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ASK A QUESTION

Are candidates talking about mental health care? If not, get them started and ask a question. Learn where they stand on the issue you're passionate about.
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MAKE A STATEMENT

If you want mental health care to be a priority for candidates, you don't have to wait to ask a question. You can make a statement.
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MEET WITH CANDIDATES

If you think our country is not prioritizing mental health care and you'd like to do something about it, meet with candidates. Share our priorities and build candidate awareness.
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RESPOND POSITIVELY

When you talk with a candidate about our priorities, it’s important to be prepared. If you encounter opposition, don’t be defensive and don’t argue, respond positively.
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CONNECT WITH CANDIDATES

Developing a relationship with candidates is the best way to shift attitudes and increase support for mental health care. Stay in touch and serve as a resource.
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Ready, Set, Vote!

November 6, 2012

Make your mark for mental health in the 2012 election! Are you ready?

  • Is your voter registration current?
  • Know where your polling place is?
  • Got your voter ID?
  • Know your voter’s rights.
  • Click HERE for your state’s early voting dates and deadlines to request an absentee ballot.
  • Need a ride to the polling place on Election Day? Call a family member, friend or your political party.

The 2012 Elections: Important to Mental Health Care in America

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WEBINAR TRAININGS

Voter Registration Training - Mental Health Care Gets My Vote!
July 13, 2012
Sita Diehl, Lynn Williams and Angela Webster
Recording ID: 82BJBF
Recording Key: policy
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#vote2012- Using Social Media for Mental Health Care Gets My Vote! 
Slides and handouts packet
August 23, 2012
Beth Anne Hendrickson and Melody Moezzi

Our Vote and Our Voice Counts - Getting Ready for Election Day and Beyond 
Recording and slides
October 16, 2012
Sita Diehl

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