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Coffee Break: National Voter Registration Day

A voter takes a sticker after casting his ballot at Bryn Mawr Community School in Minneapolis, MN on November 8, 2016.
A voter takes a sticker after casting his ballot at Bryn Mawr Community School in Minneapolis, MN on November 8, 2016.Bakst, Brian

by Anna Weggel

September 24, 2019

Today is National Voter Registration Day, so for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear about getting involved, doing your civic duty, doing your part, etc.?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs played

The Clash - Know Your Rights
The Submarines - Vote
Guided By Voices - Vote For Me Dummy
Patti Smith - People Have The Power
James Brown - Get Up, Get Into It and Get Involved
Public Enemy - Fight the Power
Radiohead - Electioneering