That proverb comes to mind when I think about voter registration. The earlier you register, the stronger your voice will be when it counts most. Yet every election cycle, too many people wait until the last minute, assuming they can rely on same-day registration or slip in before the deadline. That gamble leaves far too [...] Read More... The post Voter Prep Begins with Early Registration first appeared on Nonprofit VOTE.| Nonprofit VOTE
When people think of nonvoters, it’s tempting to assume they simply “don’t care” or got tripped up by deadlines, ID rules, or forms. But our interviews with partners reveal something deeper: emotions of shame, fear, isolation, and invisibility. [...] Read More... The post Why Don’t People Vote in Local Elections? One Reason: Negative Emotions first appeared on Nonprofit VOTE.| Nonprofit VOTE
We interviewed Marty who works at a nonprofit serving the rural disability community about helping people vote. She talks through the unique challenges their community faces and how she’s made inroads in awareness and education of those with local elected officials and election offices “You told me the site was just going to check my [...] Read More... The post Building Bridges Between the Disability Community and Elections first appeared on Nonprofit VOTE. The post Building Bridges Betwe...| Nonprofit VOTE
As we head into the holiday weekend, we’re sharing 11 ways that you can celebrate July 4th in your jurisdiction.| Center for Tech and Civic Life
San Benito County, California's Ride Along program makes improved transparency a walk in the park—or rather, a ride in a car.| Center for Tech and Civic Life
Election officials are preparing for Election Day by using new technology, partnerships, communication strategies, and more.| Center for Tech and Civic Life