Voting is more than just a civic duty; it is a way to ensure that our voices are heard, that our values are represented, and that our nation continues to grow and thrive in the spirit of unity and strength. The decisions we make at the ballot box shape the future of our communities, our country, and the world. They impact everything from national security and foreign policy to education, healthcare, and civil rights.
Decisions that impact everyday life and family are determined by the people voted into office at the local, state, and federal levels of government.
Voting and encouraging others to vote means standing up for the issues you care about by electing the people who have your best interests at heart. Voting does not just help our communities in theory; it has tangible effects on whether or not our elected officials care about our needs. Voting gives a stake in your community. Please vote and make your voice heard.
Tools for Voters
In our first U.S. presidential election year since the insurrection on January 6, 2021, it is prudent to ask questions about the safety of our democracy and the steps citizens can take to protect it. In this space we are curating resources for education and action in 2024. The following resources do not endorse or oppose any political party, candidate, or PAC
• The Voter Toolkit from Faiths United to Save Democracy will equip you to educate and empower voters in your community. A product of the Skinner Leadership Institute, Sojourners and the Center for Faith and Justice at Georgetown University.
• Project 2025 in contrast with Catholic Social Teaching from NETWORK explores the important elements between the contrasting visions of Project 2025 and Catholic Social Teaching.
• Voter ID Info Cards. VoteRiders provides pocket-sized guides to what types of IDs are accepted to vote in each state.
• Election Protection-866-OUR-VOTE. Find out all you need to know about elections in 2024. Have questions about voter registration deadlines, requesting absentee or mail-in ballots, or how to vote in-person during early voting or on Election Day? Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to speak with a trained Election Protection volunteer.
• Conversation Guidelines on Election Issues from Education for Justice is a resource to assist people attempting to discuss complex social issues to have an informed conversations based on respect.
More Resources
The Voter Toolkit from Faiths United to Save Democracy will equip you to educate and empower voters in your community. A product of the Skinner Leadership Institute, Sojourners and the Center for Faith and Justice at Georgetown University.
Project 2025 in contrast with Catholic Social Teaching from NETWORK explores the important elements between the contrasting visions of Project 2025 and Catholic Social Teaching.
Voter ID Info Cards. VoteRiders provides pocket-sized guides to what types of IDs are accepted to vote in each state.
Election Protection-866-OUR-VOTE. Find out all you need to know about elections in 2024. Have questions about voter registration deadlines, requesting absentee or mail-in ballots, or how to vote in-person during early voting or on Election Day? Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to speak with a trained Election Protection volunteer.
Conversation Guidelines on Election Issues from Education for Justice is a resource to assist people attempting to discuss complex social issues to have an informed conversations based on respect.
• Voting and Democracy, from NETWORK, includes a series of blog posts about elections and politics.
• Vote411, from League of Women Voters, provides information and resources for participating in local and national elections.
• Ensure Every American Can Vote, from the Brennan Center for Justice, explores voting rights issues.