New 2026 Election Guide Covers Six Key Issues

Mississippi United launched the YVote 2026 Election Guide on Oct. 30. The nonpartisan publication is designed to inform voters ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. The organization, founded in September 2025, released the guide less than a week before Mississippians head to the polls.

Voters will select one U.S. Senator and four members of the U.S. House of Representatives in this cycle. The guide allows readers to compare candidates side by side on six specific topics. These issues include the cost of living, healthcare, government ethics, voting procedures, foreign policy, and the impact of AI and data centers.

Kathleen O'Beirne, who founded the group, stated that voters often feel overwhelmed by the volume of information. She noted that misinformation and disinformation are common during election season. Many voters are also occupied with work, child care, and managing household finances.

O'Beirne said the guide aims to reduce that burden. The tool helps voters understand where candidates stand on pressing issues. This allows them to enter the voting booth with confidence in their choices.

The organization encourages voters to share the guide with friends and family. O'Beirne emphasized that hearing from a church member, classmate, or co-worker can be impactful. The group urges Mississippians to send text messages to their networks. These messages should remind contacts to vote on Nov. 3 and include a link to the guide.

The YVote 2026 Election Guide is available online. The resource is hosted at mississippiunited.online under the yvote-26-election-guide URL. The publication serves as the inaugural edition of this specific voter education tool.