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Proud to be a responsible citizen! Took the voter pledge to uphold democratic values and make my voice heard in the upcoming elections. #VotersPledge #MyVoteMatters Committed to a strong democracy! Let's all work together for a free and fair election. #ElectionAwareness #VotingRights "Empowering democracy through action. Proudly displaying my voter pledge certificate, reaffirming my commitment to civic engagement and informed decision-making. #CivicResponsibility #VoterPledge"

Why It Matters

Today is #ElectionDay! The push for social change often starts small in our communities, shaping public policy from the ground up. ⁣✊ ⁣ You can help drive the change you want in your community by making your voice heard today and every day. Share this post to show others that voting in local elections matters! ✅ Interested in learning more about FoodCorps' policy work? Sign up for Policy Action Alerts: https://bit.ly/3Yirpib

"Gen Z is well informed about social and political issues but is lost on the basics of voting." Learn how to grow voters before this year's elections here: https://buff.ly/44HEdDc and read the YES! Media story here: https://buff.ly/3yiaMeE

Local government officials hold a crucial responsibility to their communities, and it goes beyond just winning elections. They are the frontline advocates for the needs, concerns, and aspirations of their constituents. In our democracy, listening to the people and actively working to address their issues is not a choice, but a duty. Their role is to bridge the gap between citizens and policy, ensuring that local governance is both responsive and responsible. 🏛️🤝🗳️ #CommunityFirst #LocalLeadership #EngageAndServe

“Voices of Democracy” recognizes that in democracies, the people rule. For nearly 250 years, Americans have expressed their political views and wishes by speaking their minds and voting in elections. In 2024, the United States will hold its 60th presidential election, and Americans will address fundamental questions about democracy and the rule of law. #CelebratingLawDay

The 2024 Virginia General Assembly Session is quickly approaching. In this primer for the upcoming Session, you will find information on policy questions, an anticipated committee calendar, a layout of the new General Assembly Building, and a list of House and Senate Chairs. Additionally, there is information on the House District 48 and Senate District 9 Special Elections occurring on January 9th. 2024. To read click link ⬇: https://lnkd.in/gtjDWA6b #virginia #generalassembly #publicpolicy #publicaffairs #governmentrelations

Voting is not just a duty, it is a privilege. And it might be one of the most important decision you make this month. I find the approach and research of @80,000 Hours a helpful way to think about it. "Could one vote — your vote — swing an entire election? Most of us abandoned this seeming fantasy not too long after we learned how elections work. But the chances are higher than you might think. If you’re in a competitive district in a competitive election, the odds that your vote will flip a national election often fall between 1 in 1 million and 1 in 10 million. That’s a very small probability, but it’s big compared to your chances of winning the lottery, and it’s big relative to the enormous impact governments can have on the world." Even if the current ones are not the national elections, the principle still holds. #UseYourVote #EUelections2024

Empower Yourself: Exercise Your Right to Vote! As responsible citizens, it's our duty to actively participate in shaping the future of our nation. With elections around the corner, let's unite to spread awareness about the importance of voting. Every vote counts and has the power to make a difference. By casting our vote, we contribute to the democratic process and ensure that our voices are heard on crucial issues that affect us all. Let's educate ourselves and others about the voting process, registration deadlines, and the significance of informed decision-making. Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to register to vote and participate in the upcoming elections. Remember, voting is not just a right; it's a privilege and a responsibility. Together, let's make our voices heard and work towards building a better, brighter future for generations to come. Get informed, get involved, and let's make a difference through the power of voting! #VotingAwareness #YourVoteMatters #EmpowermentThroughVoting #MakeADifference #gdmeimodinagar #knmodifoundation

🗳️ Voting is important, voting matters! 🔛 The European Elections are currently taking place. Partnerships2030 wants to remind everyone of the importance of participating in this democratic process. In this vein, we are excited to shed light on our publication: "The MSP Steering Committee Election Process – Typical Phases and Key Questions." 📚 https://lnkd.in/e49AcZG8 This guide covers the three key phases: Phase 1: Preparing and Planning the Election Process Phase 2: Implementing the Election Process Phase 3: Finalising and Following Up the Election Process 🆕 Additionally, we encourage you to check out our latest updates and newsletter (https://lnkd.in/eWiwy9h8) where we explore the connection between MSPs and democracy. 🤝 Let us make informed decisions and exercise our right to vote! #EuropeanElections #VotingMatters #ElectionProcess #MSP #Democracy