15 Moms Who Shared Why They're Voting This Year

15 Moms Who Shared Why They’re Voting This Year

October 20, 2020 / Inspiration / By

If you’re reading this, we hope you’re voting this year. You are, right?

Leave it to moms to inspire, motivate, and make history during this important presidential election season. With the future of their kiddos on the line, these moms are not taking their civic duty lightly and want you to show up right along with them this November at the polls.

Whatever your political leanings or personal passions, these mamas are here to remind you why it’s so important to rock the vote this year. They’re campaigning, writing postcards, rocking t-shirts, and sharing inspiring messages all in an effort to get out the vote. We’ve rounded up 15 unstoppable moms who are sharing with the world exactly why they are voting this election season.

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15 Moms Share Why They’re Voting in the 2020 Election

Suburban Mamas Unite

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I’m about as #suburbanmom as you can possibly get. Here is my minivan that I can never find in a parking lot because there are a million just like them, there are three other houses on my street that look identical to mine, and I have an entire closet in my house dedicated to seasonal decorations. I live on coffee, my hair is 90% dry shampoo, and I can tell you the location of every Target within a 20-mile radius off the top of my head. I am a suburban millennial mom, and I am voting for @joebiden and @kamalaharris.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ There are many reasons I’m voting for Joe Biden. Here are a few that I think mean the most to suburban families like mine:⁠⠀ ✔️ He will get a hold of this pandemic and is committed to teachers and children going back to school safely with the proper support, availability to testing, and PPE⁠⠀ ✔️A $5,000 tax break for unpaid caregivers- hello, SAHM’s finally getting a little credit!!⁠⠀ ✔️ Universal preschool for 3 and 4-year-olds (How much money would that be back in your pocket each month? It would be $300+ for my family!)⁠⠀ ✔️ Tax credits to help pay for daycare⁠⠀ ✔️ Living wages for caregivers and early childhood educators so our most vulnerable populations have quality care⁠⠀ ✔️He’s committed to clean energy innovation, which helps keep that blue sky above us from turning a toxic, sticky orange during Fire Season in California ⁠⠀ ✔️ Expansion of employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities include people with disabilities in policy development, and enforce the civil rights for all living with disabilities (Super important to me as I am raising a child with #autism)⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ There are so many reasons, and I encourage you to read more at www.joebiden.com. It really is well laid out and gives explicit, concrete examples of what his administration will do. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ There are many people sharing their reasons for voting for Biden/Harris. If you are undecided, I encourage you to read more following #thisiswhy2020. The reasons might surprise you, and the people you'll find aren't just "radical progressive liberals", promise.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ What is your reason for voting for Biden Harris 2020?

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This mini-van driving, Target-loving mama is voting for her children’s future, the promise of tax breaks, and universal preschool.

The Feminist Vote

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This upcoming election is the most important one in my lifetime and possibly in history. When I vote this year, I'm thinking about candidates and policies that ARE THE BETTER CHOICE in regards to being anti-racist, anti-homophobic, feminist, anchoring their beliefs in science and environmentally conscious. I consider my work to be a form of resistance itself: helping womxn and all patients feel more in control of and comfortable in their bodies. I also think that "not letting politics" into my business is not possible, because the lives and rights of my patients are at stake. Donald Trump cannot lead our country for 4 more years. Even if Biden/Harris is not your "ideal" ticket, remember that not voting is a vote for more bigotry, hate and a loss of decency at the forefront of our country. I also know that many of you might unfollow after this post. If you do, I truly hope you know that I want to be here for the issues going on in your body that made you follow me in the first place. The stakes are just too high and my children are counting on me to make the world a better place for them to stay silent right now. Thanks to @nevergiveuporg for the epic shirt! If you don't already follow them, they are one of the main reasons some of the first effective treatments for SMA (a deadly disease that is essentially ALS in babies/kids) exist. In addition to great advocacy work, funding research and directly helping families with SMA, they are also building an accessible playground in Santa Barbara that I'm excited to take my kids too in the future. This is all done in honor of their daughter Gwendolyn who bravely thrived with SMA, living longer than most thought possible. SHE will be an inspiration forever to fight bravely for all humans to have the best lives possible.

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This mama is voting and honoring her favorite org dedicated to helping families with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

Voting for Equality

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I voted. ⁣ ⁣ I voted because I believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of the color of their skin, their religion, sexual orientation, or what language they speak. ⁣ ⁣ I voted because I believe in gender equality and women’s rights.⁣ ⁣ I voted for the environment and the planet we call home. ⁣ ⁣ I voted for my children, your children, and their futures. They deserve better. ⁣ ⁣ PLEASE VOTE. Whether you vote early, mail in your ballot, or head to the polls on November 3, GO VOTE. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #whyivoted #electionday #vote2020 #voteforchange #womenempowerment #votingmatters #getoutandvote #pleasevote #votevotevote #bidenharris2020 #rockthevote #votesforwomen #loveislove #makeamericakindagain #yourvoicematters #virginiamom #amothersheart #momsvote #momsvoting #iny92320l #momcommunity #motherhoodrising #voterregistration #registertovote #whenweallvote⁣ #democrat #voteforamerica #americathebeautiful #riseupshowupunite #923SMT

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This mom is encouraging you to vote for equality, the future of our planet, and women’s rights.

