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26 May, 4 tweets, 2 min read
Today, we’re proud to announce the launch of our new State Voting Rights Council made up of Democratic state legislators from across the country. Together, we’ll strategize on fighting GOP voter suppression & mobilize national resources to preserve #OurVoteOurVoice.
The State Voting Rights Council will be co-chaired by Nevada Assembly Speaker @JasonFrierson & Michigan Senate Democratic Leader @jimananich, & include members from Georgia, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, New York, Wisconsin, & more.
@JasonFrierson @jimananich So far this year, Republicans have introduced hundreds of bills to suppress the vote. In stark contrast, Democrats in the states have taken the lead on expanding access by implementing policies like automatic voter registration & more early voting.
Democracy can only function when every voter has the opportunity to make their voice heard. Our country was founded on the principle that Americans should have a say in how they’re governed, & state Dems are ready to fight for #OurVoteOurVoice.

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