Roughly 40 million Gen Z adults are eligible to vote in tomorrow’s election. It is imperative that this demographic of voters recognize the importance of casting their ballot.

This demographic of young people comes from a background of diverse experiences, some of which are foreign to older generations who may struggle to understand. For example, an 18-year-old today is likely going to feel differently about student loan debt in college compared to a 65-year-old. Situations similar to this that have varying opinions can heavily influence how a person votes based on who they think will best represent their ideas for the future.

It is also important to note that now, more than ever, voters realize the personal and significant impact government policies have on individuals’ everyday lives. Topics such as reproductive rights and climate change may play an influential role in how young people vote because they see the impact it can have on people’s lives.

In other words, if you think your vote doesn’t matter, it does. With how close elections can be, every single vote counts and can have a massive impact on the future of our country. Living in a historically red state can cause Republicans to believe they don’t need to vote because they will automatically win. Democrats may also believe that they shouldn’t vote because they believe they have no chance. Mindsets like these create a discouragement to vote and disinterest and carelessness in elections, which young people need to fight back against to make their voices heard..

Whether you vote Republican, Democratic, Libertarian or Green, it is key to understand the power of your vote and how you can affect change in America’s future.

If you are eligible to vote in tomorrow’s election, don’t hesitate to educate yourself on the candidates and make your voice heard.