Temple University’s Liacouras Center was a sea of blue on Monday night, as former President Barack Obama joined Bruce Springsteen and John Legend at a “When We Vote We Win” concert in support of Vice President Kamala Harris.
The evening was filled with music and messages of hope, just eight days ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election.
“Whether this election is making you feel excited, or scared, or hopeful, or frustrated, or anything in between. Do not sit back,” shouted Obama during his speech. “Don’t just hope for the best… get off your couch and vote. Put down your phone and vote. Vote for Kamala Harris.”
“It’s not just policies that on the ballot. It’s who we are and what we stand for.”
TODAY is the last day to apply for mail in ballots
Tuesday, Oct. 29 is the last day to apply for mail-in ballots for the 2024 Election.
Philadelphia City Commissioners are urging residents to apply by Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 5 p.m. if they wish to vote by mail. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5.
There are several ways that Philadelphians can apply for a mail-in ballot. Voters can visit The Philadelphia County Board of Elections Office, located in Room 140 of City Hall, (between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.). There are also Satellite Election Offices (SEOs) located across Philadelphia that provide in-person mail-in ballot services. For a full list of Satellite Election Office locations, visit vote.phila.gov/seos.
“This Satellite Election Office represents our ongoing mission to provide every Philadelphian with the tools and resources they need to vote, regardless of where they live or the challenges they face,” said Chairman Commissioner Omar Sabir. “This is about ensuring that all voices can be heard in our democracy.”
General voting info
Polls are open on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mail-in ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Election Day and must either be mailed in or submitted using one of the 34 designated drop boxes. Visit vote.phila.gov/ballot-drop-off to find the closest box to you.
To find a polling place, voters can enter your address in the Polling Place Finder App (atlas.phila.gov/voting). For anyone who needs help finding their correct polling place, call 215-686-1590.
Voters in Philadelphia are only required to show ID if it is the first time they’re voting in a new division. If this is not your first time voting, no ID is required.
If someone is attempting to prevent you from voting, call the city’s election hotline at 215-686-1590 or the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office at 215-686–9641. Campaigning is not allowed in, or within 10 feet of, any Philadelphia polling site. No one is allowed to intimidate, influence or prevent Philadelphians from voting.
For more information on this year’s election, call 215-686-VOTE visit vote.phila.gov
