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The Wyoming GOP raises concerns about voting equipment accuracy, but Verified Voting's Pam Smith assures, "There's no reason to think that the equipment has been misprogrammed." Read more about the situation here: https://www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/open-spaces/2024-08-16/the-wyoming-gop-alleges-the-states-voting-equipment-is-not-accurate-how-so-and-is-it-fixable

The Wyoming GOP alleges the state’s voting equipment is not accurate. How so and is it fixable? It’s standard practice for voting equipment to be tested before an election. But this time at least three counties' results were not in accordance with a line in the Wyoming Election Code, according to the Wyoming GOP. They provided evidence for Goshen, Laramie and Albany Counties, but claim other...

🌟 Just like you wouldn’t leave home without your keys, don’t forget to double-check your voter registration! A quick check today means an informed voter come Election Day. 🗳️ Election Protection
https://www.rockthevote.org/how-to-vote/am-i-registered-to-vote/

Before Lamontae Shively joined us as our new research and outreach associate, he was a deputy clerk in the Fayette County, KY, elections office. As self-described democracy nerds, we HAD to ask him what inspired him about being a part of the election action!

A now-resolved problem in Georgia caused some voter registration files to be deleted. Even if you've been registered to vote for years, checking your registration before an election is a must! https://www.rockthevote.org/how-to-vote/am-i-registered-to-vote/

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Check your Voter Registration Status Am I registered to vote at my current address? Fill out this quick and easy form and we'll look up your voter registration status.

It's the Voting Rights Act's 59th anniversary! Our freedom to vote is foundational to our democracy. Equal access to the ballot is how we protect all of our rights. We continue urging Congress to pass the John Lewis VRAA, Freedom to Vote Act, & Native American VRA

"[Voting] needs to meet both the threshold of accessibility and security. We can’t sacrifice one for the other."

🎙️ C.Jay Coles, Legislative Affairs Deputy Director, tells MIRS Monday Podcast why mobile voting isn't a solution and shares what is:

MIRS Monday, August 5, 2024 | MIRS Monday Podcast MIRS kicks things off with political strategists and communications professionals John Sellek, of Harbor Strategic, Brandon Dillon of the WinMATT Group, and Karen Dumas of Images and Ideas. The roundtable discusses the changed presidential race in Michigan with Vice President Kamala Harris as the De...

Do you want to be an election superhero? 🗳️🦸 It’s National Poll Worker Recruitment Day! Working the polls is one of the most effective ways to support democracy & your community. Click Below to become a poll worker!
https://powerthepolls.org/VerifiedVoting

🏜️ Today's the AZ state primary! Did you know AZ requires post-election audits? SB1342's passage this spring establishes steps to allow every county to conduct its statutorily required audit. 🗳️ After casting your ballot, check out our blog to learn more:

ARIZONA: Exploring Post-Election Audits Under the Desert Sun Apr102024Blog Post-Election Audits Heat Up in Arizona Last week, Arizona took a step towards strengthening its post-election audit process by enacting Senate Bill 1342 which provides a series of steps to allow every county to conduct their statutorily required post-election audit. Verified Voting ad...

🚨 Today marks 100 DAYS until the November election! Take 2 minutes and check that your voter registration status is active and up to date! 🗳️✅ Reminder: the only way to make sure your vote doesn’t count is if you don’t vote.

Check your Voter Registration Status Am I registered to vote at my current address? Fill out this quick and easy form and we'll look up your voter registration status.

🚨They’re ready! Election officials nationwide are prepared for any changes in the presidential race!
🔹GA's Secretary of State: "Business as usual"
🔹AZ's Secretary of State: "We’ll be OK”
Election Officials are planning for November! 🇺🇸 Learn more about GA and AZ in the comments ⬇️

Missouri county clerks are busy prepping for the Nov elections. To hear their stories and learn how they’re keeping democracy running smoothly, tune in to the latest from PBS's Thirteen WNET New York series "A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy'' 🇺🇸🗳️

Value Norms: Amid record turnover, election officials are prepping for November | Video | Preserving Democracy | PBS Elections are integral in a democracy and the expectation of free and fair elections is a norm. But more than ever, election officials are finding themselves on the front lines where ballots are disputed and the electoral process is questioned. In Missouri, where turnover has been some of the highes...

Today marks four years since civil rights champion John Lewis’s passing. We continue urging Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act & restore crucial protections for voters of color.

Verified Voting Urges Congress to Pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Feb292024BlogPress ReleaseThe following is a statement from Verified Voting in support of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act reintroduced today. For additional media inquiries, please contact [email protected] PHILADELPHIA (February 29, 2024) — Verified Voting urges ...

