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Perspective | Bless the Trump jury, not for the verdict but for their service

Jurors found Donald Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree.

How to Get Through Election Day

Election seasons have transformed from celebratory to high-stake crises, raising concerns about the impact on democracy.

The Spectacle

The author critiques the sensationalism in American political discourse, viewing it as more entertainment than a serious engagement with governance.

Saoirse Hanley: Gen Z needs to use their vote that generations fought so hard for, particularly given their recent impact

Jury service is an important civic duty that should be embraced, not evaded.

Perspective | Bless the Trump jury, not for the verdict but for their service

Jurors found Donald Trump guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree.

How to Get Through Election Day

Election seasons have transformed from celebratory to high-stake crises, raising concerns about the impact on democracy.

The Spectacle

The author critiques the sensationalism in American political discourse, viewing it as more entertainment than a serious engagement with governance.

Saoirse Hanley: Gen Z needs to use their vote that generations fought so hard for, particularly given their recent impact

Jury service is an important civic duty that should be embraced, not evaded.
moredemocracy

If You Voted, Now Your Address and Party Registration Are Publicly Available Online

VoteRef exposes personal voter information online, raising significant privacy concerns, especially for vulnerable populations.
#election-day

I was a poll worker yesterday. It reaffirmed my faith in America

Channeling anxiety constructively can lead to positive civic engagement during stressful times.

Link Transit's Free Rides On Election Day Program Nears - Busline News

Link Transit provides free rides on Election Day to enhance voter participation and accessibility.

Fewer Biglaw Firms Are Offering Paid Time Off To Encourage Voting, Volunteering During Election 2024

Biglaw firms are significantly less supportive of voting access in 2024 compared to 2020, with only one firm confirming a paid day off.

I was a poll worker yesterday. It reaffirmed my faith in America

Channeling anxiety constructively can lead to positive civic engagement during stressful times.

Link Transit's Free Rides On Election Day Program Nears - Busline News

Link Transit provides free rides on Election Day to enhance voter participation and accessibility.

Fewer Biglaw Firms Are Offering Paid Time Off To Encourage Voting, Volunteering During Election 2024

Biglaw firms are significantly less supportive of voting access in 2024 compared to 2020, with only one firm confirming a paid day off.
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If We Ever Needed a Voice and a Vote, We Sure Do Need Them Now

Real worship requires a prophetic voice to confront national injustices, not just rituals.
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IT'S ON YOU

Voting is crucial to prevent undesirable candidates from being elected.
Participation in elections directly influences the political landscape.

Poll workers can be hard to find. In Nebraska, election officials can draft them

Nebraska counties can draft registered voters as poll workers, ensuring staffing for elections despite the skepticism from the public.

Nebraska uses a unique method to find election workers: It drafts them

Nebraska uniquely requires residents to serve as election workers, emphasizing civic responsibility and community involvement on Election Day.

IT'S ON YOU

Voting is crucial to prevent undesirable candidates from being elected.
Participation in elections directly influences the political landscape.

Poll workers can be hard to find. In Nebraska, election officials can draft them

Nebraska counties can draft registered voters as poll workers, ensuring staffing for elections despite the skepticism from the public.

Nebraska uses a unique method to find election workers: It drafts them

Nebraska uniquely requires residents to serve as election workers, emphasizing civic responsibility and community involvement on Election Day.
moreelections
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An organization has novel way to get members to vote. But is it legal?

NACA requires voting for membership to enhance civic engagement, stating it's crucial for members to have their voices heard.

Cornell Votes fields a surge of student interest in voting | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell Votes aims for 90% student participation in the upcoming elections, reflecting growing interest and engagement among students.

An organization has novel way to get members to vote. But is it legal?

NACA requires voting for membership to enhance civic engagement, stating it's crucial for members to have their voices heard.

Cornell Votes fields a surge of student interest in voting | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell Votes aims for 90% student participation in the upcoming elections, reflecting growing interest and engagement among students.
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Conservative Christians were skeptical of mail-in ballots, now they're gathering them in churches

Evangelical Christians are increasingly embracing ballot gathering to enhance voter turnout and support candidates aligned with their beliefs.

Stranded Astronauts Say They'll Vote From Space

Astronauts on the ISS plan to vote in the presidential elections, emphasizing the importance of civic duty and engagement even from space.

AOC helps stranded motorist, but X users not impressed as photo goes viral

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez quickly aided a stranded driver at the Capitol, demonstrating civic engagement and garnering mixed reactions on social media.

After Gaza, election madness' is not the same on US campuses

America's electoral common sense faces a crisis amid repression against anti-genocide protests, affecting student perceptions of political participation.

The Trump campaign's conduct at Arlington is shocking but not surprising | Kevin Carroll

The actions seen at Arlington National Cemetery underscore a disturbing lack of respect for the sacrifices made by fallen soldiers.

Biden Needs to Do More Than Say Goodbye in His Address This Week

Biden faces challenges in his presidency due to gaffes and health concerns, leading to withdrawal from reelection consideration.

Don't vote for the far right, French sports stars urge the electorate

Call for rejecting far-right in French election as a civic duty and act of love for country
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