Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

August 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John!  I was born and raised in D.C., and it hurts to see my city under attack. The deployment of the National Guard here is no coincidence. Our communities are being targeted because of who we are, the strength…

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August 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM

It’s been 62 years since the March on Washington.

And the blueprint they gave us still works 💪🏾 John,  On August 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people gathered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave the world a dream, fueled by people. They marched to demand justice,…

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August 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM

Today, we honor the women who made voting possible.

Happy Women’s Equality Day! John,   Today marks the 105th anniversary of the 19th Amendment — a milestone in the fight for women’s right to vote — and your support is critical to meeting this moment.  With less than 100 days until Election Day, will you chip in $10 to help us register voters, educa…

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August 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM

Georgia and North Carolina are purging voters!

But we are fighting back. 💪 John, our communities are being targeted — and thousands of votes are on the line. 📍 In Georgia, officials are carrying out one of the largest voter purges in U.S. history — canceling nearly 478,000 registrations — with Black voters hit the hardest.  📍 In North Carolina, …

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August 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM

Texas, California, Congressional Maps, and More!

Normal? Sure. This? Not so much.Hey, John,  *Scratches head* Wait, what is even happening right now? 🤯 Unless you’ve been under a rock (or lucky enough to be on a social media cleanse), you’ve seen the chaos around Texas, California, and congressional maps — oh my! Let’s break down what’s going on, …

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

August 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM

The SWIFT Act and POLL Act, voting rights case moves, Texas redraws maps — here’s what’s happening:

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The UglyHi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. Lawmakers in Congress introduced two bills designed to tackle one of the biggest barriers to voting. The U.S. Supreme Court is considering a ca…

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August 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

This August, we’re honoring women’s voting rights, recruiting poll workers, and gearing up for National Voter Registration Week. Hey, John!  This past weekend — which also marked the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act — When We All Vote brought the energy, the conversation, and the call to action …

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August 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Yes, you 🫵 can get paid to be a poll worker 💰

Sign to become a poll worker TODAY‼️ Hi, John!  In 2025, voters are building power from the ground up. With over 100,000 local elections this year, we can build communities where we all can thrive — brick by brick. Today, When We All Vote is partnering with Power the Polls to celebrate Poll Worker R…

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August 6, 2025 at 10:01 PM

60 Years Later: The Fight to Vote Isn’t Over

But there is a way forward. John, On the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, here’s a look at how far we’ve come — and what’s at risk right now.  1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law, expanding voting rights and ensuring states followed the 1…

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July 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John!  Last Saturday kicked off our 100-day countdown to Election Day — and whether we like it or not, what happens next starts now. Forget the headlines. Zoom in. There are more than 100,000 local and statewid…

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July 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM

It’s official! We are 100 days out from the 2025 election.

What we do in the next 100 days could make all the difference. John,  It’s official: We are 100 days away from the 2025 elections!   This year, we have the power to decide who represents us as our governors, mayors, judges, city council and school board members, and more. These races may not alway…

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July 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Today Marks the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

A milestone worth celebrating — and defending.John,  35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act — and we are still fighting for equal access. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act changed the game, prohibiting discrimination and opening doors across public life, including the voting boot…

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

July 25, 2025 at 9:01 PM

Here’s why these next 100 days mean so much to me.

Join us in shaping the next 100 days. Hi John! This week, you heard from Adrien, one of our volunteers with whom I have had the privilege of working closely. Today, I want to share what this work means to me, not just from working inside the organization, but as a Black woman deeply rooted in comm…

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July 22, 2025 at 10:30 PM

We have 100 days — and everything to fight for 💪

Adrien explains why! Hi John! With just 100 days until Election Day, every conversation, connection, and contribution matters. That’s why we are lifting up voices like Adrien’s — a dedicated volunteer, passionate advocate, and young voter who reminds us what this fight is all about.  But first — ca…

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

July 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM

It’s When We All Vote’s 7th Birthday 🎉

So as we blow out seven candles, we’re asking for one thing: Hi John!  Seven years ago, our Co-Chair, Michelle Obama, launched When We All Vote to do something bold: change the culture around voting and ensure that every eligible voter has the opportunity to make their voice heard. Since then, with…

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July 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Honoring Congressman John Lewis: A Day of Commemoration and Action

Let’s get in good trouble‼️ John,  Today, we honor the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis, a giant of the civil rights movement, a relentless fighter for justice, and a man who taught us that getting in good trouble isn’t just brave — it’s necessary.  Good trouble looks different today. It …

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

July 16, 2025 at 7:31 PM

GA blocks new restrictions, MI targets infrequent voters, and DOJ escalates denaturalization — here’s what’s happening:

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The UglyHi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. In Georgia, the state’s highest court struck down several restrictive election rules, blocking efforts to force hand-counts and add new ID barr…

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July 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM

The names we’ve lost. The change we can still make.

