Empowering Communities: The Importance of Local Voting
Happy 2025! We made it through 2024, and 2025 will lead our country into an entirely new era. The political landscape and political initiatives will be drastically different from what Americans are historically accustomed to.
Polarization aside, we must move forward as a country.
In 2024, voter turnout for the major election reached nearly 66%, while the 2022 midterms averaged just 45%. Participation drops even further in local elections, withturnout for mayoral races often as low as 20%.
Despite their impact, local elections see remarkably few voters.
Why Do These Statistics Matter?

They also pave the way for national leaders and innovative policies that can influence state and federal laws.
Positions like school board members, sheriffs, and city council representatives wield significant power, from setting school policies and budgets to regulating public safety, zoning laws, and tax rates.
Civic engagement ensures these leaders serve the public’s best interests.
By voting locally, you hold leaders accountable for managing tax dollars and addressing community priorities. In 2025, over 90,000 positions are on the ballot, including 11,875 open seats this February for school boards and city councils. Your vote at the local level shapes the future of your community – and your country.
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I’m Liz, and I’m the Director of Outreach and Engagement at FiNC. I joined the team in January 2024 and couldn’t be happier with what we’re building together. Outside of work, I’m happiest spending time at home with my amazing wife, our cat, and our cozy little life.
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