It's the 's 60th anniversary! This historic legislation fought against discrimination and for equal rights. Verified Voting is united in our commitment to upholding accessibility and inclusivity in every aspect of the electoral process.

The legacy of the Civil Rights Act: 60 years later To mark the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, we asked 17 prominent Atlantans to tell us how it has impacted their lives.

🏆 This week, WI voters with disabilities had an accessible vote win! Remote accessible voting by mail, when implemented properly, will preserve the secrecy of the ballot -- which is every voter's right.

Judge allows disabled voters in Wisconsin to electronically vote from home A Wisconsin judge is allowing disabled voters in the crucial swing state to vote electronically from home this fall.

📢 Without clear laws on AI & elections, we have every reason to fear that deepfakes could sway results.

We signed the following letter calling on Senate leaders to pass 3 bills protecting federal elections from the growing threat of AI-generated deceptive content:
​https://verifiedvoting.org/coalition-letter-urging-support-of-bills-s-2770-s-3875-and-s-3897-regarding-protection-against-ai-generated-content-in-elections/

One of our favorite things about Mark Lindeman is his ability to make the post-vote process digestible & easy to understand. On 6/27, he’ll join All Voting Is Local &
Protect Democracy for Netroots Nation “It’s Not Over ‘Til It’s Over.” Register! https://registration.socio.events/e/netroots24

The Leadership Conference's Statement on the Anniversary of Shelby County v. Holder Share

The Shelby County v. Holder decision 11 years ago has had a devastating impact on our democracy – but our communities have been resilient and continue to fight tirelessly for our freedom to vote.

Voters in Colorado 🌄, New York 🗽, and Utah 🏜️ — TODAY, June 25th, is your State Primary Day a.k.a. Election Day! Check the Verifier to see your county's voting equipment so you're informed and ready when you head to the polls!

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The post-vote process can be confusing, and it can be hard to find ways to get involved. Join the upcoming Netroots Nation panel “It’s Not Over ‘Til It’s Over” with Verified Voting, All Voting Is Local and Protect Democracy on 6/27 to find out more — you just need a virtual conference ticket to attend!

https://registration.socio.events/e/netroots24

Juneteenth is more than a celebration of freedom—it's a call to action. Democracy must include everyone, regardless of race or background. The fight for voting rights is essential to building a just society.

As we commemorate Juneteenth, we call on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, the Freedom to Vote Act, and the Native American Voting Rights Act. Let’s ensure the promise of Juneteenth is real for everyone.

South Carolina, did you know that after your ballots are cast, South Carolina Votes requires counties to audit election results through 2 types of post-election audits: hand-count audits and results-verification audits. Be the informed voter that you are & learn more:

Election Audits in South Carolina - SC Votes - South Carolina Election Commission Election Result Audits Hand-Count Audits A hand-count audit is intended to ensure the number of ballots cast was accurately recorded by the tabulation

👋 voters, did you know that your election officials conduct a risk-limiting audit (RLA) of election results to provide evidence that the election results are accurate? Check out our explainer video to learn about RLAs.

Understanding Risk-Limiting Audits What exactly are risk-limiting audits (RLAs)? Our video explains how they work and how they can make voters ultra-confident in election outcomes. Verified Vo...

It's your state primaries, Maine 🦞, North Dakota 🦬, Nevada 🏜️, & South Carolina 🏖! Call 866-OUR-VOTE or Text My-Vote to get your voting questions answered or to report problems at the polls!

🌈Vote with Pride🗳️Transgender and non-binary voters can face intimidating ID and registration obstacles. VoteRiders and HeadCount can help you update IDs, register, and navigate state ID rules before the election (primary or general): https://www.headcount.org/transpeoplevote/

It's in New Jersey, South Dakota, New Mexico, Montana, and Washington, D.C.! 🗳️ Double-check the information on your ballot, and if you spot any issues or have questions, reach out to your local election office or Election Protection!

🚨 New Research Alert! 🚨 This week, Verified Voting presented our latest findings on voter confidence and election audits. A few takeaways:
🔹 Voters trust their local elections but seek more info
🔹 Election audits boost confidence
🔹 Risk-Limiting Audits (RLAs) get strong support across parties once explained
🔹 Election officials need more support against misinformation

Check out Electionline's coverage of the presentation, including key findings:

electionline Weekly - electionline In Focus This Week What is Top of Mind for Election Officials? Insights from Election Center’s Spring Workshops By Tammy Patrick and Becky Stewart   Figure 1 Election Center Election Center, the National Association of Election Officials (NAEO), has hosted three convenings thus far in 2024. Most ...

Today is Election Day in Oregon, Kentucky, Georgia, & Idaho! Make your plan to vote and be sure to check your ballot! If you see a problem or have a question, contact your local election office or Election Protection immediately!