How to register to vote and enroll as a democrat

UPDATE YOUR STATUS: LOCK IN YOUR DEMOCRATIC BALLOT

Most eligible Plymouth residents are already registered voters. In fact, our town has roughly 52,000 registered voters. But here is the problem: our local elections are routinely decided by tiny, razor-thin margins.

Look at the breakdown of Plymouth's voting data:

Enrolled Democrats: ~9,500 voters
Enrolled Republicans: ~6,000 voters
Unenrolled (Independents): ~36,000 voters 🗳️ The overwhelming majority!

The Power of Your Vote in Plymouth

Our town shows up in huge numbers for Presidential elections—in November 2024, an incredible 78.1% of voters participated, casting 40,835 total ballots.

But when it comes to State Primaries and our Annual Spring Municipal Elections, turnout drops off a cliff. Local town and primary cycles frequently see turnout hover around just 15% to 20%, where only about 8,000 total votes are cast town-wide.

When turnout drops that low, just 20 or 30 individual votes completely dictate who wins a primary nomination or a local town seat. Every single progressive voice matters. If you are one of Plymouth’s 36,095 Unenrolled voters, officially enrolling as a Democrat and pledging to vote in every low-turnout cycle is the single fastest way to protect our public schools, fund our local infrastructure, and keep our town moving forward.

🔍 STEP 1: CHECK YOUR CURRENT VOTER STATUS (Takes 60 Seconds)

Before changing anything, verify how you are currently listed in the state database. If you have moved to a new street address in Plymouth or changed your name, your polling location might have changed.

Go to the official Massachusetts Online Secretary of State Portal.

Click the "Check Registration Information" button.

Enter your Name, Date of Birth, and Zip Code.

Review your data: Check that your street address is perfectly current, and look closely at the field labeled "Party Enrollment".

🔄 STEP 2: HOW TO ENROLL AS A DEMOCRAT

If your status check shows you are "Unenrolled" or "Independent," you can switch your enrollment to the Democratic Party in under two minutes online.

Option A: The Fast Online Route (Recommended)

On the same Massachusetts SEC Registration Page, click "Update Address and/or Party".

The system will ask for your Massachusetts Driver’s License or State ID number to verify your identity.

Follow the simple on-screen prompts until you reach the Political Party Selection screen.

Select "Democratic Party" from the drop-down options.

Click submit. The Town Clerk will process your update automatically, and your status is locked in for the September primary.

Option B: The Paper/Mail Route

If you do not have a Massachusetts ID card, or prefer to handle it by hand:

Download and print the Official Massachusetts Voter Registration Form.

Fill out your personal information. Under Section 10 (Party Enrollment), check the box for "Democratic".

Sign the form, fold it, and mail it or drop it off directly to:

Town of Plymouth Election Office, 26 Court Street, Plymouth, MA 02360

You can also drop it directly into the secure, 24/7 voter drop-box located right outside Town Hall.

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does switching from Unenrolled to Democrat raise my taxes or cost money?
No. Changing your party enrollment is completely free and has absolutely no impact on your taxes, public record standing, or municipal fees.
Can I change my mind later?
Yes. You can switch your enrollment back to "Unenrolled" or change it at any time online or via paper form, provided you do so before the voter registration deadlines ahead of an election.
What happens if I stay "Unenrolled" for the Primary?
In Massachusetts, Unenrolled voters are allowed to check in at the primary polling place and request a Democratic ballot. However, enrolling as a Democrat right now protects you from check-in delays at the polls, guarantees you receive our official PDTC sample ballots, and ensures our local candidates know they can count on your support when organizing neighborhood campaigns!