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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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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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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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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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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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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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March 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM

The SAVE Act is a dangerous threat to our right to vote.

Don’t let them silence our voices — ACT NOW‼️ John,   The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is a dangerous attack on our vote that could threaten more than 20 million eligible voters. If signed into law, the SAVE Act would impose strict new voter registration requirements, including:…

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March 11, 2025 at 7:01 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! Last month, we talked about how the headlines are heavy and the challenges ahead are real. That hasn’t changed. If anything, the stakes have only gotten higher. Across the country, we’re …

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March 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM

60 years after Bloody Sunday — here’s what's still at stake:

Our voting rights are at risk‼️ John,  Today marks 60 years since Bloody Sunday, when more than 600 brave individuals marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, demanding voting rights for Black Americans. As they faced brutal attacks by police, the powerful images captured by the m…

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March 6, 2025 at 8:02 PM

The women before us didn’t wait — and neither will we!

Celebrate Women’s History Month with When We All VoteJohn, From the ballot box to the picket lines, from classrooms to boardrooms, women have always led the charge for progress. Our history is filled with women who refused to wait for permission and built, dreamed, and fought for a better future.   …

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March 5, 2025 at 5:03 PM

🚨BREAKING🚨: The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act was just reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

60 years later, our voting rights are still worth fighting for.John,  For generations, Black Americans fought tirelessly for the right to vote, overcoming violence, intimidation, and systemic barriers through civil rights organizations and leaders like Congressman John Lewis, who organized marches, …

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March 3, 2025 at 11:02 PM

💡 Know a young leader? Help them get PAID to make an impact!

You can’t afford to miss this. APPLY TODAY! Hey John,  Do you know a young leader, 18-25, passionate about making a difference? Maybe they’re always the first to step up, organize, and inspire others. Maybe they care deeply about civic engagement but aren’t sure where to start. The My School Votes A…

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February 28, 2025 at 8:01 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! Lately, I’ve been playing Nikki Giovanni’s Ego Tripping’ on repeat, letting one line live in my brain rent-free, “I turned myself into myself.” It hit me — coming back to myself means doing the things that…

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February 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM

If our votes didn’t matter, they wouldn’t try to stop us.

We can’t sit this one out — chip in now! John,  Black voters have always shown up for our democracy. In 2024, we turned out in record numbers, electing 67 Black legislators to Congress and making historic gains as mayors, attorneys general, and state supreme court justices across the country.  In 2…

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February 21, 2025 at 10:01 PM

Today, we honor Congressman John Lewis.

A champion for justice and the fight for civil and voting rights. “In our country, the right to vote is precious — almost sacred…Today, the world is horrified in watching Americans — especially people of color — once again stand in immovable lines and experience undeniable, targeted, systematic ba…

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February 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM

The rundown from our “What is Going On” community call

Here’s what’s next:John,  Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first When We All Vote Community Call of the year! We brought together some exciting voices — including Marsai Martin, Loni Love, Kamie Crawford, Lynae Vanee, and Janai Nelson — to help break down what’s at stake for our democracy…

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February 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM

It’s GO TIME — join us TODAY for "What is going on" community call

RSVP link inside‼️John,  The wait is over — tonight is the night! Our What is Going On? Community Call is happening TODAY at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT — and you do NOT want to miss it.  Join When We All Vote, along with Marsai Martin, Loni Love, Kamie Crawford, Lynae Vanee, Janai Nelson and top experts and mo…

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February 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM

[HAPPENING TOMORROW] “What is Going On” community call

We’re just ONE day away. RSVP today‼️Hey John,  We’re just ONE DAY away from What is Going On? — our first Community Call of the year featuring When We All Vote Ambassadors Marsai Martin, Loni Love, Kamie Crawford, and Lynae Vanee. You don’t want to miss it! GRAB YOUR SPOT NOW! There’s a lot of nois…

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February 17, 2025 at 8:01 PM

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Virginia passed bills to protect voting rights, while Arizona advanced measures restricting voter access. Across multiple states, student voting rights are under attack. Hi John, Welcome back to "The Good, The Bad, The Ugly," your go-to source for the latest voting news. While the Virginia House pa…

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February 13, 2025 at 8:16 PM

Our biggest wins of 2024 — and how we can keep building 💪

Five must-read stories that defined When We All Vote’s 2024 impact. John, In 2024, we didn’t just talk about change — we made it happen! From historic voter turnout to groundbreaking initiatives, we’re reflecting on our biggest wins with five must-read articles from our When We All Vote team. READ …

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February 12, 2025 at 11:01 PM

What's Happening with When We All Vote 🗳️

And just like that, we’re back 🌟 Hey John!  Welcome back to What’s Happening with When We All Vote! I’ve missed catching up with you all. As we step into this new year, we’re embracing rest, renewal, and the power of community. This moment isn’t just about looking ahead — it’s about grounding oursel…

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February 11, 2025 at 11:01 PM

This Black History Month, we’re looking toward the future.

And we have three ways you can do just that! Hey John,  Black History Month is a time to honor the past, celebrate the present, and look toward the future. This year, over 5,000 cities across the United States will hold mayoral elections. Mayors decide how cities spend taxpayer dollars, propose and …

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February 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM

John, what's really going on right now?

