Laura at When We All Vote · [email protected]

August 11, 2021 at 5:03 PM

UPDATE: Voting reform was just blocked in the Senate, again

We wanted you to be one of the first to hear this huge voting rights update.     John,   As a valuable member of our team, we wanted to make sure you heard about this huge voting rights update.   Last night, the Senate held a procedural vote to b…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

August 7, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Democracy can’t wait

Join an event near you on August 10th     John, This Tuesday, August 10, thousands of people across the country will attend a Democracy Can’t Wait rally in their communities to demand Senate action on the For the People …

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

August 6, 2021 at 9:05 PM

Michelle Obama and Stacey Abrams are teaming up

As we mark the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, step up in the fight for our vote.     John,   Today marks the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 -- one of the most substantial pieces of civil rights legislation in American hi…

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July 26, 2021 at 8:03 PM

31 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act

Let’s take a look back at this monumental moment in the fight for civil and disability rights.     Hey John,   Thirty-one years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) -- a landmark civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against…

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July 20, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Happy Disability Pride Month

Here's how we are honoring this month →     Hey John -- this month we're celebrating Disability Pride Month.   On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. It became the first major bipartisan effort to fight for equ…

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July 15, 2021 at 4:01 PM

This weekend: Honoring John Lewis and his legacy

Join us in the fight for voting rights across our country.     Join us this weekend to honor Rep. John Lewis’s life and legacy >>   John,    One year ago this Saturday, Congressman and lifelong Civil Rights activist John Lewis passed away.…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

July 14, 2021 at 10:00 PM

Another hit to voting rights -- this time from the Supreme Court

What does this mean for our movement?     John,   Our sacred right to vote is still under attack.   In a recent 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court upheld two Republican-supported laws restricting voting rights in Arizona. The Brnovich v. DNC decisi…

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July 8, 2021 at 4:00 PM

The 26th Amendment

Young people still face barriers to making their voices heard     John,   Throughout history, young folks have been one of the strongest voices in fighting for social change. From marching the streets and working alongside legislators to voting a…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

July 4, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Help democracy work for ALL of us

Celebrate America by joining the fight for voting rights     Hi John --   As we gather with friends and family to watch the fireworks, it’s never been a better time to have a conversation about voting rights in our country. Right now, our democr…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 29, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Organizers we're celebrating this Pride Month

We're spotlighting amazing leaders fighting for a more equitable future     John,   Happy Pride Month! As we wrap up this month, When We All Vote is using our platform to shine a light on some of the strong leaders and organizers in our communit…

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  Areesa Somani · [email protected]

June 23, 2021 at 11:15 PM

We need all hands on deck

Thank YOU for taking action to bring your community to the ballot box.     John,   I’ve always been proud of the fact that When We All Vote has been first and foremost a people-powered movement.    It was inspiring to watch communities across th…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 22, 2021 at 11:01 PM

We’ve got an update on the For the People Act:

Our fight for voting rights and accessibility to the ballot box isn’t over.     John,   Today, the Senate failed to pass a motion to proceed with the For the People Act. But our fight for voting rights and accessibility to the ballot box isn’t ov…

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  Ryan Gellert, CEO of Patagonia · [email protected]

June 21, 2021 at 3:01 PM

Why Patagonia supports voters

We joined more than 80 companies to support the For the People Act. Will you join us?     Hi John,   My name is Ryan Gellert and I’m the CEO of Patagonia. For our company, voting accessibility is a priority because it creates the foundation for p…

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  Stephanie at When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 20, 2021 at 3:01 PM

My Father, my first civics teacher

    John,   I’ll never forget the voting rallies my father Bishop McKinley Young led in the new South Africa with local leaders as the country transitioned from Apartheid to Democracy in 1994. Thousands packed gyms and auditoriums to learn how t…

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  Stephanie at When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 19, 2021 at 4:02 PM

Celebrating Black resilience and liberty

The time is now to fight voter suppression and make sure ALL voices are heard.     Hi John -   Juneteenth, celebrated each year on June 19, is the commemoration of the day in 1865 when federal troops liberated more than 250,000 enslaved Black peo…

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  Areesa at When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 17, 2021 at 9:01 PM

It's not too late to make a big difference for Juneteenth

Join our Weekend of Action     John,   Our Juneteenth Weekend of Action is in full swing -- with hundreds of When We All Vote volunteers across the country registering voters as they gather with family and friends to honor Juneteenth   If you hav…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

June 16, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Our democracy is always worth fighting for.

