In addition, California's high school teachers were encouraged to discuss the ideas of democracy and civic participation in their classes. Businesses and organizations throughout California were encouraged to display voter registration materials and offer voter registration cards to all eligible employees before the close of registration on October 10, 2000. Voter registration materials were available at all participating stores. Citizens were encouraged to discuss political issues while out with family and friends. October 8th was dedicated to families in California.
Families often get together on Sundays to have picnics or have a meal together at home.
On this day we encouraged family members to talk about the upcoming elections and the importance of civic participation. With the last day to register only one day away, special events took place throughout California to assist citizens with registering to vote in time for the November 7 election. The Secretary of State's office stayed open until midnight to offer people their last chance to register to vote for the November 7 election. Counties and cities throughout the state were also encouraged to hold midnight madness events or keep offices open past regular business hours to allow individuals a chance to register.