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The Amish people are well-known for their horse-drawn buggies, simple clothes and hard-working, agrarian lifestyle. What they aren’t known for is voting. But that could all change in the 2024 U.S. Presidential election.
While in previous years, voter turn-out for the Amish has hovered at 10-15%, those statistics could significantly increase, especially in battleground states like Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Why the sudden change? As one Amish man puts it, when you see the Amish getting involved in voting, it means the culture has pushed so far left that they must become engaged.
Historically, the Amish keep to themselves and stay far away from secular influences. While they aren’t prohibited from voting in presidential elections, they tend to stay out of the political sphere, which they view as part of the world’s system.
The Liberal Left Threatens the Amish Way of Life
Nowadays it seems the Amish aren’t able to fully separate themselves from the world. The liberal influences and ideas that used to only dominate secular society are knocking loudly at their doors. Their farms, businesses, and livelihoods are being threatened by a radical agenda they cannot ignore. Many of the Amish worry that their days of living in independent, free communities could be numbered if they don’t get involved in the election process.
Perhaps the best place to see this phenomenon is in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, home to the oldest and largest Amish community in the United States. Their population has doubled in size over the past 20 years and now boasts of more than 30,000 people. In places like Lancaster, where family is everything, there is a great desire to live conservatively, but the government’s liberal policies are making this very difficult.
Many of the Amish Support Donald Trump
Nick Johnson, host of Unboxing America, recently traveled to Lancaster County to interview members of the Amish community. This was a challenging feat as the Amish rarely speak on camera, or participate in public interviews. Nonetheless, Johnson found more than a handful of people willing to voice their opinions about the 2024 election and the state of the nation.
Those willing to speak were candid in their statements and voiced support for President Trump. Two young Amish women said they were fans because “he is a businessperson and we are too.” They stressed the need for less regulations. “We need the USDA to stay out of our business and we need better people to make laws.” Both women disliked Kamala Harris’ abortion policies, as well as the higher taxes and inflation the nation has endured since the Biden Administration took office. Simply put, one Amish woman remarked, “We can’t make less money and pay more.”
Several Amish men stated they support Trump because he implements good, common-sense policies, whereas the liberals are all about restrictions and rules. Adding some background, one man explained, “The Amish historically are deeply rooted in their ancestry. The government (the state) killed their people in the 1500’s in Europe. When they immigrated to America, they brought with them this distrust of the state. That’s part of the resistance to getting involved in civics, like elections.” He pointed out that the Amish are a freedom-loving, conservative people who desire a limited government. Their needs are simple, but crucial to their way of life. They include growing their own food and selling it, meeting together in communities and going to church, as well as raising their own families and schooling them. But most importantly, the Amish want to pass on their values to their children.
Over the last few years, the Amish have witnessed everything from Covid restrictions and vaccine mandates to the LGBTQ agenda being thrust upon their businesses. Farming, which is the cornerstone of the Amish community, has become a difficult profession, as the government adds one regulation after another.
One Amish farmer spoke off camera and said that he was excited about Trump’s team, which includes J.D. Vance and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., because they understand the importance of farming and food freedom. He lamented that “farmers are going out-of-business like flies” because of burdensome regulations. He added that abortion is “not what God intended,” and the Amish want to keep the religious freedoms they have so they can serve God.
Kore Fisher, an Amish resident of Lancaster County, was perhaps the most outspoken in his views about the upcoming election. He says the Amish are pro-life and pro-freedom, both of which are conservative values. He believes Trump is a great business leader who has a record of good policies with substance. In contrast, the “liberal values are absolutely crazy.” Fisher is very concerned about the economy and does not believe the “empty promises” of Kamala Harris. “We’ve had four years of disaster,” he declares.
Who is Helping Register Amish Voters?
When it comes to mobilizing the Amish vote, there are several strategies that have been part of the ongoing effort. Early Vote Action is a group committed to helping Amish voters register so they can either vote early, vote through absentee ballots, vote by mail, or show up at the polls on Election Day. Volunteers have traveled to Amish country, where they can speak directly with residents and explain the process.
Executive Director of Early Vote Action, Scott Presler, asserts that, “Pennsylvania was decided by 80,000 votes” in the 2020 presidential election, noting, “there are 90,000 Amish in Pennsylvania.” He believes that if President Trump connects with the Amish, “this group could literally save America.” One of Presler’s most popular posts on X features a picture of an Amish woman carrying a Trump/Vance campaign sign.