Criminal justice is on the ballot. 🗳️ John,  This July, we are thinking about the people we’ve lost and the systems that led us here. It’s the month we lost Philando Castile. The month we mourned Alton Sterling. The month Sandra Bland never made it home. The month we remember Sonya Massey — a Black…

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July 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

This July, we’re celebrating our birthday, caring for our communities, and building toward what’s next.Hey, John!   July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to recognize how deeply our mental health connects to the systems we live in, including the policies that impact our rights, our…

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July 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Real patriotism looks like this 🇺🇸

Because red, white & YOU matter. Hey, John,  It’s the Fourth of July, and everywhere you look, people are celebrating freedom. Real patriotism shows up in how we care for each other and fight for a country that truly works for everyone. If you’re wondering what loving this country looks like i…

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July 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM

It’s been 61 years since the signing of the Civil Rights Act.

And now the ballot box is where the next chapter is being written. John,  Sixty-one years ago, on July 2, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law — joined by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other civil rights leaders who marched, organized, and demanded that thi…

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John!  The power of the people is greater than the people in power. June has found a way to remind us what that power looks like: through peaceful protests, in organizations stepping up for undocumented families…

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June 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM

When young people lead, the world listens.

Celebrate our fellows and help power the next generation of changemakers. John,  As graduation season comes to a close, we’re celebrating the My School Votes fellows who have spent the past few months organizing and turning their passion into real, lasting change. Now, as they take the next step in…

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  Stephanie Atkins, When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Meet Stephanie: A volunteer turning freedom into action ✊🏾

Her story is one of family, freedom, and why she shows up for her community every single day. John,   Juneteenth represents more than the emancipation of those enslaved. It is a declaration of dignity, identity, and liberation — a celebration of freedom we claimed for ourselves.   When I say “We Are…

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM

PA expands access, rollbacks in Iowa, and a federal court rolls back voter protections — here’s what’s happening:

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The UglyHi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. Voting access is on the line, and the latest updates show just how quickly the rules can change. In Pennsylvania, lawmakers are advancing a maj…

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June 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM

What’s the best advice your father gave you❓

This Father's Day, we're reflecting on the lessons our fathers taught us. Hey John,  Today is Father’s Day, a moment to celebrate all the dads who lead with love. And while some may not hold the official title of “dad,” many of you fill that role, offering wisdom, advice, and strength to your famil…

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 13, 2025 at 10:01 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

Let’s take a look at what we’ve been up to. Hey, John!  Father’s Day is coming up, and I’ve been reflecting on the way my dad — and the men in my life — have shown up. Not just with words, but through action. Leading with love, protecting their families, and showing my sister and me what it means to…

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June 9, 2025 at 7:31 PM

The SAVE Act puts LGBTQ+ voters at risk‼️

3.3 million trans voters could be impacted. Here's what's at stake: John,  The SAVE Act may sound harmless, but it is anything but safe. It targets LGBTQ+ voters, especially trans and nonbinary people, by making it harder to register and cast a ballot. If passed, it could silence voices already fi…

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June 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM

Pride is resistance. Pride is joy. Pride is power. 🏳️‍🌈

Celebrate Pride month by making your voice heard. John,  Pride is more important than ever. As LGBTQ+ Americans fight relentless efforts to legislate us out of classrooms, libraries, sports, healthcare, and history books, one thing is for sure — we are not going anywhere.   In 2024, LGBTQ+ voters …

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June 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM

10,247 reasons to care about June

June’s elections could decide the future of your communities. John,  When people think about elections, most think about November. But what if we told you that the future of your schools, your cities, your neighborhoods, and so much more could be decided before summer officially begins?  This June…

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 5:01 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John! Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month might be coming to a close, but we can keep honoring the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of AAPI communities. Whether you are diving…

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May 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM

Our power, Our future: 5 years after George Floyd

You have the power to shape justice in your community. Here’s how: John,  Five years ago, the world watched as George Floyd’s life was taken by police violence. His murder ignited protests in many states, inspired global solidarity, and sparked conversations about racial justice and police accounta…

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May 21, 2025 at 5:01 PM

You have the right to be seen — and to vote.