Cast Your Ballot

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Election Day is only 42 days away, and while it may sound strange to say: this year HOW you vote might just be as important as WHO you vote for. {sponsored} Whether you’re planning on voting early, via absentee ballot or at the polls on Election Day, the most important thing is that you have a plan and have done the research on the deadlines and requirements in your particular state. This year I’ll be voting in person at the polls, and I’m proud to partner with @MomsRising to help get more moms to vote, no matter how you plan to cast your ballot. Our voices and votes matter more than ever this year. Have you made a plan on how you will be voting? Visit the link in my bio to share how you’re planning on voting, and I would also love to hear from you in the comments below. Let’s raise our voices, get loud and make a difference this November! #MomsVote #MomsRisingPartner

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Shoutout to this Atlanta-based mom for reminding us to research deadlines and requirements in our state to ensure our vote counts.

For Those Before Us

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“The time is always right to do what’s right.”-MLK Jr.⠀ ⠀ Not showing up is not an option for me. Since I’ve turned 18, it never has been. ⠀ ⠀ My vote matters not just to me or my family, but for those who came before me and fought hard, and for some, giving their lives just to make sure that I could. ⠀ ⠀ I’m once again partnering with @momsrising to encourage you to think about why you are voting, and why you need to vote. ⠀ ⠀ Let’s not dishonor those who lost their lives and fought hard for us to exercise this right by staying home. Whether early, absentee or in person, make sure you show up. #MomsRisingPartner #MomsVote . . . . . . #vote2020 #blacklivesmatter #dailymotivation

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Natasha casts her ballot for her family and for those who came before her and fought for her right to vote.

Local Officials

This Texas-mama is reminding you of the importance of local elections and how they affect you and your family.

For Future Voters

Kudos to this mama for showing her sleepy kiddos how you rock the vote at the polls.

The Latina Vote

This mom is sharing sweet treats and civic duties with her kids by voting early this year.

What’s Your Why?

In partnership with MomsRising, this mama wants to know what issues matter to you this election season.

Final Countdown

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FRIENDS! ???? We are in the final countdown — less than 20 days until ELECTION DAY! ???? If you haven't already voted early or sent in your ballot by mail — DO IT! ???? I'm going in-person on November 3rd since it is my first time. ???? This vote is so important to me. WHY? ???? Because I'm voting for my kids, the future and for YOU. ???? Count on me to be YOUR voice in 2020. ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Quedan menos de 20 días hasta las elecciones presidenciales. ???? Pueden votar temprano (estoy voting) o enviar tu voto por correro. Siendo mi primera vez, yo iré en persona el 3 de noviembre. ???? Yo voto por mis hijos, un mejor futuro y por los que no pueden votar. ???? No dejen de votar por favor! ???????????????????????????????????????????????? #MomsRisingPartner #RocktheVote #Vote2020 #LatinxVotan #MomsVote @mamasconpoder

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We’re feeling motivated by this mama’s enthusiasm to vote in-person for the first time ever!

Vote Like a Mother

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So thankful to have Jenn McClellan—State Senator, lawyer, mom, & candidate for governor of Virginia—join our GOTV campaign. ???????? #ERAnow ⠀ Repost @jennmcclellanva ⠀ I will #VoteLikeAMother to build for all children the country I want for my own: one that makes true the promise of liberty and justice for all. When I vote up and down the ballot, I vote for all children to have access to high quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. ⠀ ⠀ What will you #VoteLikeAMother for?⠀ ⠀ Your vote matters, otherwise no one would try to take it. Check your registration, find an early voting location, request your mail-in ballot, and/or locate your polling place at https://buff.ly/2KNltYd. If you have trouble voting, call the Election Protection Hotline at 1-866-687-8683.⠀ ⠀ 100% of profits on @votelikeamother gear goes to essential nonprofits like @fairfightaction.

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Jenn shares that she is voting like a mother so that her children have access to high-quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunity.

Your Personal Why

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With Election Day just weeks away, I know we all feel a little bit bombarded from all sides. What helps me to keep focused is remembering my personal WHY: why am I voting, and why is this election so important? My personal why is my family (and if you watch until the end of this video, you’ll see a special message from my boys!). I want to do everything in my power to help make sure they grow up in the best world possible, and a big part of that is voting. Our voices and our votes matter, and it’s so important that we ALL VOTE and make sure we are heard! I’m honored to partner with @MomsRising to help encourage more moms to get out there and raise your voices this year. I would love to hear YOUR why in the comments! Be sure to also check out the link in my bio to select a frame that reminds others to go vote, too! ❤️ #MomsRisingPartner #MomsVote

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This mom is reminding you that your voice and your vote matter.

For Those Who Can’t Vote

This mom is honoring those who have lost their lives during this pandemic with her vote.

Voting for Racial Disparities

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We are less than a month away from voting and our mailboxes and commercials are on overload but I can’t complain. This election is too important to leave anything to chance. I’ve teamed up with @MomsRising to encourage you to finalize your voting plan and share what you’re voting for.  In states where early voting has begun, the lines are long and people are weary so arrive prepared with a chair or lunch. Mail-in voters, please remember to read the instructions. In PA, we have two envelopes. Your mail ballot will be counted only if it’s inside both the smaller secrecy envelope and the larger return envelope. And signed.  I’m voting for racial disparities because the color of my skin is not a crime!  Voting is the easiest way to use your voice to bring about change.  Head to the link in bio and grab a pic to show why you’re voting.  #MomsRisingPartner #MomsVote #Vote2020 #InThisTogether #GetRegistered #GetReady

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We’re here for this mom who is voting because her skin color is not a crime.

Using Her Voice

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Thanks for the reminder to use our voice and vote for the change we want to see, mama!

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