Join our Community Call on Wednesday, February 19th, at 8 PM ET to find out!Hey John,  Lately, it feels like we’re all asking the same thing — "What is going on?!" And even more importantly, what can we do about it?  That’s exactly why we’re kicking off the year with our first When We All Vote Commu…

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January 31, 2025 at 9:00 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! Breathe in — 1…2…3…4…5. Now exhale.  Right now, many of us are feeling that familiar, sinking weight — the overwhelm, the uncertainty, the deep knowing that what comes next won’t be easy. But if there’s on…

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January 31, 2025 at 9:00 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! Breathe in — 1…2…3…4…5. Now exhale.  Right now, many of us are feeling that familiar, sinking weight — the overwhelm, the uncertainty, the deep knowing that what comes next won’t be easy. But if there’s on…

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January 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM

VOTING RIGHTS UPDATES: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

President Trump targets access to voter registration, Virginia advances restoration rights, and Wisconsin eyes photo ID amendment. Hi John,  Welcome back to "The Good, The Bad, The Ugly," your go-to source for the latest voting news. President Donald Trump has rescinded President Biden’s Executive …

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January 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM

Here’s the current state of abortion rights:

Thirteen states made it happen — will yours be next? John,   On January 22, 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court made history with Roe v. Wade, establishing a woman’s constitutional right to make decisions about her own body, including the right to an abortion. Nearly 50 years later, in 2022, the Court ove…

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January 20, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Democracy doesn’t take a year off — and neither can we.

Today, we honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s life and legacy. John,  Today, as we honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s life and legacy, we are reminded of his timeless words:  “If you can't fly, then run. If you can't run, then walk. If you can't walk, then crawl, but whatever you do,…

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January 8, 2025 at 11:01 PM

At least 46 states have elections in 2025‼️

Check to see if yours is one of them. Hey John, If you thought we left voting behind in 2024, here’s your reminder that EVERY year is an election year — and according to Ballot Ready, 2025 has more open seats on the ballot than 2024!  That’s right — this year, voters across the country will decide …

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January 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM

New year, same us 🎉

Every year is an election year. Hey John,  As the clock strikes midnight, one thing stays true: Every year is an election year. Local elections are happening across the country this year, and each one matters in shaping our democracy. These elections determine the leaders and policies that directly …

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December 22, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Take a pause. Saving the world can wait.

Happy Holidays from When We All Vote. John, This season, we’re celebrating the joy of coming together — whether it’s lighting candles, exchanging gifts, sharing a meal, or reflecting on the year behind us. From Hanukkah to Kwanzaa, Christmas to the Winter Solstice, and every special tradition in bet…

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December 20, 2024 at 9:00 PM

Our work didn’t end at the ballot box — it started there 🌟

A year of impact: When We All Vote’s year in review.Hey John,  What a year it’s been! But one thing is clear: Our work doesn’t end at the ballot box — it starts there. Here are just a few of the highlights from 2024:Reached more than 14 million voters across the country300,000 Americans registered t…

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December 18, 2024 at 10:00 PM

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

A look back: 2024's good news for voting rights   Hi John,  Welcome back to "The Good, The Bad, The Ugly," your go-to source for the latest voting news. Today, we’re keeping it all positive as we dive into the wins that defined the 2024 election season — from new laws to court victories — this year,…

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December 5, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Election Day was just the beginning — here’s what’s next:

Key dates on the road to Inauguration Day. Hi John,  The 2024 election may be behind us, but you might be wondering: what happens next? Between now and Inauguration Day on January 20, 2025, plenty is happening behind the scenes. Here’s a timeline of what to expect:  📅 Wednesday, December 11: All Sta…

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December 3, 2024 at 5:44 PM

Democracy doesn’t end at the ballot box — it begins with us 🗳️

This Giving Tuesday, democracy starts with you.John,  The power of the people is greater than the people in power. Together, we’re proving it every day. When We All Vote continues the fight to increase participation in each and every election, close the race and age voting gaps, change the culture a…

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November 29, 2024 at 4:01 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!  After months of pouring our energy into this election season, many of us — especially Black women — are feeling the weight of it all. We showed up, as we always do, carrying the hope for progress on our s…

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November 28, 2024 at 12:01 AM

We’re grateful for you 🦃

Our work doesn’t stop here — help us keep going. John, As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reflecting on this year’s election and all we have to be thankful for. Together, we’ve accomplished so much: 🗳️ 150 million Americans made their voices heard in this year’s election. 🗳️ More than 82 million peo…

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November 27, 2024 at 7:01 PM

What are we talking about this Thanksgiving? 🦃

Happy Thanksgiving from our table to yours. John,  Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey or the sides — it’s about the stories, the laughter, and those little moments that remind us what truly matters. Around every table, a mix of old traditions, new debates, and heartfelt connections make this …

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November 26, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Voting Rights: 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 voting news. In today’s edition, we cover how the Virginia House Committee is moving to automatically restore voting rights to those with a previous felony conviction,…

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