As workers and union members, we know the power of collective action. We have taken on bosses and corporations and we have won through our collective action and solidarity. Former UAW President Walter Reuther used to say, "What you can win at the bargaining table, you can lose at the ballot box." That's why we call on each and every APALA member, activist and support to join in collective action and organize in our communities to vote for candidates who will stand and fight for working people and our communities.
As we have seen in recent years, elections have consequences that directly impact our workplaces, our families, and the communities we belong to.
This voter guide provides resources APALA members need to cast our ballots and ensure our vote (and our power) is counted this November midterm election.
In this guide you'll find:
As we have seen in recent years, elections have consequences that directly impact our workplaces, our families, and the communities we belong to.
This voter guide provides resources APALA members need to cast our ballots and ensure our vote (and our power) is counted this November midterm election.
In this guide you'll find:
- How to ensure your registration is ready & active
- Key resources for making a plan to vote on or before election day
- Our endorsed candidates
- Opportunities to mobilize with APALA!
Ensure your registration is ready and active today!
You can use the following form through the AFL-CIO's tool Ballot Ready to:
You can use the following form through the AFL-CIO's tool Ballot Ready to:
- Register to vote
- Check the status of your registration
- Make a plan to vote
- Find key dates
- Request a ballot
- Pledge to vote
Our Voting Rights
Most election laws are set by state and local governments, but there are federal laws that provide us with rights and protections as we vote. These are just baseline laws; in fact, you may have even more protections in your state, county or city. Here are the basic protections:
NO INTIMIDATION: You have the right to vote and register to vote without intimidation.
STAY IN LINE: You have the right to vote if you are in line when the polling place closes.
ASK FOR HELP: You have the right to ask for a new ballot if you make a mistake.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: You have the right to ask for an accommodation if you are disabled.
RIGHT TO PRIVACY: You have the right to vote privately and independently.
RIGHT TO INTEPRETER/TRANSLATOR: You have the right to bring someone to help interpret/translate at the polls.
NO INTIMIDATION: You have the right to vote and register to vote without intimidation.
STAY IN LINE: You have the right to vote if you are in line when the polling place closes.
ASK FOR HELP: You have the right to ask for a new ballot if you make a mistake.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: You have the right to ask for an accommodation if you are disabled.
RIGHT TO PRIVACY: You have the right to vote privately and independently.
RIGHT TO INTEPRETER/TRANSLATOR: You have the right to bring someone to help interpret/translate at the polls.
Multilingual Voter Hotline
Whether it’s help finding a polling place, assistance with translating, or understanding how to register or vote, APIA Vote's multilingual voter hotline is here to ensure our communities have all the timely and factual information they need to get out to the polls. Call the toll free number to speak to one of the volunteer operators or leave a message and we’ll make sure to get back to you.
Bilingual assistance is available in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi and Bengali.
Resources for Voting
- Locate your State's Voting Calendar and Laws
- Check your Voting Status
- AFL-CIO 2026 Voter Protection Toolkit
- APIA Vote Multilingual Voter Information
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We know that the midterms this fall are critical for creating a better future where workers and families can thrive and feel safe. We can make a difference in the upcoming elections by getting involved in APALA and labor programs to help elect people who will stand with workers, unions, and our communities.
APALA will have a number of ways for our community to volunteer for the election.
APALA will have a number of ways for our community to volunteer for the election.