NOVEMBER 2022 NEWS ROUNDUP
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The election results are in for most races across the country and our future leaders are preparing for their next steps in Washington. But we can’t let up just yet. There is a runoff election in Georgia and we cannot leave anything on the table.
Senator Raphael Warnock is defending his seat, which will either keep a tie in the Senate should he lose, or give Democrats the upper hand with a 51st vote if he wins. After the battle for the midterms that defied historic trends across the country, we have to show up again for Georgia, and that’s why we are transforming this month’s newsletter to highlight ways you can help.
At Groundwork, Georgia has a special place in our heart. Our mission was inspired in part by the hyper-local organizing that took place in Georgia for the decade prior to 2020. A long overlooked, ‘red’ state in the south was transformed into a battleground state through solid leadership that knew the value of investing in organizers and trusting their knowledge of their communities.
Democrats have tough battles ahead now that an extremist GOP holds the power in the House. We need as many tools to fight back as we can assemble, including a true Senate majority. So, we can’t leave Senator Warnock’s runoff election up to chance. We have got to step up and do our part to turn out voters. We’ve included some highlights from the ground in Georgia and actions you can take to make an impact today. Read on for more information on how you can get involved.
In solidarity,
Joe
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Joe Kennedy (he/him)
Founder
Groundwork Project
GEORGIA NEWS
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Read more about the critical Black organizing happening on the ground. In a runoff election, voters are tired from months of political campaigning. But securing a 51st vote for Democrats in the Senate will be monumental for the next two years. Read more here.
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Some good news! Georgia has blocked a 6-week abortion ban. This is due to dedicated organizers on the ground that would not give up the fight. Read more about their work here.
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ACTIONS FOR GEORGIA
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Phone Bank for Sen. Warnock — Now is the time to put all hands on deck and bring a resounding win in Georgia! Every day there are opportunities to reach voters and get them ready to vote early or on Election Day, Tuesday December 6th.
Call Georgia Voters — You can also make calls with Fair Fight, an organization founded to combat years of systematic voter suppression. By promoting free and fair elections, engaging in voter activation and education, Fair Fight is working to elect pro-voting rights leaders like Sen. Warnock. Reach Georgia voters from your home and sign up to make calls today.
Donate to Every Last Vote — Your donation will directly support grassroots organizers rallying in Georgia to educate and turn out voters. With a closing window to help turn out the vote, your support is needed today. If you are able, chip in to ensure all Georgia voters have the chance to have their voices heard.
Text Bank with Georgia’s Working Families Party and BlackPAC — Texting is one of the quickest and easiest ways to activate voters in Georgia ahead of next month’s runoff election. You can text from anywhere in the country, even one shift of about 30 minutes, you can reach hundreds of voters.
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