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Kids these days — you seemingly can't get their attention unless it's through some new-fangled app. In an attempt to get the younger generation to sign up to vote, Snapchat is joining forces with Democracy Work's TurboVote to allow users to check their eligibility, find their local polling place, and actually register to vote, all within the Millennial-friendly app.

"Our country's democracy thrives on participation," a Snapchat spokesperson explained to Mashable. "But you can't participate unless you register to vote. We hope this effort amplifies our community's voice come November."

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Jeva Lange

Jeva Lange was the executive editor at TheWeek.com. She formerly served as The Week's deputy editor and culture critic. She is also a contributor to Screen Slate, and her writing has appeared in The New York Daily News, The Awl, Vice, and Gothamist, among other publications. Jeva lives in New York City. Follow her on Twitter.