"GMA" asked people "Why it Matters" to get out and vote during the 2018 midterm elections.

Here's what's inspiring Americans to vote

We asked Americans across the political spectrum to share which issues in society inspire them to vote in this election.

WHY IT MATTERS

An undated stock photo of voting machines at polling station.

How to score a free ride to the polls this Election Day

Now you really have no reason to skip out on voting.

MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD

Female Candidates to Watch during Midterms: Stacy Abrams

Women are running for office in historic numbers. Here are 10 female candidates to watch.

Many of the women running this year are brave and, can we agree, badass?

Trailblazers and ground-breakers

Attendees stand during the Women's March Anniversary "Power To The Polls" event, Jan. 21, 2018, at Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas.

3 times as many Democratic women on the ballot this year

The so-called "Pink Wave" this election cycle, has a rather blue tint.

CLOSER LOOK

Dozens of women attend an EMILY's List training on how to run for office and run campaigns.

There’s a spike in female campaign managers behind-the-scenes this election cycle

With women running in record numbers, female campaign managers are riding the "pink wave" too.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Voters cast ballots at a polling station open for early voting in the C.T. Martin Natatorium & Recreation Center in Atlanta, Oct. 16, 2018.

Everything you need to know about the 2018 midterm elections

Answers to some of your most burning electoral questions.

VOTING ESSENTIALS

United We Dream organizer and DACA recipient Damaris Gonzalez.

These college students can't vote, but they're dedicated to getting others to the polls

United We Dream volunteers canvass Houston, knocking on doors asking residents to vote.

KEY ISSUE OF IMMIGRATION

Will 2018 be the year of the young voter?

These organizations are trying to make it cool to vote.

YOUTH VOTE IN 2018

Americans speak out about how immigration is a key issue driving them to vote this year in an interview with "GMA."

These Americans say immigration is what's driving them to vote

Immigration is a key issue this election for many Americans.

WHY IT MATTERS

Co-host Meghan McCain on "The View," Oct. 8, 2018.

Meghan McCain says U.S. foreign policy is what is driving her to vote

"I am from a military family," McCain, a co-host on "The View," said. "So what happens globally, ultimately, in one way or another, impacts my brothers."

WHY IT MATTERS

Parkland shooting survivors on what's driving them to vote

It may be the first election they can vote in, but survivors of the school shooting are passionate about gun reform and making their voices heard.

WHY IT MATTERS

Tyler Perry shares his thoughts on why he's voting.

Tyler Perry says voting is the way to say 'enough' to 'all of this evil divisiveness'

The actor and filmmaker says divisiveness in this country needs to be addressed.

WHY IT MATTERS

Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon shares why it’s important to him to get out and vote

Equality is "so important to me," the openly gay Olympian said. "No matter where you come from, no matter what your background is, we all deserve to have the same opportunities."

WHY IT MATTERS

Alyssa Milano opens up in an interview with "GMA" about what is driving her to vote this year.

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Alyssa Milano says fixing education is driving her to vote

The actress and activist says as a mother, one of the issues she’s most passionate about is education.

More Why It Matters

Abby Huntsman says education is the 'key to unlocking the American Dream'

"The View" co-host shares the issue that she cares about the most this election.

WHY IT MATTERS

Sunny Hostin says voting is important so those in power 'represent all of us, not just some of us'

"The View" co-host says "voting is the most American thing you can do."

WHY IT MATTERS

Ben Cohen, founder of Ben & Jerry's ice cream, is pictured with Democratic congressional candidate Ammar Campa-Najjar during a campaign rally at Grape Day Park in Escondido, Calif., Oct. 28, 2018.

Ben & Jerry's co-founder says he’s voting to stop income inequality

Ben Cohen, a liberal Democrat, tells "GMA" he’ll cast his vote to address economic issues.

WHY IT MATTERS

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This nurse wants to become the first black woman to represent her district

Lauren Underwood, 32, a Democratic candidate in Illinois’ 14th Congressional District, was driven to run to make health care affordable.

FiveThirtyEight predicts a potentially record-breaking roster of women in the House

The House could have 100 female legislators after the midterms, according to the forecast.

HISTORIC MIDTERMS

Felicia Stewart, left, Alli Summerford, center, and Jenn Gray pose together.

3 women support each other as they run for office for 1st time in Alabama

Three Democratic candidates, who are running to be state representatives, have formed a sisterhood in the process of their first campaigns.

SISTERHOOD AND STRATEGY

U.S. Rep. Martha McSally, who is running against U.S. Rep. Kyrsten Sinema, for the senate seat being vacated by retiring U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake, talks to employees at a crane manufacturing and training facility, in Phoenix, Oct. 3, 2018.

7 key races that tell the story of the 2018 midterms

Both Washington and statehouses around the country could be in for major changes.

RACES TO WATCH

How to make your voice heard

Make a voting plan to encourage yourself and your friends to hit the polls.

Rally your squad

Delaney Tarr, Matt Deitsch and Emma Gonzalez have written the new book "Glimmer of Hope: How Tragedy Sparked A Movement," the official story of organizing that march in the days after the horrific shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla.

Parkland shooting survivors-turned-activists: 'We are the largest voting bloc in this country'

The young activists who inspired March For Our Lives, have released a book about their fight for gun reform.

WATCH THE INTERVIEW

In this May 25, 2017, file photo, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, a cast member in the HBO series "Veep," poses at an Emmy For Your Consideration event for the show at the Television Academy in Los Angeles.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus leads celebs who want you to get out and vote in the midterms

The “Veep” star is one of the celebrities encouraging Americans not only to vote but to also get out and volunteer.

Get out the vote initiatives

Young voters might actually show up at the polls this year

Will young people turn out to vote in 2018? More of them than usual might.

READ ON FIVE THIRTY EIGHT

The focus is on Roe v. Wade, but the Supreme Court can restrict abortion in other ways

Women’s health groups are expressing concern about the effect a conservative court and a Republican-controlled Congress could have on women's access to abortion care.

Reproductive Rights

Scarlett Johansson attends the 70th Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater, Sept. 17, 2018, in Los Angeles.

Stars discuss their first time voting

Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans and more talk about their first times in a punny video.

WATCH THE VIDEO

18 for '18: Midterm races that could reshape Washington and the country

There's a lot to track, but these 18 races paint a picture of the storylines and trends emerging from coast to coast.

TRACK THE RACES

Beto O'Rourke, right, along with country music legend Willie Nelson, left, wave to supporters at a Turn Out For Texas Rally in Austin, Texas, Sept. 29, 2018.

Beto O'Rourke’s progressive pitch to Texas

The Democrat’s challenge to GOP incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz has become somewhat of a national fascination.

KEY TEXAS RACE

Will Haskell, 22, is the youngest candidate to be endorsed by former President Obama. He is running against Republican incumbent Toni Boucher in Connecticut's 26th district.

Meet the 22-year-old, Obama-endorsed candidate running for Connecticut state Senate

Will Haskell’s candidacy comes with a wave of Democrats taking on GOP incumbents across the country.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

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This former news anchor and Cuban-American believes she can keep Miami red

This former CIA spy turned congressional candidate wants to flip her district

How candidate Liuba Grechen Shirley is changing how parents can run for office

Why Kim Schrier left medicine to run for Congress