Vote Smart
Free, factual, unbiased information on candidates and elected officials.
You Deserve Facts
When you go to vote, it can be hard to find unbiased information about the candidates who are running.
You deserve facts, and there is a group of people who stand apart from the noise. Vote Smart provides free, factual, unbiased information on candidates and elected officials to ALL voters ALL year long.
The Vote Smart Difference
Voter Tools
We share millions of facts for free to all Americans. Start your search with one of our categories below.
Offices & Officials
Dive deep into the profiles of officials nationwide. Your ultimate guide to leaders across states and offices. Unlock the power of democracy!
Legislation
Stay informed about lawmakers' votes. Keep track of how your state legislators, and others, vote on important bills, including medicaid and abortion, to stay up to date on the latest developments.
Issues
Stay Informed Before You Vote! Explore comprehensive explanations of the laws, issues, or questions featured in local and statewide elections.
Interest Groups
Explore how over 1,500 special interest groups assess your representative's performance and policies.
Election Summary
Look up a current federal or state election of interest, including curcial information about candidates, dates, and more.
Voter Registration & Polling Place
Your voice, your vote! Discover your next polling place and register to vote today! Uncover all the details for your upcoming election – from finding your polling place to easy voter registration.
Politicial Courage Test
Unlock the truth! The Political Courage Test reveals where your politicians truly stand. Explore the bold positions of candidates on crucial issues like gun control, education, immigration, and more.
Ballot Measures
Stay Informed Before You Vote! Explore comprehensive explanations of the laws, issues, or questions featured in local and statewide elections.
Ways You Can Help
Vote Smart is primarily funded by the donations of Americans from across the country.
We also accept funding from non-partisan foundations who seek to support our mission. Our data subscription program and other programs provide additional sources of revenue.
Ambassador
Become a Vote Smart Ambassador and represent Vote Smart in your community.
Internships
Our Internship Program is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start a career in politics, journalism, or data analytics.
Vote Smart's Impact
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Nearly 8 million Americans helped since 2020.
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More than 30,000 people reached on social media channels.
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More than 25,000 printed voter guides shared since 2020.
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More than 200,000 candidates, in victory and defeat, available to learn about since 1992.