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Have you ever wondered what a "platform" is in politics?
Platforms are a set of promises and ideas that a political party or candidate shares with voters. It outlines their beliefs, goals, and plans for making change in a district, county, state, or country. Platforms are a guide that help voters understand what a political group stands for and what changes they want to bring about if they are elected.

We're back with another ! Today we are talking about Special elections. In Pennsylvania, special elections provide voters with the opportunity to shape their representation outside the regular election cycle. These elections typically occur to fill vacant seats in the state legislature or Congress due to unforeseen circumstances like resignations or deaths. The outcomes of these elections often carry broader implications, offering insights into shifting political dynamics and priorities within the state.

Time for another ! Today's voter vocab is "general elections"! 🇺🇸
In a general election, voters decide on candidates for offices such as the President and Vice President of the United States, members of the U.S. House of Representatives, and other federal offices. Additionally, Pennsylvania voters choose candidates for statewide positions, such as the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and other state offices. Local elections for county and municipal offices may also coincide with the general election.

Have you ever wondered about the differences between state and federal legislation? Swipe for an educational journey through the legal landscape and learn about the distinctions that shape our laws at different levels! 🏛️🇺🇸

Primary elections are the truest testament to democracy.Pennsylvania is a closed primary state. Voters get to choose who they want to lead their affiliated party into the general election. Here's how it works ✅

We want to give thanks to all of the people who continue to uplift and support our organization. Without you, we are nothing. Without your active voting participation in democracy, change doesn't come. Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving from the VEEEM team!

What is a governor and what are their responsibilities?

A governor is an elected executive head of a state.

Some of their responsibilities include:
✔️ Approving and vetoing bills created by the PA Legislature.
✔️ Working with the PA General Assembly for budgeting at the state level.
✔️ Enforcing state laws.
✔️ State budget approval and management.
✔️ Public Advocacy and Communication.

🚨Allegheny County, the election results are in! 🚨

County Executive: (DEM) Sara Innamorato
DA: (REP) Steve Zappala
County Council At-Large: (DEM) Bethany Hallam
City Council District 2: (REP) Suzanne Filiaggi
City Council District 5: (DEM) Dan Grzybek
City Council District 6: (DEM) John F. Palmiere
City Council District 7: (DEM) Nick Futules
City Council District 10: (DEM) DeWitt Walton
City Council District 11: (DEM) Paul Klein
City Council District 13: (DEM) David Bonaroti

Review all of the Allegheny County election results here: https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/PA/Allegheny/118632/web.317647/ #/summary

Election Night Reporting

What is a mayor and what are their responsibilities?

Mayors are the highest-ranking elected official in a municipal government of a city or a town.

Some of their responsibilities include:
✔️ Working with the City Council for budgeting at the local level
✔️ Vetoing bills created by the City Council
✔️ Enforcing city laws & ordinances
✔️ Community Engagement
✔️ Public Representation

🎉 Congratulations to the Allegheny County Candidate Elects! 🗳️🇺🇸
We look forward to your positive changes to our beloved community. Let's work together to make Allegheny County an even better place for all its residents!

🗳️ Get informed, Allegheny County! 🇺🇸 Check out this handy infographic breaking down the candidates vying for your votes in tomorrow's election. Your voice matters, so make sure to research the candidates, engage in discussions, and cast your ballot!

Learn more about the candidates here: https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/ArticleArchives?category=14973309

If you still don't know who you're voting for in the upcoming election on 11/7, watch this video from our friends at LWVPGH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8If3knHAIQ

Non-partisan voter education resources:
www.LWVPGH.org
www.Vote411.org

Ask the League: I don't who to vote for and I'm not voting if I don't know the candidates To learn more about who is running for public office or judge, go to:VOTE411.ORGvote411.org was launched by the LWV education fund in October 2006 as a one s...

Join us TONIGHT at 6pm for the "Eat, Meet & Greet With the Candidates" event at ST. JAMES AME 444 LINCOLN AVE. PGH, PA 15206.

Moderated by WTAE Anchor and Reporter Chandi Chapman.

CANDIDATES INVITED:
- COUNTY EXECUTIVE
- DISTRICT ATTORNEY
- COUNTY COUNCIL AT LARGE
- COUNTY CONTROLLER
- COUNTY TREASURER
- COUNTY COUNCIL DIST. 10
- CITY CONTROLLER
- CITY COUNCIL DIST. 1
- CITY COUNCIL DIST. 7
- CITY COUNCIL DIST.9

For more information visit www.b-pep.net.

