John,
On the second day of early voting in Virginia, a group of right-wing Trump supporters gathered outside a polling location – waving flags and chanting in a clear attempt to intimidate voters.
The staff on site said, "Some voters, and elections staff, did feel intimidated by the crowd and we did provide escorts past the group." It’s clear, John, that we can’t depend on anyone else to ensure people are able to vote freely and safely.
That’s why Women’s March is partnering with Working Families Party, Movement for Black Lives Electoral Justice Project, and dozens of other organizations around the country to organize Election Defenders at local polling places across the country on November 3rd.
A massive turnout of trained community members offering voters safe support will not only help keep voters in line who are waiting to cast their vote if tension breaks out, but also counter attempts by white supremacists to undermine the integrity and credibility of the election.
Unlike traditional poll watchers, Election Defenders will be trained to de-escalate right-wing intimidation tactics and signal to a network of lawyers if and where trouble breaks out. They will also provide PPE and water to voters to ensure everyone can vote safely.
As an Election Defender you’ll learn:
Protecting the rights of people to vote in-person on November 3rd means thousands of people signing up for different roles. We are depending on you to ensure people are able to vote freely and safely.
That means putting our bodies on the line to defend the right of all people to vote – especially those historically targeted by voter suppression. It also means getting organized locally so that we’re safer on Election Day and ready for whatever comes after.
Sign up to be an Election Defender today.
Thank you for stepping up,
Women’s March Team
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