Environmental Champion,

Today is the second day of fall, which means cooler weather and elections in full swing. It also means voters are about to be overwhelmed with the number of races and issues that will show up on their ballot. We know that interpreting everything on your ballot and determining which candidates align with your values is not an easy task.

That’s why we have talked with candidates. From hyper-local offices like Public Utility District Commissioner, to statewide offices like Commissioner for Public Lands, WCV has determined who will be an environmental champion. 

Check out WCV’s 2020 endorsements here >> 

Ballots are mailed out to households in just 3 weeks so now is the time to read up on the candidates running in your area and make sure you are ready to vote as soon as your ballot arrives. Here’s what you can do to make sure your vote counts and you know about all the races up and down your ballot. 

1. Make sure your voter registration is up to date by logging into your VoteWA portal. 
2. Use the same portal to check out your personalized voters’ guide so you are aware of all the candidates and issues on your ballot.
3. Use WCV’s Endorsements and other organizations and people you trust to determine which candidates will uphold your values. 

Whether the top issues you think about when you vote are climate change, racial justice, healthcare, or the economy, your vote will make a difference on the issues that matter most to you. Taking the steps now to ensure your vote counts is critical to a successful election in November and successful action on the issues we care most about for years to come. 

Thanks for all you do,

Emily Krieger
Political & Civic Engagement Manager