Allegheny County Voters: Ballot return is available until Election Day in the lobby of the County Office Building at 542 Forbes Avenue in downtown Pittsburgh.

Over-the-counter voting is now available in the lobby during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM through Tuesday, October 31 and extended ballot return hours will begin on Friday, November 3rd. The space, accessible from Forbes Avenue, will be staffed by Elections Division staff and will have an area for voters to complete their ballot in private.

Important Ballot Return Information:
✔️ State law requires that voters return their own ballot; they may not return the ballots of others.

✔️ Ballots must be placed in the secrecy envelope; "naked" ballots will not be counted.

✔️ Voters should not mark the secrecy envelope in any way.

✔️ Voters must sign and date the declaration envelope; if either the signature or date, or both, are missing, the ballot cannot be counted.

For more information visit www.alleghenycounty.us/elections.

Allegheny County Residents: TODAY is the last day to apply for a mail-in ballot.

If you plan to vote by mail in the upcoming election on 11/7, you can apply at www.vote.pa.gov.

Have you ever wondered why voting by mail is important?

Voting by Mail is a more inclusive and efficient avenue for elections.

- It makes voting convenient and more accessible.

- It helps increase voter turnout as ballots are provided weeks ahead of Election Day.

- It is cost effective and generates thousands of savings every election cycle.

The application deadline for mail-in ballots is TOMORROW 10/31.

Apply for a mail-in ballot here: www.vote.pa.gov.

Allegheny County Residents: Do you have a voting plan ready for the upcoming election on Tuesday, 11/7? If you plan on voting by mail in the upcoming election, the application deadline is this Tuesday, 10/31.

Apply for a mail-in ballot here: www.vote.pa.gov.

Do you wonder if your vote really counts? Watch this video from our friends at LWVPGH that discusses the importance of making voting a priority. https://youtu.be/p0iw-M0LUMU

Voter education resources:
www.LWVPGH.org
www.Vote411.org

Ask the League - Does my vote REALLY count? To learn more about who is running for public office or judge, go to:VOTE411.ORGvote411.org was launched by the LWV education fund in October 2006 as a one s...

Join us NEXT Thursday 11/2 at 6pm for the "Meet & Greet the Candidates" event at ST. JAMES AME 444 LINCOLN AVE. PGH, PA 15206.

Moderated by WTAE Anchor and Reporter Chandi Chapman.

CANDIDATES INVITED:
- COUNTY EXECUTIVE
- DISTRICT ATTORNEY
- COUNTY COUNCIL AT LARGE
- COUNTY CONTROLLER
- COUNTY TREASURER
- COUNTY COUNCIL DIST. 10
- CITY CONTROLLER
- CITY COUNCIL DIST. 1
- CITY COUNCIL DIST. 7
- CITY COUNCIL DIST.9

Allegheny County Voters: Do you know your polling location for the upcoming election on Tuesday, 11/7? 🇺🇸

FInd your polling location at: PAVOTERSERVICES.PA.GOV/Pages/PollingPlaceInfo.asp.

For more information about voter registration and Allegheny County Candidates visit www.Vote411.org.

Allegheny County Residents: Here's your guide to the roles and duties of elected officials in the upcoming Municipal Elections!

Want to learn more about each candidate? Visit: www.Vote411.org.

Do you know your voting rights? 🇺🇸
Every eligible Allegheny County Resident has the right to vote!

You are eligible to vote in the election on November 7th, 2023 if you are:
✔️ A U.S. Citizen
✔️ 18 years old on Election Day
✔️ A resident of Pennsylvania

To receive the most up-to-date information about the election, get help with any voting-related issue, or to report a problem on Election Day, call one of these nonpartisan voter hotlines.

Join us this Thursday, 10/19 at the AACC Candidate Forum. This interactive session with Allegheny County's Chief Executive candidates and Allegheny County Council District 10 candidates will address issues that impact Iocal businesses.

Come prepared with your questions concerning small business advancement and economic development in our region!

Event Details:
Thursday,10/19 at the Rivers Club
301 Grant St Suite 411, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
5:00PM - 7:00PM

Here! Let's gooo

Did you know that you can register to vote online?

Pennsylvania offers online voter registration through the Pennsylvania Department of State's website. This allows eligible Pennsylvania residents to register to vote, update their information, or change party affiliation online.

Learn more about voting in PA at www.vote411.org/pennsylvania.

Join us in person on Tuesday October 17th and Thursday November 2nd as we Meet and Greet the Candidates who will be on your ballot for the General Election!

Allegheny County Residents, do you have a plan to vote in the upcoming election?