Reforming our democracy is bigger than any one person or political party.     John,   As a key member of our movement, we wanted to check in and give you an important voting rights update.   Last week, Senator Joe Manchin -- a crucial swing vote …

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  Megan Rapinoe · [email protected]

June 4, 2021 at 8:17 PM

Pride began as a protest -- let’s continue that legacy

We can put a stop to voter suppression, together.     John,   Happy Pride Month, y’all.    Pride has always been about dismantling unjust systems and celebrating the wholeness of human identity. It serves as a reminder of the Stonewall Uprising, …

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  Laura Miller · [email protected]

June 3, 2021 at 2:30 PM

We’re witnessing a direct attack on our democracy.

Now is the time to step up before it's too late.     Hi John,   As a key supporter, I wanted to make sure you saw the important news: Yesterday, in a public statement, 100 scholars and experts warned that the recent wave of voter suppression legi…

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  Areesa Somani · [email protected]

May 28, 2021 at 8:16 PM

Important Juneteenth next steps

When We All Vote Last night we discussed how you can participate in our weekend of action Hi John, Thank you to all of y’all who were able to attend our Juneteenth Weekend of Action Volunteer Call last night! If you were not able to join, make sure you watch the recording here. Remember to …

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  Areesa Somani · [email protected]

May 26, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Don’t forget to RSVP for our training call!

Did you see Stephanie’s note?     Hey John,    I wanted to make sure you saw Stephanie’s note!   Tomorrow, join us for our volunteer training call from 7-8pm ET to prepare for When We All Vote’s Juneteenth Weekend of Action from Thursday, June 17…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 25, 2021 at 6:15 PM

We cannot stop until Black Lives Matter in the eyes of the law.

When We All Vote John, It’s been one year since George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officers in broad daylight. George Floyd was a brother, a father, a ballplayer, and a proud “mama’s boy.” He should be alive today. In the last year, we’ve witnessed the loss of far too many Blac…

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  Laura Miller · [email protected]

May 24, 2021 at 4:16 PM

Your senators need to hear from you

When We All Vote Take action now. Call your senators and tell them to support the passage of the For the People Act >> John, In every month of 2021, state legislators in 48 states have introduced bills that limit access to the ballot box. That’s why Congress must pass the For the Peo…

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  Stephanie at When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 23, 2021 at 4:06 PM

Using our voices this Juneteenth

RSVP for our volunteer training May 27     Hi John,   It’s been a year of stark contrasts in our country; from a profound reckoning with consistent police violence and the fight for racial justice, to record-breaking voter turnout defying all odd…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 14, 2021 at 5:15 PM

How we’re celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

A spotlight on volunteers who are changing the culture around voting →     Hi John, Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! This month, When We All Vote is using our platform to shine a spotlight on some of our Asian American a…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

May 13, 2021 at 6:15 PM

With your support, we can protect democracy.

