We stand at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, and it’s an exciting time because we have the power to shape our country’s future in crucial issues such as voting rights, education and much more. This power lies in our voices and votes, which can significantly influence the election outcomes.
Through The South’s Got Now | Decidimos campaign, we are uniting voters from across the Deep South in a powerful movement to show that together, we can forge the change we wish to see in our communities. Join us in having a positive impact and showing the nation what we can achieve when we come together!
Are You Registered?
Key Dates
Alabama
April 28
Special Primary Voter Registration Deadline
May 13
Special Primary Election
June 9
General Election Voter Registration Deadline
June 10
Special Primary Runoff
June 24
General Election
Aug. 11
General / Municipal Elections Voter Registration Deadline
Aug. 26
General / Municipal Elections
Sept. 23
General / Municipal Runoff Elections
Florida
March 3
Special Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline
April 1
Special Primary Election
May 12
Special Election Voter Registration Deadline
June 10
Special Election
Georgia
May 18
Special Primary Voter Registration Deadline
June 17
Special Primary Election
July 15
Special Primary Runoff Election
Aug. 18
Special Election Voter Registration Deadline
Sept. 16
Special Election
Oct. 6
General Election Voter Registration Deadline
Nov. 4
General Election
Dec. 2
General Runoff Election
Louisiana
March 29
Municipal Primary Election
April 12
Municipal General Voter Registration Deadline
May 3
Municipal General Election
May 17
Special General Election Voter Registration Deadline
June 7
Special General Election
Mississippi
March 3
Primary Voter Registration Deadline
March 24
Primary Voter Registration Deadline Runoff
April 1
Primary Election
April 22
Primary Election Runoff
May 5
General Voter Registration Deadline
May 26
General Voter Registration Deadline Runoff
June 3
General Election
June 24
General Election Runoff
Oct. 6
Special Election Primary
Nov. 4
Special Elecion
Levels to This
The Levels to This game is a new interactive game that combines playing cards, blocks, and dice to educate, inspire, and transform young people’s civic participation and spark meaningful conversations about the importance of local elections.
Here is just a sampling of the game. To play: Click on the cards to reveal the answers.
Levels to This Game: Question 1
Card Front: Who has the power to call the state legislature into special sessions?
Card Back: Governor
Levels to This Game: Question 2
Card Front: Who is responsible for overseeing elections at the state level?
Card Back: Secretary of State
Levels to This Game: Question 3
Card Front: Who would represent the state if the state was being sued?
Card Back: Attorney General
Levels to This Game: Question 4
Card Front: If you are part of an advocacy group that wants to protect midwifery through a law, who would you contact to sponsor your proposed law?
Card Back: State Senator
Levels to This Game: Question 5
Card Front: Who oversees state transportation projects (i.e., road construction and maintenance)?
Card Back: Transportation Commissioner
Levels to This Game: Question 6
Card Front: If you notice that your city raised the price of your water service by 200%, who should you contact to file a grievance?
Card Back: Public Service Commissioner
Levels to This Game: Question 7
Card Front: You want to file for homestead exemption on a recently purchased home. In what court would you complete this process?
Card Back: Chancery Court Judge
Levels to This Game: Question 8
Card Front: If a public official is accused of misuse of public funds designated for low-income families, what office would investigate and prosecute the government officials involved?
Card Back: District Attorney
Levels to This Game: Question 9
Card Front: Who helps maintain law and order, particularly in rural areas?
Card Back: Sheriff
Levels to This Game: Question 10
Card Front: Who is responsible for managing records, finances, and court-related duties, specifically within the chancery court?
Card Back: Chancery Clerk