While Pennsylvania is an important battleground state, Presler maintains that Wisconsin is another swing state that could be affected by the Amish vote. “There are 20,000 Amish in Wisconsin and Joe Biden won Wisconsin by 20,000 votes.”
The Amish PAC Plain Voter Project has also been working hard to garner the Amish vote. Their website says, “When Amish vote, they vote for individual rights, religious rights and less government regulation on their farms and businesses. The objective of Amish PAC’s Plain Voter Project is to drive up Amish voter registration and turnout.” Amish PAC uses old-fashioned newspaper ads and billboards throughout rural Pennsylvania and Ohio Amish country. “We also make a special hotline available to potential Amish voters who are interested in receiving more information about voting and requesting a registration form. It’s common for an Amish man to call and request registration forms for his wife and entire family.”
Ryan Sexton of Early Vote Action says the enthusiasm for President Trump is through the roof and he hopes the Amish will show up in droves on Election Day if they don’t vote ahead of time by mail. Each day volunteers are registering people who have never voted before, and in Pennsylvania specifically, new registrations have increased significantly.
When the Amish register to vote, more than 90% in every location are registered as Republicans. If large numbers of Amish citizens cast a vote for Election Day, it’s very possible they could have a real impact the 2024 presidential race.
Right now, our nation stands at a crossroads. Like the Amish, we are all concerned about the future. We want to live in a nation where we can worship freely, thrive economically, and raise our children with the right values. This is why we should pray that the Amish turn out in droves for the election.
How Do We Pray
- Pray that the Amish voters will not be afraid to cast their ballots. Pray they will act boldly and courageously as they mail in their ballots or show up at the local precincts.
- Pray that the Amish vote will make a difference in the election. Pray Amish voters will see and understand how their involvement in the election process is important to America.
- Pray for blessings and protection over the Amish communities in America.
Proverbs 29:2 says, When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. Let’s pray that righteousness will increase in our nation’s leaders and wickedness will be weeded out.
Lord Jesus, thank you for the Amish people. We pray they will vote in large numbers in the 2024 election and that their votes will reflect their biblical values.
How are you praying about the Amish vote? Please post your prayers in the comments below.
Angela Rodriguez is an author, blogger and former teacher who studies the historical and biblical connections between Israel and the United States. You can visit her blogs at 67owls.com and 100trumpets.com. She is also the author of Psalm 91: Under the Wings of Jesus, and her first children’s book, Hallelujah’s Great Ride, was released in September 2023. Photo by Randy Fath on Unsplash.
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It is hard to imagine simple, pious, people voting for a candidate, thrice married, adulterer, convicted felon, cheats at golf, a very slow payer of debts, admirer of ‘dictators’ who has lived an extravagant indulgent life. But anything is possible.
I was raised in Lancaster County PA! The Amish are good people who love the Lord. I am praying that they will vote for the values that made our country great and can help get America back on the right track.
Thank you, Father God, for the Amish people. Thank you for their awareness of what is going on in this country. Thank you for their courage and willingness to help with our elections. Thank you for making their way clear and for your protection over them. In Jesus’ name. Amen
Father, the Amish would vote. Encourage them and protect them as they step out of their comfort zone. Thank you for their love of freedom and their hard work. I pray your Holy Spirit would be at work in their midst for life in you.
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Praying for our Amish friends, and our USA.
Thank you, Father, for these hard-working people. Thank you that they are willing to step out of their comfort zone in this critical hour. May You honor them as they honor You in this election thrust (and trust).
In the Name of Jesus our Lord!
Dear Lord God
if it’syour will allow Donald J.trmp to win this election and restore the US Constitution.
I ask In Jesus’Name
Amen
Yes, I am praying for the Amish vote. They understand what is at stake. I pray Christians across out country will heed the warnings and vote for Biblical values instead of “sitting this one out”. If all Christians voted and prayed, we could turn this country back to what God intended it to be. I believe that with all my heart.
Thank you a wonderful clear article about Amish citizens in PA. I was not aware that they were conservatives in terms of raising their families and lifestyle. I will pray for them to show up and cast their vote for Trump. We need a better way to raise our country. I also pray that they know Jesus Christ. I am now more educated. Thank you again.
Thank you, IFA, for your research and publication of this information. I have recently learned more about the Amish way of life and truly believe they should have the ability to freely practice. I myself have benefited from their hard work in purchasing uncontaminated food from them in Tennessee. I pray for boldness, peace, and for the Holy Spirit to lead them and provide a path for each of them to vote and to take action in preserving their way of life. It affects us all. We are in this together.
