I informed all my GRINDR matches that early voting has started—here's how they reacted
| 10/23/24
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We all know it’s where we go to find that special someone…or maybe just a little company for the night. But what if I told you that your next best match is not Mr. Right (Now) but your right to vote early?
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I decided to do my civic duty and inform a few folks in my area on early voting. Here's how they responded.
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DTF? No, luv. But I'm DTV: Down to Vote!
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My midday kink is heading to my nearest polling station!
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You know what's not sexy? Someone who doesn't vote.
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We love a registered zaddy.
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I love compliments, but democracy is at stake!
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Yessssssss
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I said what I said and MEANT it!
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We love a hookup who is informed.
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He made my heart flutter, y'all!
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I wish he was more into being informed than looking at me. (Though I high-key don't mind it...)
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Do you know what's hotter than a random nude pic? Informing folks they can go to the polls early.
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He's really a cute pup!
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And did I lie?!?
With all seriousness, there's a lot at stake in this election. We're here to inform (and, on occasion, entertain) you. Head on over to our sibling site at Advocate.com to read the latest stories surrounding this year's U.S. election, along with our special LGBTQ+ Voter Guide.
Tap that button for democracy, darlings! It’s the connection you don’t want to miss.
Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière is the Community Editor at equalpride, publisher of The Advocate, Out, Out Traveler, Plus, and Pride.com. A Haitian-American trans woman, she tirelessly champions voices from the LGBTQ+ community, creating a vibrant community engagement approach that infuses each story with a dynamic and innovative perspective. Like and follow her on social: @ageofadelina.
Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière is the Community Editor at equalpride, publisher of The Advocate, Out, Out Traveler, Plus, and Pride.com. A Haitian-American trans woman, she tirelessly champions voices from the LGBTQ+ community, creating a vibrant community engagement approach that infuses each story with a dynamic and innovative perspective. Like and follow her on social: @ageofadelina.