As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the focus on mobilizing unique voter blocs is intensifying, with particular attention on the Amish community in Pennsylvania. Jondavid Longo, the Pennsylvania director of Early Action Vote, emphasizes the importance of Amish voter participation, especially in Lancaster County, which has the highest concentration of Amish citizens in the state. In the 2020 election, former President Donald Trump lost Pennsylvania to President Joe Biden by over 81,000 votes, highlighting the potential impact that increased turnout from the Amish community could have on the upcoming election [f1eaad9f].
The Early Action Vote organization is actively working to connect with Amish voters, addressing issues that resonate with them, such as government overreach. A notable case is that of Amos Miller, who faced legal challenges over his raw milk sales, which has raised concerns within the community about regulatory interference [f1eaad9f]. Dr. Kyle Kopko, a political expert, notes that outreach efforts to the Amish community have increased, with expectations of higher voter turnout in 2024 compared to the previous election cycle [f1eaad9f].
To facilitate participation, Early Action Vote has registered many Amish voters and is planning to provide transportation to polling places, recognizing that logistical barriers can hinder voting [f1eaad9f]. However, Kopko cautions that while Amish votes could be significant, they may not sway the election outcome unless the margins are exceptionally close [f1eaad9f].
In parallel, the influence of Native American voters is also being highlighted in the 2024 election landscape. As both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump ramp up their outreach efforts to engage this crucial voting bloc, the dynamics of these two communities could play a pivotal role in determining the election results. Native Americans, particularly in swing states like Arizona, have shown their potential to sway elections, as seen in the 2020 election [bc2a9fe0].
With both Amish and Native American voters being targeted by the candidates, the 2024 election is shaping up to be a contest where every vote counts, and the engagement of these unique communities could prove decisive in the final outcome [db5b57ed].
