Wisconsin same-day voter registration

As Election Day approaches, the focus on same-day voter registration (EDR) grows, with 21 states and Washington, D.C. allowing eligible voters to register and vote on the same day. This initiative aims to increase voter participation by removing registration barriers, particularly benefiting those who missed earlier deadlines. In Wisconsin, both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are intensifying their campaigns to secure votes in this crucial swing state, leveraging EDR to attract undecided voters. In North Carolina, over 56,000 individuals have utilized same-day registration during early voting, reflecting a significant rise in voter rolls, with unaffiliated voters now forming the largest bloc. The competitive nature of these states, coupled with historical voting trends, highlights the critical role of last-minute registration in shaping the elections. Concerns about double registration due to the decentralized voter system in the U.S. add another layer of complexity to the electoral landscape.