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According to a new study, the number of Americans who used social networking for political activism increased by 13% from 2008 to 2012. 18% of these individuals also engaged in additional offline political activism. LIKE if you use social media for political engagement, REBLOG if you also participate in offline activism.

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Members of the House and Senate have introduced several bipartisan bills, including the DISCLOSE 2013 Act, to require organizations to disclose the source of their funds used for political advertising and independent expenditures. What’s your opinion? LIKE if you favor more transparency & REBLOG if you support the current system. 

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OurTime.org is excited to announce that T-Pain will join Common and John Legend as featured performers at our Generation Now inaugural gala! Reblog this image in the next 24 hours for a chance to win free tickets! 

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With a Millennial turnout rate of at least 49%, this year’s election proved that youth are becoming a key voting bloc and have the power to swing the election. Do you think it’s Our Time to have a voice in the political process? LIKE if candidates should take young voters seriously & REBLOG if you’re excited about the future of our generation.

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Well done!

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Here is your virtual “I Voted Today” Sticker. Please LIKE and “wear” it with pride by RE-BLOGGING widely!

Social media isn’t just for keeping in touch with friends anymore. Young Americans, more than other age group, use social media to engage in political activity. How have you used social media this election season?

LIKE if you use Tumblr to share your political views and COMMENT to tell us how you’ve used it.

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“When someone tells you they’re not voting, what is your reaction? If you need any pointers, I’m sure these three voters have your back. By Oscar winning director Errol Morris.”  — Watch the videos here: http://ourtime.upworthy.com/how-you-can-cancel-someone-elses-vote-2

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10/26/2012: Alabama

10/27/2012: Iowa *,  New Hampshire *

10/31/2012: Vermont

Deadline has passed, however it is still possible to register to vote (see map image for more detail):

Connecticut 

D.C. *

Idaho *

Illinois

Maine *

Minnesota *

Montana *

Nebraska

New York

North Carolina

Rhode Island

Washington

Wisconsin *

Wyoming *

*States marked with an asterisk allow non-registered voters to register to vote at the polls on election day