Question 1

Get trained as a professional poll worker

Accepted Answer

The pandemic has led to a shortage of poll workers - who are usually older, and therefore more vulnerable to COVID-19. Unless more people come forward to help, some polling locations will be shut down, leading to longer lines and lower turnout.   Starfleet officers assigned to this posting will serve inside of a polling place; checking voters in, handing them their ballots, and answering questions related to the process of voting. Masks will be required.

Question 2

Counter disinformation and provide facts

Accepted Answer

Experts anticipate an unprecedented amount of disinformation intended to prevent people from voting this election cycle. Starfleet Officers assigned to information accuracy roles may: ​ Reach out to voters via phone and text to provide accurate information and help them create voting plans, as well as answer any questions they may have about the process. Monitor social media to report disinformation and connect voters who post about having trouble voting with accurate information and legal advice.​ Starfleet officers may complete these duties from the Bridge while in orbit (or from the comfort of their quarters) using standard 21st century communications equipment.

Question 3

Protect voting rights and voter safety

Accepted Answer

Voting should be safe, secure, and accessible. Starfleet Officers assigned to these postings will identify and report voter intimidation at the polls, ensure polling places have proper PPE and are wheelchair accessible, monitor line length, and answer questions from voters who are having trouble understanding their rights. ​ These assignments will take place primarily outside polling locations. Masks will be required.

Question 4

Attend to basic voter needs

Accepted Answer

Many voters will face long, uncomfortable lines and require food, water, and bathroom breaks. Starfleet Officers assigned to these postings will provide sustenance to voters and hold their place in line when they need to use the restroom. ​ These assignments will take place primarily outside of polling locations. These are ideal assignments for junior officers as young as eight years of age the with careful supervision of a superior officer. Masks will be required.

Question 5

Protect the results

Accepted Answer

The results of this election will not likely be known for several days, or even weeks, after polls close because so many people are voting by mail due to the pandemic. Multiple organizations are working to ensure that no results are declared or certified before all secure, verified mail-in ballots are counted. ​ All officers who accept a posting with Trek the Vote will recieve a communique from Starfleet Command with possible assignments in this category in the days following polls closing, as the shape and disposition of the need becomes clear.

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