Hey there, Michigan.

There’s been a lot going on lately, so we should probably give our attention to the important stuff: “I Voted” stickers.

That’s right. You know I love those things so dang much. And it looks like I’ll have some new options this year: According to a release from the Michigan Department of State, officials got more than 2,000 submissions. That’s FOUR TIMES as many as the 2024 contest, which suggests to me there should be some real bangers in the mix.

The Michigan Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force is narrowing it down to a mere 75 semifinalists — 25 from each of the three entry categories, which are based on age (kindergarten through 8th grade, 9th through 12th, and everyone else). Voting is scheduled to open June 1.

As in 2024, the winning stickers will be provided to clerks around the state. Not clear if there will be the same mad rush for certain stickers, but believe you me, I will be on the lookout. For what it’s worth, I live in Detroit, where we have our own incredible stickers, but I’ve never met anyone who is against more stickers for the people. (Or, if I have, they haven’t told me.)

If you’re wondering why this matters, at least one study found that stickers may improve turnout depending on the slogan. The more you know!

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