Friend,

We stand at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. Right now, we have the power to shape our country’s future on critical issues like racial justice, inclusive education and human rights. This power lies in our voices and, most importantly, our votes.

Through The South’s Got Now | Decidimos campaign, we are uniting voters in a powerful movement to show that together, we can forge the change we wish to see in our communities.

This election cycle, we’re going all in on reminding voters just how precious their vote is. We’re running video ads encouraging young people to “Be a Voter,” engaging in grassroots community outreach, registering thousands to vote, and working to eliminate discriminatory barriers to voting.

In these times, we are called to link arms once again in a new march for voting rights. Please join us in the modern-day fight to save our democracy by making a special gift before Election Day.

That’s why I hope we can count on you for a special contribution to support the three core parts of the SPLC Voting Rights Action Plan.

Step #1: Defending the Right to Vote in the Courtroom

Litigation is at the heart of our strategy and has already produced significant victories. Last year, for example, we submitted an amicus brief whose argument was accepted by the U.S. Supreme Court in a major case striking down Alabama’s racially gerrymandered Congressional districts.

Step #2: Fighting for Federal and State Voting Rights Protections

At the federal level, we’re committed to restoring the full power of the Voting Rights Act, which a decade-long series of adverse Supreme Court decisions have hollowed out.

One top priority is developing a revised coverage formula to be used in the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect voters from arbitrary changes to voting rights procedures.

Step #3: Registering and Mobilizing Voters

To defeat white nationalists and other far-right extremists, we must vote.

In our sweeping Vote Your Voice project, we’re partnering with nonprofits across the Deep South on creative voter outreach efforts in this election and for years to come. These organizations do incredible work but have always struggled for funding.

By finally getting them the resources they need, they can galvanize people to exercise their right to vote, advocate for voting access, ensure fair representation in redistricting and encourage full civic participation.

This is a pivotal moment, and the outcome rests on the power of the vote. Friend, we are hopeful that you will make a special contribution to the SPLC to help us defend the legacy of freedom and voting rights for all.

Sincerely,

Your friends at the Southern Poverty Law Center