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Midterm elections are fast approaching, determining the remaining two years of Joe Biden’s presidential term. There’s a lot hanging in the balance, and various celebrities are using their platforms to encourage people to vote and have a hand in the future of their country.
Scroll down to have a look at some of the celebrities that have been encouraging people to vote:
© GettyImagesEva Longoria
Eva Longoria has long been a proponent of voting. Her project, Vote Like a Madre encourages mothers to vote for the sake of their kids and their future, putting an emphasis on climate change.
© GettyImagesOprah
Oprah has shown her support for Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams, who this year is running against Republican incumbent Brian Kemp.
© John LegendJohn Legend and Obama
John Legend shared a photo with President Obama and asked his followers to vote. “Returned to Las Vegas last night to encourage folks to vote,” he wrote on Instagram. “Has everyone made their plan to vote!? These midterms matter so much and we need everyone to play their part! Go to iwillvote.com to figure out what you need to do in your state.”
© GettyImagesLin Manuel Miranda
Lin Manuel Miranda has been trying to mobilize Latinos to vote in key areas like Florida, Georgia and Texas. He’s supported Rochelle Garza and Beto O’Rourke, both from Texas.
© GettyImagesWill Ferrell
Will Ferrell joined Beto O’Rourke to encourage people to vote for him, showing up on their doorstep unannounced.
© GettyImagesPaul Rudd
Paul Rudd showed his support for John Fetterman, the Democratic nominee from the state of Pennsylvania.
