John,

As we countdown to Election Day, we wanted to highlight Issue One’s important work in October to defend our democracy.

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Election Protection

This election season, Issue One is supporting election officials, combating false election information, and educating Americans about how elections work.

Here’s how you can help:

• Share our resources: Spread the word about HowElectionsWork.org, our Election Integrity Toolkit, and our interactive VoteWise chatbot (available on WhatsApp, Telegram, and Meta Messenger).

• Spread the word: Share this video on social media to show your support.

• Sign our pledge: Commit to speak out against the harassment of election officials.

In response to recent arson attacks on ballot drop boxes in Oregon, Washington, and USPS mailboxes in Arizona, the co-chairs of Issue One’s bipartisan National Council on Election Integrity (NCEI) issued a statement calling these incidents “egregious attacks on the fundamental right of every American to cast their vote securely and without fear of interference.”

Holding Big Tech Accountable

A new Issue One analysis revealed that major tech companies have invested over $51 million into lobbying efforts in 2024—nearly 14% more than the same period last year. These record-breaking sums come as the tech industry attempts to derail commonsense social media reforms that have bipartisan support.

Money In Politics

Help Fund Democracy

With election day around the corner, your support means everything. Stand with us and contribute today to help protect the election!

New on Issue One’s Substack

• The Only Citizens Vote Coalition: Research Associate Mia Minkin dove into our recent investigative report, addressing myths around noncitizen voting and how these false narratives impact those on the frontlines of democracy.

• Honoring Election Officials: Election Protection Intern Risa Dorf highlighted the critical role of election officials, emphasizing that U.S. elections are safe and secure thanks to their dedication—and that we owe them the same security they provide for us.

• Lawsuits Targeting Social Media: With a surge of lawsuits against social media platforms, particularly TikTok, Tech Reform team members Willa Blake and Isabel Sunderland examined how these legal battles spotlight social media’s impact on young users.

• Planning for a Resilient Congress: Senior Legislative Associate Joshua Manuel Bonet discussed the vital importance of a continuity plan for Congress—not just a hypothetical exercise, but a vital step in safeguarding the resilience of our democracy.

• Drop Boxes Are Safe: Despite recent attacks, Senior Election Advisor Claire Woodall assured voters that ballot drop boxes remain a safe and secure way to vote.

Thanks for your support,

The Issue One Team