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As a mom, I’m always thinking about the world my kids will grow up in. And as much as I focus on the big, sweeping issues, there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years: *local* politics are where the real change happens.
It’s not just about who’s in the White House—it’s about who’s sitting on your city council, who’s deciding your school board policies, and who’s passing laws that shape the day-to-day lives of your family.
This election year, I can’t stress enough how important it is to vote for the down-ballot races. These races often get ignored, but the people who win these seats are the ones shaping our communities. And right now, we’ve seen a concerted effort from conservatives to stack local races and push through policies that erase our rights—whether it’s reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ protections, or racial equity. They know how much power is held at the local level, and it’s time we recognize it too.
The future of our towns, schools, and local services rests on the decisions made in these smaller races, and democracy? It’s not a spectator sport. It’s up to us to show up and make sure our voices are heard—not just in the big elections, but in every single race on the ballot.