Angela, what an excellent and encouraging article! Praying heartily in agreement!
A huge amen to these prayers. Father, move on the hearts of these people to turn out in droves on Election Day. Protect them as they take a stand for You, their families, faith and farms.
I’m an election inspector and would love to see these folks come by the buggy load to our voting site.
This is so encouraging. My mother lives close to Amish country in Northern Indiana. I pray that this wonderful group will turn their states to the right.
May those who call themselves Christian yet do not plan to vote, learn a lesson from the Amish about losing the freedom we had.
When we lived in VA, we made it a “must do” to visit Lancaster County. It was like taking a deep, deep, cleansing breath after being oxygen-starved. I am so thankful to hear that perhaps they will add their voices to this election, because I value their values! Lord, spur them to get involved and be courageous, and may they feel your blessing upon them as they take civic responsibility.
Stop attacking people & using their names!
Actually, I didn’t attack anyone and I used my own name. Please at least make sure that your reply applies to what your replying to.
I pray that the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ will reach every household of the Amish communities. LORD God please send laborers to reach the hearts of the Amish people and may they come to know you in the forgiveness of all of their sins.
Lancaster, Pennsylvania is one of my favorite cities in America. The serenity &. peaceful lifestyle of the Amish is a blessing to the fast pace of the majority of America’s cities. Just being there preaches a silent sermon. Thanking You LORD for the willingness of our Amish brethren to vote for Your righteousness. Having met Scott Presler I thank You for his perseverance, faithfulness & kindness in standing up for truth and for his love for America. Bless & protect them all in Your Glorious Name. LORD JESUS. Amen.
Thank you Angela for this piece. It is so interesting to hear about the Amish and to realize that they are being stirred to get involved.
Thank you, Angela for this article. I do pray that they get out their vote. I’ve never been sure in their religion if they were even allowed to vote so this was informative. Praying there is a “red wave” of Amish voting in my home state of PA!!
Please, Lord, get every single Christian, who is going to vote for Trump, to please get their vote out and please every person pray for our country that it will be a LANDSLIDE and not have lingering questions for weeks on end. Let the question be answered on November 5 by a landslide, once and for all, not only for President Trump, but for all good leaders who are running for the Senate or the House. I pray Lord that we not only have President Trump, but a red wave in all of Congress! We need every good leader we can get to restore and heal this country. Please work through these men and women Lord, let them have the opportunity and the chance. For all these things, I pray and Lord in the days ahead help us, myself especially, not to be overcome by all the things that are happening that are so terrible, to just keep the faith and please again to have everyone-the Amish and all who are on the fence about voting, make them go out and vote for good and please get out their vote. Amen!
Ecclesiastes 3. The Mystery of Time https://biblehub.com/hcsb/ecclesiastes/3.htm
The Preamble
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
Dear Lord and Almighty God, Your Word says that You do not show favoritism, that You so loved the world… We also read about the mystery of time, that there is an occasion and a time for every activity under Heaven:
a time to give birth and a time to die;
a time to plant and a time to uproot;
a time to kill and a time to heal;
a time to tear down and a time to build;
In this time Father, I affirm Your Sovereignty over every facet of life. In this time, I am holding on to Your Word, like never before. I pray You are birthing a new thing and that every planting of Yours will produce an abundance for every need and for every citizen. There is so much death around us, please call time on killing…killing in the flesh and in the spirit. This nation was established “under God with liberty and justice for all.” Help us rebuild a perfect union Lord, one established in truth, justice and shalom. Please provide us security and welfare and usher in the Blessings of Liberty through this election. I pray for the Amish, the Jewish, the Christian, the Muslim, the black, white, red, brown, rich, poor…..every single American to be able to worship and live actively in Your love. May that desire be undeniable soon. My prayer is always for Your glory, which is for our good! I am praying in love and honor to the Triune God of All: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
We were just in Lancaster for the first time and this country is beautiful and the Amish people are precious! Praying every one of them will vote TRUMP!
Lord Jesus, I pray for the all eligible Amish people to vote in this election! To vote their Biblical values, realizing they can make a difference! May they see this as their duty to their God and country and their future freedoms! In Jesus Name 🙏🏻🇺🇸
I agree with these prayers-Amen!
2 Chronicles 7:14
King James Version
14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
We humbly ask forgiveness. Fill our nation with the Holy Spirit so we may better serve you. In Jesus name we pray.