1. Most Local Elections Are Extremely Close

Most likely, a local election won't be decided by one single vote, however, margins are much closer at the local level than they are at the national level. In 2016 a tax levy vote in Ohio only passed by two votes, TWO VOTES. Are you serious? Millennials and younger people are traditionally poor in turning out for local races. In Virginia's Gubernatorial race in 2009, only 10% of voters were Millennials.

This means your vote holds way more power locally than it does nationally. Not to say that your vote doesn't matter nationally, it just holds more weight in your city. Your one vote could make or break your preferred candidate's dreams.

2. Local Issues Affect You The Most

Education reform, taxes, and noise pollution. These are three examples of local issues that impact you. If you live in a big city, and you think it is too noisy, that is a job that local officials need to tackle, not federal ones. You need to vote for someone that you believe will listen to your concerns, and will do their best to try to solve them. Presidents do not decide how schools get funding, it is up to governors, state legislatures, and school boards to divvy up funds. While voting for president seems more influential, it is actually local elections that have the most sway on how you live day-to-day.

3. Voting In a Local Election Is Not That Complicated

During presidential years, turnout is usually higher. This is because a big name is on your ballot and it appears to be really easy to choose who you want. People do not vote in midterms and local races because they are viewed as frivolous or confusing. WRONG. With little research online, you are able to find out how to register, where to vote, who is running, and even how to fill out a ballot. Voting really is a simple task if you just do your research. So go do that right now, type in Google.com, and get all of the local info you need to know.

4. You Have The Most Influence In Local Policy Making

There are probably a lot of issues that you are passionate about. In Arizona this year there is on Proposition that is making several headlines: Prop 305. This proposition has to do with ESAs. An ESA is an Empowerment Scholarship Account. Supporters of the proposition make the argument that it would give students and parents more school choice. ESAs are similar to vouchers. Secretary if Education Betsy DeVos supports this measure. Those against the measure say that this program would take away funding from Public Education. Most Democrats in the state legislature opposed the bill passed earlier in the year dealing with this issues whereas most Republicans supported the effort.

When it comes to very contested proportions and ballot measures like these, votes become more important than ever. With a clear split in who supports the proposition becomes evident, voters are the lone ones to decide the outcome. Local issues like these are extremely important and impact you the most. So use your vote wisely.

5. Because You Can

Here in the U.S. we are so lucky to have the right to vote. You can limit the power of one person in your city, state, or country. Take advantage of this opportunity. Elections aren't about the people running for office, they are about us, the people. It's In the Constitution for a reason. Bring your voice to the polls on November 6th, and vote for who you truly think will make your city shine.