Key dates for PA voters:

🇺🇸 Register to vote by 10/23.
🇺🇸 Last day to request a mail-in ballot is 10/31.
🇺🇸 November 7th is Election Day!

Learn more about the PA voting process at www.votesPA.com.

Do you know your voting rights in PA as someone with a justice record?

The right to vote for all citizens is a key right in our democracy. It's important that every eligible citizen of Allegheny County votes in all elections so that their voices can be heard.

"Pennsylvania allows most citizens to vote while incarcerated, and restores this important right, even if convicted of a felony, once confinement is over. Some people convicted of misdemeanors or felonies think they are not permitted to vote. Many citizens just don't know the facts." - LWVPGH

Learn more at: www.lwvpgh.org/incarcerated

Allegheny County Residents: If you plan on voting by mail in the upcoming election, the application deadline is October 31st.

Apply for a mail-in ballot: www.vote.pa.gov.

Allegheny County residents: Do you want to make a difference in your community? Join the and sign up to volunteer for community events and administrative activities!

Learn more at www.veeempittsburgh.org.

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2023 VEEEM Gala this past Saturday! Because of our organizers, vendors, and attendees, we had the most magical night celebrating the work VEEEM has done over the last six years.

Highlights from the night:
⭐ Beautiful views and atmosphere at the venue, Events On Ten
⭐ Phenomenal decor done by the The M Robinson Group .
⭐ Exquisite food and drinks provided by Roxanne's Catering
⭐ DJ K-Beck Kerry Beckley kept the music going and had everyone on the dance floor.
⭐ Flash Pittsburgh Mobile Photo Booth provided pictures to remember the night.

Congratulations to our 2023 Awardees:
2023 Civic Engagement Champion
🏆 Khalif Ali

2023 Outstanding Empowerment Organization
🏆 One Pennsylvania

Did you know that Pennsylvania allows most adult residents, even those with a criminal history, to vote?

Requirements to vote in the state of Pennsylvania:
✔️ Be a citizen of the US for at least 30 days before election day
✔️ Be 18 years old on or before the next election day
✔️ Be a PA resident for at least 30 days

Learn more about voter eligibility from our friends at LWVPGH: www.lwvpgh.org/incarcerated

Voting rights for PA residents who are incarcerated or have a criminal justice history. - League of Women Voters of Greater Pittsburgh

Are you registered to vote? The Deadline to register is October 23, 2023.

Voting is one of the most powerful ways that Pennsylvania residents can have their voices heard and enact change in their communities.

Check your voter registration status here: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/pages/voterregistrationstatus.aspx

The VEEEM Team is hosting our annual Gala TONIGHT, Saturday, September 30th at 5pm at the Jonnet Building in Monroeville, PA.

Join us in celebrating VEEEM's work over the last six years and in honoring the organizations and individuals who've helped our community by engaging and empowering potential voters in the Greater Pittsburgh area. We will also be announcing our VEEEM 2023 awardees!

Experience an incredible view, vibrant atmosphere and some of the most delicious catering, the VEEEM 2023 Gala promises to be an extraordinary evening!

Get ready to be a part of something truly special. Don't miss out on the opportunity to celebrate with us!

Limited tickets still available: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-veeem-gala-tickets-708868102577

TOMORROW is the annual VEEEM Gala where we will honor extraordinary organizations and individuals who've helped empower and engage voters in the Greater Pittsburgh area! Join us for amazing food, conversation, and views at the Jonnet Building in Monroeville, PA, at 5 p.m.

Tickets are limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-veeem-gala-tickets-708868102577

2023 VEEEM Gala! You are invited to join us as we celebrate VEEEM's 6th Year and honor our 2023 awardees!

Are you registered to vote? 🇺🇸

It is important for every eligible Pennsylvania resident to vote in all elections, not just the "big" elections like the General Presidential Election.

Learn more about Pennsylvania voter registration at https://www.vote.pa.gov/voting-in-pa/Pages/default.aspx

Join the VEEEM Team at our Annual Gala this Saturday, September 30th, at 5pm at the Jonnet Building in Monroeville!

Celebrate the work VEEEM has accomplished over the last six years and the accomplishments of local organizations and individuals who have partnered with us to make a difference in our community.

With an incredible view, vibrant atmosphere and some of the most delicious catering Pennsylvania has to offer, this gala promises to be an extraordinary event.

Mark your calendars and be a part of something truly extraordinary. Tickets are limited. Don't miss out on the opportunity to celebrate with us! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-veeem-gala-tickets-708868102577