Detroit City Wire

Having accurate and impartial information is vital for the election process, especially for business leaders who often serve as trusted sources within their organizations and communities. Reliable resources help individuals register to vote, verify their registration status, and prepare to participate in upcoming elections.

The Michigan Secretary of State’s office offers tools and information for voters in the state. The Michigan Voter Information Center allows users to check their registration status, update voter details, locate polling places, view sample ballots, and apply for absentee voting.

Understanding which candidates and proposals will appear on the ballot before voting helps individuals make choices that reflect their values.

Local election offices, also known as clerks, are important sources of area-specific voting information. They provide details about polling locations and hours, early voting options, absentee and mail-in voting procedures, and voter ID requirements. Contact information for local election offices is available through state election websites or the U.S. Vote Foundation directory. Residents can visit their clerk’s office in person to register to vote, submit an absentee ballot, or request a new ballot if necessary.

Detroit’s Department of Elections offers resources for city residents such as absentee ballot tracking and voter information.

Nationally, several nonpartisan organizations provide helpful tools:

- Vote.org assists with voter registration, status checks, absentee ballot requests, reminders about upcoming elections, and deadlines.

- The League of Women Voters provides nonpartisan information on voting rights and registration along with guides on issues and candidates.

- Can I Vote, operated by the National Association of Secretaries of State, helps users verify registration status, find polling places, and learn about candidates and issues.

- Ballotpedia gives detailed information on candidates, elections, and ballot measures nationwide.

The Detroit Regional Chamber encourages its members to use their positions to promote safe, secure, and accessible elections in Michigan.

"Being an informed voter is essential for the health of our democracy and its influence on the economy. The Detroit Regional Chamber calls upon its members to leverage their role in their community to ensure safe, secure, and accessible elections in Michigan." (Detroit Regional Chamber)