Free rides to the polls for Democratic primary
5/20/2021, 6 p.m.
Need a ride to the polls to vote in the June 8 Democratic primary?
Rideshare2Vote, an organization dedicated to boosting the turnout of voters supporting Democratic and progressive candidates in various statewide and local elections in places across the country, is helping voters in Richmond and Hampton Roads get to the polls at no cost.
Early voting started last month for Virginia’s primary election in which voters will choose the Democratic nominees to run for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general in the November general election, as well as for some House of Delegates and local constitutional offices.
According to its website, Rideshare2Vote has been operating in North Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana and Texas.
Organizers said the group aims to reach voters who traditionally are disenfranchised.
Voters can request a ride by calling (888) 977-2250, go to the website at https://rideshare2vote.com/upgrade/request-a-ride/ or download and install the Rideshare2Vote Rider mobile app from Google Play or the Apple App Store.
Volunteers provide the service, with the organization asking that requests be made at least two hours in advance.
COVID-19 protocols also will be in place. Riders are asked to wear a mask, sanitize their hands and sit in the backseat passenger side of the vehicle for maximum distance. Vehicle windows also will be left down for maximum airflow.
Details: Rideshare2Vote.com
