The history behind the 'I voted' sticker
Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Bureau Chief · Akron, OH
Maya graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Journalism and has spent the last 15 years covering local news in Northeast Ohio. Formerly the editor at the Akron Beacon Journal, she has a knack for unearthing compelling community stories that resonate deeply with readers.
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The red, white and blue sticker was initially created to encourage voter turnout but evolved into a badge of civic pride.