When We All Vote Thanks for being a part of our team. John,  Over the last several months, over 404 voter suppression bills have been introduced in almost all 50 state legislatures. Just last week, we saw the Governor of Florida sign a bill that creates barriers to obtaining and casting mai…

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May 12, 2021 at 7:15 PM

Depriving Washington D.C. statehood is a civil rights issue

When We All Vote You can support D.C. in its fight for statehood. John, Today, more than 712,000 Washington D.C. residents are denied full rights and representation in Congress. Despite paying more money in taxes than 22 states, the citizens of our nation’s capital are excluded from having t…

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May 11, 2021 at 3:30 PM

The For the People Act is headed to Committee Markup -- here’s what that means →

When We All Vote Take action now. Call your senators and tell them to support the passage of the For the People Act >> John, Today, the For the People Act is headed to the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration for a markup of the bill. As this bill moves through the Senate, we…

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  Michelle Obama · [email protected]

May 9, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Happy Mother’s Day!

When We All Vote John, Happy Mother’s Day! I hope you are getting a chance to spend some time with your loved ones today. Because whether you are a mom, a mother figure, a grandmother, an aunt -- or you’re celebrating one of these incredible people in your life -- today is a day to pause an…

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  Bobby Brady-Sharp · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 4:30 PM

Have you RSVP’d for the John Lewis Voter Advancement Day of Action yet?

When We All Vote Hi John, I wanted to make sure you saw Areesa’s note from last week. When We All Vote is committed to not only expanding civic engagement but protecting our democracy and making voting more accessible. But we can’t do that without you, and without making our voices heard to…

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  Stephanie Young · [email protected]

April 30, 2021 at 7:46 PM

Our priorities

When We All Vote John, will you join us? John, Since its founding, When We All Vote has fought to expand access to voting and increase participation in every election -- particularly in communities that face the greatest barriers to make their voices heard. Today, we are reaffirming our comm…

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  Areesa Somani · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 6:16 PM

RSVP now: May 8 John Lewis Day of Action

When We All Vote Hi John, In state legislatures across the country, our right to vote is under attack. But we know the collective power of our voices is meaningful in ensuring that every eligible voter is registered and able to cast their vote freely. That’s why When We All Vote is proud to…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 23, 2021 at 6:16 PM

Breaking Down the Bill: Early Voting, Vote By Mail, and The For the People Act

When We All Vote Call your senators now and urge them to support the For the People Act >> John, As the For the People Act makes its way through the Senate, we want to make sure you have all the information you need to join us in the important work of protecting our democracy -- so we…

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April 22, 2021 at 1:00 PM

The House is voting on D.C. statehood today

When We All Vote John, The House of Representatives is voting on the Washington, D.C. Admission Act TODAY. The fight for D.C. statehood is a vital part of the fight for equality and voting rights across our country, and D.C. residents need our help in their movement for statehood. Take acti…

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April 20, 2021 at 5:15 PM

The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act: One vital step towards meaningful reform

When We All Vote We're breaking down the bill. John, We are mourning the loss of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old and father to a 1-year-old son, and Adam Toledo, a 13-year-old child -- who lost their lives at the hands of the police. This sadness and grief are all too familiar to our country a…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 16, 2021 at 7:11 PM

With your help, we can put the power back in the hands of the people.

When We All Vote Can you chip in today? Hi John,  We’ve talked to you a lot about voter suppression lately -- and if it’s seemed like that’s all we’re focused on, it’s because the number of state legislatures introducing and passing bills that restrict voting access is increasing every day. …

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 9, 2021 at 7:01 PM

What is the For the People Act? We’re breaking down the bill →

When We All Vote Call your senators now and urge them to support the For the People Act >> John, The need for us to take action to protect our democracy could not be more urgent. In 2021 alone, lawmakers in 47 states across the country are pushing legislation designed to further restr…

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  Valerie Jarrett · [email protected]

April 6, 2021 at 4:01 PM

The COVID-19 vaccines were made to save

When We All Vote Hi John, Just last month, we announced that When We All Vote joined Civic Nation, a home to changemaker initiatives who inspire, educate, and activate people around the issues that will define this generation. So I’m excited to announce the newest addition to the Civic Nati…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

April 1, 2021 at 6:15 PM

What does D.C. statehood have to do with voting rights and equality?

