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October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Your ballot isn’t a pop quiz!

From mayors to school boards — every vote counts this year.Hey John! What’s it like to live in your neighborhood? No one can answer that better than you. And do you know who makes the decisions that shape your community? Your local and state officials. They decide:  📌 How much you pay for gas and ut…

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October 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Democracy speaks every language.

Aaron’s story reminds us that access is the first step to inclusion. When Aaron describes what Hispanic Heritage Month means to him, he talks about acknowledgment and being seen.  “It’s a time to celebrate the contributions the Latina and Latinx community have made,” he says. “Especially now, when …

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October 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM

How can anyone say “you don’t belong here”?

Between the lines: Where policy meets pop culture. Before the United States existed, before there were fifty stars on a flag, Indigenous nations were already practicing self-government, building communities, and leading with values that would later influence the very democracy we live in today. An…

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October 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

Our final push to the finish line! Hey, John!  Today marks the final day of National Voter Education Week! 🎉 This week, we’ve shared critical information and tools with voters so they feel confident at the ballot box. But every election still brings new questions: Am I registered? What’s on my ballo…

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October 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM

A quick vocab lesson from our social media queen 👑, Tatiana.

It’s National Voter Education Week! Hi, John!   Every community has its own language, and elections are no different. The more fluent we are, the more power we hold. Building on the energy of National Voter Education Week, we’ve got When We All Vote’s own social media queen, Tatiana, here with your …

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October 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM

This scene in Forever on Netflix feels all too real.

Between the lines: Where policy meets pop culture. Anyone else on their 50th rewatch of Forever on Netflix, or is it just me? 👀  The series is layered with moments that speak to the realities of Black childhood, but the one that lingers is what so many of us know as “The Talk.” Dawn checking Justi…

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October 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM

When is someone finally going to fix this? 💭

We still have thousands of voters to reach. Friend,   It’s like clockwork. Every Friday after work, I repost my “slams laptop shut til Monday” meme (IYKYK) and head to Trader Joe’s to stock up for the weekend. And without fail, on the way there, I hit the same pothole that seems to hate me as much a…

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October 2, 2025 at 10:01 PM

Don’t wait until the last minute…

Follow this quick checklist now so you’re set for Election Day. DONATE When We All VotePO Box 346731400 L Street NWWashington, DC xxxxxxUnited States       [email protected] | 202-908-5226  If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please un…

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October 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM

The government just shut down — now what?

Congress missed the deadline. You can hold them accountable. John,  We are officially in a government shutdown. Congress failed to meet the September 30 funding deadline, leaving critical services shuttered and millions in limbo.   Over the last 50 years, the government has shut down 21 times, with…

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September 30, 2025 at 2:01 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!  Our National Voter Registration Week of Action gave us a glimpse of the momentum building across the country. From thousands of new voter registrations to community-led events, people showed just how powe…

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September 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM

What do the WNBA, equal pay, and voting have in common? 🤔

Between the lines: Where policy meets pop culture. What do the WNBA, equal pay, and voting have in common? More than you’d think. But before we break it down, let’s set the stage. The WNBA has been breaking records all season. From packed-out arenas to climbing viewership, the league’s influence s…

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September 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Redistricting in Missouri. State Supreme Court wins in Utah. Voter ID executive order — 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 Utah, the State Supreme Court blocked a gerrymandered congressional map and reinstated redistricting reforms that voters backed in a 2018 ba…

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September 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM

Our National Voter Registration Week of Action was a success‼️

Let’s finish what we started.Hi John! Last week, we saw democracy in action! From students registering to vote on campus to volunteers stepping up at community events, our National Voter Registration Week of Action showed the unstoppable energy of voters everywhere.  We need your continued support t…

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September 19, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Celebrate National Black Voter Day with When We All Vote and BET 💪🏾

Nothing about us should ever be decided without us.John,   Today is National Black Voter Day, and we are teaming up with BET to make sure our voices are heard. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD For generations, Black communities have been told that decisions about our lives would be made without our voices in…

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September 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM

Got a minute? 👀

Here’s how you can take action: Hey John!  Sometimes it feels like making change takes a lifetime. But this National Voter Registration Week of Action, we’re proving that every single minute counts. However much time you’ve got, you can use it to empower voters in your community and beyond.  Here’s …

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September 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM

Today is National Voter Registration Day!

And local elections are more important than ever. Your voice matters — make sure it counts. John!  It’s National Voter Registration Day — and we’re already deep into our Week of Action. With less than 50 days until Election Day, now is our chance to bring hope and energy into the fight for our democ…

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September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Latino voters have power — here’s how:

Hispanic Heritage Month is more than a celebration — it’s an action. Hi John,   This Hispanic Heritage Month, we are setting the record straight. Today, more than 36 million Latino eligible voters represent a rising force in our democracy — and in less than two months, 8.8 million young Latinos will…

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September 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

Our National Voter Registration Week of Action is almost here! Hey, John!  This September, we are all in on our National Voter Registration Week of Action — happening Monday, September 15, through Sunday, September 21.   The choices we make at the ballot box this year in local elections shape our da…

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September 9, 2025 at 9:01 PM

The Civil Rights Act of 1957: A legacy to honor

Carry the legacy forward — chip in $10 today. John,  On September 9, 1957, President Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1957 into law. It followed the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision and came during a period of resistance across the South. Yet even in the face of opposition, Black…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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