Traditionally less publicized, state and local elections often see turnout rates much lower and less representative of a given community when compared to midterm and presidential elections. However, this is not to say these elections are any less important. From city councils to school boards, local elections directly affect all aspects of our daily lives […]
On this day 57 years ago, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law by then-President Lyndon B. Johnson at the height of the Civil Rights Movement. This historic piece of legislation is often cited as changing the scope of American democracy, doing so to ensure the voices of all, regardless of race, faith, gender, […]
On July 1, 1971, the 26th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified. This amendment was responsible for lowering the voting age down from 21 and thus entrusted 18-year-olds the right to vote in all U.S elections. Spearheaded by youth activists through much of the early 20th century, the passage of the 26th Amendment […]
It’s Election Day Today’s the day, Primary Election Day June 8, 2021, and there’s still time to make sure people have the information they need to vote in the election. As you provide last-minute reminders today, remember to keep things clear and concise to ensure your community is laser-focused on the right actions to take. […]
It’s Election Day! Today’s the day, Primary Election Day June 8, 2021, and there’s still time to make sure people have the information they need to vote in the election. As you provide last-minute reminders today, remember to keep things clear and concise to ensure your community is laser-focused on the right actions to take. […]
Get Out the Vote! We’re one week from the New Jersey Primary Election so let’s first take this moment to say THANK YOU. Nonprofits like yours are the true engine driving nonpartisan voter engagement at the local level — engaging the voters that campaigns often overlook. Thank you for all of the hard work you […]
Get Out the Vote! We’re one week from the Virginia Primary Election so let’s first take this moment to say THANK YOU. Nonprofits like yours are the true engine driving nonpartisan voter engagement at the local level — engaging the voters that campaigns often overlook. Thank you for all of the hard work you have […]
Know What’s on Your Ballot In a recent report from the Knight Foundation that looked at 2016 non-voters, they found that most non-voters felt they did not have enough information to cast a ballot. This disparity was even larger for 18 to 24-year-olds. Sharing information with potential voters about what races and ballot initiatives they can expect […]
Know What’s on Your Ballot In a recent report from the Knight Foundation that looked at 2016 non-voters, they found that most non-voters felt they did not have enough information to cast a ballot. This disparity was even larger for 18 to 24-year-olds. Sharing information with potential voters about what races and ballot initiatives they can expect […]
Voting By Mail We know the election process in any year can be confusing. That’s why we’re dedicating one whole week to ensure your organization has all it needs to provide potential voters in your community with the tools to apply for and cast a ballot by mail. While you share options for voting, remember […]
