Voting Access For All

This article was published by Promote the Vote Michigan as part of their weekly Digital Digest: The Michigan Presidential Primary on February 27, 2024 is just 18 days away! This means you have one more week to register to vote online or by mail to vote in that election. Starting February 13 through 8 p.m.…

All Registered Michigan voters can go to the polls on Election Day, February 27, 2024 to choose a nominee for either the Democratic or Republican primary. In addition, there are several ways to vote before election day. But first, you need to register. The deadline to register by mail or online is February 12, 2024.…

This week marks the beginning of Black History Month, a time to reflect on the past and inspire change for the future. At Voting Access for All Coalition (VAAC), we’re dedicated to championing the voting rights that so many Black leaders have fought for throughout history. Their courage and resilience have paved the way for…

The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial and ethnic disparities, as well as the ongoing work to achieve justice. RSVP HERE The Sentencing Project’s One in Five series…

A suggestion from Rogan’s List, a newsletter for activists. CREATING THE GIFT OF VOTER REGISTRATION According to Statista, in the US in 2022, ~50% of 18–24-year-olds and ~63% of 25-34 year-olds were registered to vote, compared with ~78% of 65-74 year-olds. Let’s invite the young people in our lives to lift up their voices! For…

This article is from our friends at Promote the Vote: Last week, the Governor signed a package of election-related bills into law, further solidifying Michigan’s role as a national leader when it comes to pro-voter reforms. These bills will provide for the pre-registration of 16- and 17-year-olds, prohibit the intimidation and harassment of election workers,…