Uber is providing discounted rides to polling places on election day.
Extra discounts and competition
Uber is currently offering a 25% discount on orders of at least $25, with a maximum discount of $15. Lyft is also joining the initiative with similar discounts for car, bike, or scooter rides to voting centers. Both companies have repeated this offer in order to gain support and facilitate voters’ access to polling locations.
Accessibility and the debate over an election holiday
While this measure is helpful, many believe that election day should be a national holiday, allowing more people to have the necessary time to vote without relying on offers from private companies. The election is in a tight race, with recent polls showing significant changes in key states. So, take advantage of this opportunity and make sure to vote this Tuesday.
This article has been translated from Gizmodo US by Thomas Handley. You can find the original version [here](link to original version).
