often run on nuanced platforms. Before throwing your support behind a candidate based simply on their affiliation, take time to understand their qualifications, voting record, and positions.

Step 4

Understand the Issues

After you have a good handle on political party platforms and the candidates running, it's time to learn about the issues at stake during a particular election. Whether voting for a local councilperson or the U.S. President, educate yourself about how the results of the election can affect issues such as the economy, civil rights, taxation, immigration, and individual liberties. When looking up information, remember that not all news sources are created equally. We look at which sources should be trusted when conducting research.

Step 5

Check State-Specific Right & Rules

Each of state sets its own requirements for first-time voter registration. The majority of states require applicants to provide some type of photo identification and/or government document that identifies citizenship status. Some states also require documentation of your current address, so make sure to check what your state's requirements are. Check out Vote.org to see a list of voting rules by state.

Step 6

Find Your Polling Place

Your polling location is determined based on your address, meaning you must go to a specific place to cast your vote. If you're unsure where your assigned polling place is, contact your local election office or use websites such as Get to the Polls or the USA.gov search tool.

Step 7

Cast Your Ballot

When you arrive at your polling place, there are several different types of voting you'll encounter. Some localities still use paper ballots while others have moved to touch-screen voting machines. Tutorials are available if you feel unsure of how to use the provided method. Be sure to check the hours of your polling location and remember that as long as you are in line prior to the polls closing, election officials must let you vote-regardless of how long it takes before your turn.

First-Time Voter Populations

First-time voters comprise a diverse group of people across the lifespan who may identify as ethnic and/or religious minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, or women. In 2022, first-time voters have the opportunity to usher in a wave of demographic transformation. Millions of Generation Z Americans, those born after 1996, will be able to vote for the first time, marking an important change. No matter how you identify as a first-time voter, the following sections provide information on how you can connect with others about the issues important to you.

Military

Active or reserve members of the military, combined with veterans, comprise this bloc of voters.
Why Their Vote Matters
2 018 data from The Pew Research Center and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs found that veterans alone make up 20.3 million individuals, not to mention those on active duty.

Religious Groups

Religious groups comprise individuals who believe in some type of higher power, regardless of their faith tradition.
Why Their Vote Matters
Approximately 63% of Americans identify as Christian while an additional 6% are members of non-Christian faiths according to the Pew Research Forum. Evangelical Christians tend to lean conservative while other sects lean more liberal, making this population an important one for politicians to court.

Women

Americans who identify as female.
Why Their Vote Matters
As of 2020, more women than men lived in the United States. Approximately 167.5 million women live in the country, as compared to 162.4 million men. Women also tend to vote more frequently than men, making them an important voting group.

Voting Abroad

Nearly nine million Americans currently live outside the U.S. for one reason or another, making it imperative that the federal government make voting an easy process while abroad. We look at two common ways of voting for expats below.

Ballot Breakdown: Federal & State Election Glossary

Even though a presidential election takes up a lot of space in the news, many other opportunities exist for you to make your voice heard in local, state, provincial, and federal elections. If you want to sound like a pro during election season, familiarize yourself with these common terms.

Student Voting FAQ

First-time voters often have lots of questions about the process. Luckily for all you first-timers out there, we're here to answer some of the most common ones.

Student Voter Resources

If you want to learn more about first-time voting, check out a few of the trusted resources highlighted in this section.

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A First-Time Voting Guide for Students and Other Newcomers

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With the 2022 midterm election right around the corner, millions of newly eligible voters across the country are preparing to cast their ballot for the very first time. About 36% of 18- to 29-year-olds polled said they plan to vote this year in the U.S., making them one of the most important groups to turn up on Election Day.

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Video: How is the Australian Federal Government elected?

Federal Elections explained

Voting in Australia

Elections and voting in Australia

Elections and the electoral system

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https://www.pmo.gov.sg/The-Government

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5UBprWgWIg

Voting:

https://www.eld.gov.sg/voters_how.html

https://www.gov.sg/article/can-i-vote

https://singaporelegaladvice.com/law-articles/is-it-compulsory-to-vote-in-the-elections/

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If a person is a qualified elector and the Presidential election or the Parliamentary election in his electoral division (also known as constituency) is contested, he must present himself as a voter at his allotted polling station on Polling Day to cast his vote between 8 am and 8 pm.

Three Simple Steps to Voting

The voter must bring along his original or digital NRIC (or identity cards issued by the Ministry of Defence, Singapore Police Force or Singapore Civil Defence Force for uniformed personnel) or passport to the polling station. Photocopies of these identification documents are not allowed. Bringing along the poll or ePoll card card will facilitate checks.

The voter should mark his choice clearly with an "X" in one of the empty boxes on the ballot paper.

In order to maintain voting secrecy, a voter should observe the following:

DON'T sign or make any marks on the ballot paper that may identify him;

DON'T show his ballot paper to anyone else in the polling station.

After the voter has marked his choice on his ballot paper, he should fold his ballot paper into half, proceed to drop his ballot paper in the ballot box without delay and leave the polling station.