Important election info you don't want to miss!
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Welcome to WCV's Weekly Election Update, featuring pertinent voting information, actions to take, and upcoming events hosted by WCV-endorsed candidates. Electing pro-environment local and state governments remains crucial in creating an equitable, just, and healthy environment for all, especially on issues that matter most to communities right now like housing justice, clean water, and access to public transportation.
WATCH YOUR MAILBOX: Ballots drop this week.
October 21st commences the 18-day voting period for Washington voters. Check your mailbox this weekend for your ballot. Your ballot must be mailed and postmarked no later than Election Day, November 8th or returned to a ballot drop box by 8PM on Election Day. After returning your ballot, make sure it's been accepted by checking here.
Webinar: How Ranked Choice Voting Works - And Why We Need It!
Ranked-choice voting (RCV) is gaining momentum across the nation and is now in effect in Seattle, Clark County and San Juan County. Whether RCV is new to you, or you want to learn how to explain it effectively, this well-organized presentation is a good basic foundation. Bring your questions, bring a friend, and let's bring ranked-choice voting to Washington State!
Check your region now for events in your area! Critical elections are won only with people taking action for pro-environmental candidates around the state.
Q&A:
Q: I haven't registered to vote yet. Is it too late?
You can still register online until October 31, and register in person until Election Day, November 8th to vote in the general election.
Q: I think I live somewhere different than I did this time last year. Do I need to do anything to vote?
To make sure you get your ballot mailed to you, and to ensure it has the correct races, you need to update your registration with your current living address. You can do this here.
Q: When do ballots get mailed?
You should receive your ballot in the mail this weekend. If you are a registered voter and do not receive your ballot, contact your county elections department.
PS: Past felony conviction? You can vote.
As of January 1, 2022, Washington automatically restores voting rights to people with past felony convictions immediately after they finish their prison terms. Every citizen who is not in prison will be allowed to vote, even while on community supervision. You can find more information here.
