Spread seeds, spread life, and vote on April 4

Boozhoo John,

Spring is finally here – it is a time of rebirth, warmth, and new life. We plant the seeds of our ancestors – the plants who have been our teachers since Turtle Island [[link removed]] was first created.

"Turtle Island" is commonly used by Indigenous people to describe our Mother, the Earth, and is often referenced in Indigenous creation accounts. The turtle represents the island in the midst of water where humans have reemerged – supporting all living things.

Since the beginning, plants have taught us to give thanks to the earth, how to respect the world around us, and have sustained us through generations. We are connected to this land because it has provided for us and we honor that gift.

Just like spreading seeds, we must always think about creating life for the seven generations that come after us. That means voting to protect the land, the plants, the animals, and all that sustains us.

When we vote, we are choosing a better future for our people. So, vote on or before Tuesday, April 4 and vote for the seventh generation.

VOTING INFO [[link removed]]

The April 4 election is less than two weeks away. Find the voting information you need here [[link removed]]:

First, check to see if you’re registered to vote here [[link removed]]. If you’re not registered, you can register in-person when you vote. Just make sure you have a proof of residence document for your registration (this can be a letter from a tribal government if it has your name and address on it) and a valid photo ID to vote (this can be a tribal ID).

Know what’s on your ballot. You can find a sample ballot on MyVote here [[link removed]].

If you have an absentee ballot, return it in the mail as soon as possible and make sure to double check the instructions you receive with your ballot. If you would like to drop off your absentee ballot in-person, you should contact your clerk [[link removed]] to find out options for returning your absentee ballot.

When voting in-person on or before Election Day, Tuesday, April 4, make sure you bring a valid photo ID and know where your polling place is [[link removed]] (your polling location may have changed this year). All polling locations are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day.

If you have a disability and need assistance, call the Disability Rights Wisconsin Voter Hotline at 1-844-DIS-VOTE (1-844-347-8683) or email [email protected].

Miigwech (thank you) for being a voter,

Dee Sweet
Native Vote Manager
Wisconsin Conservation Voices

P.S. You can support our efforts to make sure every Native voice is heard by making a donation here. This election will have impacts on our children for generations, so every dollar matters – and every vote counts.

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