Campaign 2012
Our Voice. Our Vote.
This November, we are looking at what could be one the
closest elections in a decade. States and districts with large
Iranian-American populations could make the difference in deciding who will be
our next President and whether Democrats or Republicans will control the next
Congress. It’s essential that our community's voice is represented at the
ballot box on November 6.
Our challenge to you is to help us get the word out! Click the share tool at the top of the page to spread the word via email, Facebook and more. By encouraging your friends and family to register to vote, you’re helping our community grow in influence.
The following information is to help get you informed and prepared for Election Day.
Registering to Vote:
In order to cast your ballot on November 6, you must first be registered
to vote. The voter registration deadlines vary by state, and some states allow for same-day registration. Click here to find out the deadline for your state.
Polling Place:
To find your polling place, click
here, then select the “Find Your Polling Place” tab.
ID Requirements:
To learn about the identification requirements needed on voting day, click here, then select the “Know What Kind
of ID to Bring” tab.
Meet the Candidates:
Click on the icons below to learn more about each candidate.
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| Barack Obama (D) |
Mitt Romney (R) |
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| Gary Johnson (I) | Jill Stein (G) |
Sandy's State Voting Updates:
Reflects Changes and Confirmed Dates. **Check your state's official voting website for more detail.
Maryland
Polls Closed: 10/29, 10/30
Early Vote Ends: November 1st
Extended to Friday, November 2nd
North Carolina
Polls Closed: 10/29 Currituck, Dare Counties
10/30 Buxton
Early Voting Ends: November 3rd
District of Columbia
Polls Closed: 10/29, 10/30
Early Voting Ends: November 3rd
Virginia
Polls Closed: 10/29, 10/30
Accomack, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church City, Fauquier, Gloucester (Open Tues),
Loudoun, Tazewell, Virginia Beach City (Open Tues), Westmoreland, Wise Counties
Absentee Voting Ends: November 3rd
Pennsylvania
Polls Closed: 10/29, 10/30 Philadelphia and some Counties
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: October 30th
Extended to: November 1st in Philadelphia, affected Counties
Absentee Voting Ends: November 2nd
Delaware
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 2nd
Absentee Voting Ends: November 5th
Connecticut
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 5th
Absentee Voting Ends: November 6th
New Jersey
Vote by Mail Request Deadline (by mail): October 30th
Vote by Mail Request Deadline (in person): November 5th
Vote by Mail Ends: November 6th
New York
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline (by mail): October 30th
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline (in person): November 5th
Absentee Ballot Ends: November 5th
(Source: DemList)
Debate Schedule:
Presidential Debates
- October 3 - Debate #1 at University of Denver moderated by PBS' Jim Lehrer
- October 16 - Debate #2 at Hofstra University moderated by CNN's Candy Crowley
- October 22 - Debate #3 in Boca Raton, FL moderated by CBS News' Bob Schieffer
Vice Presidential Debate
- October 11 - One and only VP debate in Danville, KY moderated by ABC News' chief foreign correspondent
Martha Raddatz
Debate Watching Party Schedule:
Join fellow Iranian
Americans to watch the Vice Presidential and Presidential debates together.
Democrats, Republicans, Independents and the Undecided are all welcome.
Why sit at home when we can watch the debate(s) together and hold our own
mini-debates over a few drinks and appetizers!? Please scroll all the way down to see all the city and party options.
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San Diego, CA |
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Orange County, CA Date: Monday, October 22 - Presidential Debate (Topic: Foreign Policy) Time: 5:30 pm (PST) Location: Caspian Restaurant, 14100 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92604 Additional Information: Special Dinner Menu Includes: Appetizer,
Salad, your choice of Beef/Chicken/or Fish Kabob, Tea/Coffee, and
dessert all only for $25.00.
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Washington, DC - Watching Party #1 Date: Tuesday, October 16 - Presidential Debate (Topic: Domestic & Foreign Policy) Time: 8:30 pm (EST) Location: Napoleon Bistro, 1847 Columbia Rd, NW, Washington, DC 20009 Washington, DC - Watching Party #2 Date: Monday, October 22 - Presidential Debate (Topic: Foreign Policy) Time: 8:30 pm (EST) Location: Napoleon Bistro, 1847 Columbia Rd, NW, Washington, DC 20009 |
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WESTWOOD LOCATION |
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**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED!!** San Francisco, CA Date: Monday, October 22 - Presidential Debate (Topic: Foreign Policy) Time: 5:30 pm (PST) Location: Eddie Rickenbacker's, 133 2nd St, San Francisco, CA 94105 |
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WEST LA/CULVER CITY LOCATION |
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Tuscon, AZ Date: Monday, October 22 - Presidential Debate (Topic: Foreign Policy) Time: 5:30 pm (PST) Location: Gentle Ben's Brewing Company, 865 E. University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719 |
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Atlanta, GA - Watching Party #1 |
