Tish Calhamer with the Gail Borden Public Library joins the show to give us some direction for those individuals who are looking to sift through all the "news" out there to find trustworthy and accurate information.  

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https://issuevoter.org
-Tracks how your representatives votes and will send you email alerts
-Requires opening a free account

https://www.vote411.org
-League of Women Voters sponsored 
-Non-partisan
-Online Candidates guides
-Search by state and get local customized ballot 

https://www.politifact.com
-Fun truth meter

https://www.ballotedia.org/elections
-Great for local ballot measures, state and local judges, referenda, etc.
-Searchable by state
-Jam-packed with information

https://www.rockthevote.org/understanding-voting-rights/
-Aimed at younger voters and getting their turnout
-Persuasive appeals mixed with information

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