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month by making a plan to vote. John,  The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has shaped the heart of this country through rich cultures, bold leadership, and deep traditions. For generations, Asian Americans were told we did not count as citizens, neighbors, or vo…

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM

Progress in Nevada, pushback in Texas, and new ID rules in West Virginia — here’s what’s happening:

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The UglyHi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. Voting laws are shifting fast — and millions of Americans could feel the impact. Nevada is moving to make voting more accessible with new prote…

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May 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

Let’s take a look at what we’ve been up to. Hey, John!  Welcome back to What’s Happening with When We All Vote! This month, more than 26,000 local offices are on the ballot — yes, twenty-six thousand. We’re talking school boards, city councils, mayors, and judges — the people shaping what your neigh…

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May 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

This Mother’s Day, I’m honoring the responsibility behind the title. Hey John,  This Mother’s Day, I’m not just celebrating and honoring the other incredible moms in my life — I’m also reflecting on the responsibility of being a mom. I come from a long line of strong women, and when I chose to becom…

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May 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM

What happens in classrooms starts at the ballot box. 🗳️

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day 🍎 Hi, John!  When we think about education, we picture classrooms, teachers, and students. We rarely think about what happens behind the scenes — or who makes those decisions. But school boards can quietly shape nearly every aspect of a student’s school experience.   I…

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May 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM

🌺 AAPI Heritage Month: Power. Progress. Possibility.

Celebrating the strength of the AAPI community. Hi, John!  This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are honoring a community that is not only rich in culture and history — but also rising in political power.  Did you know Asian American and Pacific Islander voters had the largest …

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 10:01 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John!  Watching people I love get impacted by federal layoffs has been heartbreaking. It’s not just about losing a paycheck — it’s the feeling of instability and the uncertainty that follows. Listening to the 1A…

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM

A fix in SC, a setback in Indiana, and a federal bill with big consequences — here’s what’s happening:

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly Hi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. Big changes are underway that could impact how — and whether — millions of Americans can vote. South Carolina resolved a major issue that prev…

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April 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Here’s how your vote fights climate change. 🌎

Let us explain. Happy Earth Day, John!  This Earth Day, we’re planting seeds of action — because real power grows from the ground up. When we nurture our care for the planet, we grow something stronger together. From fighting climate change to building community gardens, from clean energy to clean …

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  Beth Lynk, When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

Let’s take a look at what we’ve been up to. Hey, John!  Welcome back to What’s Happening with When We All Vote! Spring is in full swing, and you know what else is blooming? The polls! April has the second-highest number of local elections this year, and voters across the country are turning out to m…

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April 10, 2025 at 3:59 PM

🚨BREAKING🚨: The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the SAVE Act

Help us keep the pressure on the Senate.John,  The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. Now, it heads to the Senate. Here are four reasons why this bill is a direct attack on our rights: ❌ It creates unnecessary barriers to voting. Millions o…

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April 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Never contacted your members of Congress before? — We’ve got you!

We made it easy. John, Time is running out. The House of Representatives will vote on the SAVE Act TOMORROW, and we need to do everything we can to stop it. One of the best ways to make an impact is to contact your members of Congress. But if you’ve never done it before, it might feel a little intim…

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April 8, 2025 at 7:51 PM

The SAVE Act vote is happening this week — take action now‼️

Tell Congress to vote NO on the SAVE Act. John, This week, the U.S. House of Representatives is planning to vote on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act — a dangerous attack on our voting rights that threatens the ability to register and cast a ballot for more than 20 million eligibl…

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Local elections matter — will you have a say?

Learn more about what’s on the ballot. John,   Ever wonder how the issues that matter most to you are shaped by decisions made right in your city? Whether it’s how schools are funded, safety in your neighborhood, or access to the rights we deserve, local elections are the ones that hit home. And gu…

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March 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM

[Newsletter] The Last Word w/ When We All Vote

My favorite things, the current state of voting, and all things When We All Vote.    Hi, John!  I recently finished Court of Gold on Netflix, and it left a mark on me. What stood out most was my favorite player, Kevin Durant, speaking on his love for the game and the relentless work it takes to reac…

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March 27, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Who gets left behind if the SAVE Act passes? 👀

This bill is an attack on our freedom. Here’s how to stop it: John,   Not everyone has a passport. Not everyone has easy access to their birth certificate. Not everyone can take time off work to update their voter registration in person. But under the SAVE Act, if you don’t have the proper document…

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  Nandi Henderson, When We All Vote · [email protected]

March 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Friend, did you know women make just 82 cents to a man’s dollar? 💸

But here’s the thing — our paychecks are on the ballot. John,  Let’s have an honest conversation — in 2025, women are still getting paid less than our white male counterparts for the same work. That’s not just unfair — it’s expensive. Over a lifetime, those lost wages add up to hundreds of thousan…

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March 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM

[SPECIAL EDITION] The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

A When We All Vote voting rights update‼️ Hi John,  Welcome back to The Good, The Bad, The Ugly — your go-to source for the latest in voting rights. Congress is at a critical crossroads. The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act pushes to protect voters from discrimination, while the SAVE Act and…

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