Why Does The US Vote On Tuesdays?

The United States votes on Tuesdays because it is a day that was chosen historically, dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. At that time, Tuesday was chosen because many people had to travel long distances to cast their vote, and Monday was not a practical option as it would have meant leaving on Sunday, which for religious reasons was not acceptable for many citizens. Additionally, Wednesday was market day for many farmers, so it was also not a convenient day for them to travel to vote. Tuesday was the best option as it allowed people to travel to polling locations on Monday and return home on Wednesday. Since then Tuesday became a tradition and it has not changed till now.