By — Domenico Montanaro Domenico Montanaro Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/vote-first-tuesday-november Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Why do we vote on the first Tuesday of November? Politics Nov 4, 2014 5:18 PM EST While it might not be the most convenient day in present time, November Tuesdays were the best day to vote in the 1880s. A look at the history of election day and modern efforts to change it. Video edited by Justin Scuiletti. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Domenico Montanaro Domenico Montanaro
While it might not be the most convenient day in present time, November Tuesdays were the best day to vote in the 1880s. A look at the history of election day and modern efforts to change it. Video edited by Justin Scuiletti. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now