We have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to save and strengthen American democracy. It’s critical that the House and Senate pass the For The People Act so that all Americans have equal access to the ballot. 1/6 usatoday.com/story/opinion/…
It would end partisan gerrymandering and the system by which members of Congress choose their voters by creating independent commissions to draw our congressional districts. 2/6
It would end felon disenfranchisement throughout America, restoring a civic voice to millions, and offering a second chance to returning citizens. 3/6
It would require that every state offer 2 weeks of early voting & ensure early voting sites are distributed fairly, stopping state legislatures from removing polling places or setting voting hours that functionally disenfranchise many voters of color. 4/6
It would guarantee automatic voter registration and same day voter registration and stop voter registration purges that have removed 32 million from the rolls (disproportionately voters of color and those with Latino and Asian last names). 5/6
“Our democracy is only equal when all Americans have the same access to the ballot.” Reach out to those who represent you in Congress and let them know how you feel. Capitol switchboard: 202-224-3121. 6/6
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