When We All Vote D.C. residents deserve a voice John, Washington, D.C. is the seat of our nation’s capital and is also the home to over 712,000 of our nation’s citizens. You may not be aware, but while D.C. residents pay federal taxes, serve on juries and in the U.S. military, start business…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

March 30, 2021 at 8:46 PM

Let’s talk about the 19th Amendment

When We All Vote Don't let history repeat itself. John, As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’ve seen over 40 states across the country putting forward bills to disenfranchise and suppress the votes of millions of eligible voters. One of the legacies of voter suppression is in the re…

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 1:46 PM

Disgraceful legislation

When We All Vote This work is urgent. We need your help now. John, Last night, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a new voter suppression bill into law. This disgraceful legislation imposes new ID requirements for absentee ballots, limits drop boxes, allows state takeovers of local election…

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  Stephanie at When We All Vote · [email protected]

March 25, 2021 at 8:01 PM

Put the power back in the hands of the people

When We All Vote Let’s stop voter suppression together. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Mrs. Obama’s letter in support of The For the People Act signed by over 60 of When We All Vote’s Co-Chairs, Ambassadors, and supporters like Tom Hanks, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jennifer Lopez, and more! If…

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  Michelle Obama · [email protected]

March 23, 2021 at 2:17 PM

Why I’m urging the Senate to pass the For the People Act

When We All Vote Join me and call your senators now John, Today, 64 of my fellow When We All Vote Co-Chairs, Ambassadors, supporters and I are calling on you to stand with us and urge the Senate to pass the For the People Act. Together, we can put an end to voter suppression in our country …

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  When We All Vote · [email protected]

March 19, 2021 at 4:32 PM

The future of our democracy depends on us

When We All Vote The Senate is voting on the For the People Act soon. John, Voting should be easy, but that wasn’t the case for many in the 2020 elections. People faced fear around the safety of voting in person during a pandemic, long lines, inaccessible ballot drop boxes, and mail-in ball…

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March 17, 2021 at 4:16 PM

Two women who led the way

When We All Vote Honoring women involved with the women's suffrage movement John, Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate and acknowledge all of the hard work that women leaders and activists do to achieve greater gender equity. As a part of honoring women’s history, we’re highlighting …

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March 12, 2021 at 8:03 PM

The filibuster: Everything you need to know

When We All Vote A comprehensive guide to the filibuster John, There’s been a lot of talk about the filibuster lately and its role in the Senate. It’s an important topic that affects the way our elected officials make decisions and pass legislation. But, if you’re not 100% sure what the fili…

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  Valerie Jarrett · [email protected]

March 11, 2021 at 5:16 PM

An exciting announcement

When We All Vote I have some news to share with you. Hi John, In the last year, our country has been forced to face some of our toughest challenges and ask some difficult questions. And through it all, I’ve been proud to be part of an organization that works so hard to drive change and inspi…

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  Stephanie at When We All Vote · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 5:00 PM

RSVP now: Call to Action to Fight for our Voting Rights

When We All Vote Find out how you can take action on H.R. 1 Hi John, Thank you for all of the hard work, time, and energy you put into organizing for the 2020 general election and 2021 Georgia Senate runoffs. With your help, we engaged new voters, educated people in communities around the co…

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  Laura Miller · [email protected]

February 24, 2021 at 6:17 PM

You can fight voter suppression. Here’s how -->

When We All Vote It only takes a few minutes to help. Hi John, In 2020, we saw historic voter turnout despite a global pandemic and voter suppression efforts intended to stop voters from casting their ballots in a safe and accessible way. The hard work done by organizers, volunteers, communi…

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  Laura at When We All Vote · [email protected]

February 23, 2021 at 7:05 PM

I’m asking you to take action now, John

When We All Vote Call your representative now and urge them to support the For the People Act. Hi John, In 2020, we saw historic voter turnout despite a global pandemic and voter suppression efforts intended to stop voters from casting their ballots in a safe and accessible way. The hard wor…

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