As more votes are tallied in the too-close-to-call races, the midterm election results are becoming clearer. And, oh, do I have great news for you about the state legislative races! Let me catch you up on the latest news and… Read More ›
2018 Midterms
Midterms 2018: The Big Stories & a Few You Missed
So what happened in the Midterms? Honestly, there are so many stories, I will have to break them up into a couple of posts. But for today, let’s get started with the biggest stories and some of the quieter stories… Read More ›
Midterms 2018: It’s Election Day!
The Midterm Elections of 2018 are here! It’s time to go vote! ✦ Find your polling location: I Will Vote ✦ Check that you have the correct ID: ID requirements state by state ✦ Do you need a ride? Ride to… Read More ›
#WaveCast: Bringing you the midterm story
The best thing about this moment, mere days from the election, is reflecting for a moment on the incredible energy and community that has built up since the last election. From the Women’s March and the lawyers setting up shop… Read More ›
The #LastWeekend is Here!
The midterm election is upon us. In a few short days, we’ll know the answer to so many questions. But right now, we still have time before Election Day and that means that each of us still has an opportunity… Read More ›
Are You Entitled to Paid Time Off to Vote? Possibly!
Although Election Day isn’t a federal holiday, many states and companies are making sure people have paid time off so they can vote. It’s a step in the right direction! Vox did a terrific article that lays out which states… Read More ›
15 Reasons to Vote in the 2018 Midterms
There is a lot on the line in this election, but what matters is your unique, very personal reason WHY you will be voting. Your WHY is what drives to you to the polls when it’s raining or cold, it’s… Read More ›
Final Weekend Before Midterms: Make a Plan to Vote
The midterms are finally here. There are just a few days between today and possibly the most important election in our lifetimes. In addition to any Get Out the Vote activities you will be participating in these final days (and… Read More ›
10 State Legislative Houses that could Flip
The midterms aren’t just an opportunity to provide a check on Trump and his administration by flipping the House in Congress, but by flipping houses in state legislatures, too. As we enter the midterms, Democrats currently have control (that is, a… Read More ›
This Week’s Voter Registration Deadlines
You can’t vote unless you’re registered. Help get this voter registration information to your friends, family, and social media followers in the following states. ALABAMA Deadline to register by mail, online, or in person is October 22. Registration info HERE… Read More ›
Weekends are for Getting Out the Vote!
The time to be turning out the vote for midterms is NOW. Over 20 states have started early voting, ballots are arriving in the mailboxes of those states with all mail-in balloting, and everyone else will be voting in less… Read More ›
Mitch McConnell just gave the Democrats two big gifts
Mitch McConnell is famous for not giving an inch to the Democrats, so I’m confused why he gave us two messaging gifts this week, but he did. So what did he say? 1) McConnell was talking to Reuters about their… Read More ›
3 Weekends Left Until Midterms: Volunteer from Home Challenge
If more of our voters turn out in every state, every county, every district, we can change the direction of our country. These weekly challenges are designed to give you tools to help make that goal a reality. Remember, if… Read More ›
We Just Got a Voter Turnout Warning
Everyone knows turnout is important, but now we know how important it is going to be in the midterms. CBS just ran a few turnout models for the midterms and what they found tells me we need to get even… Read More ›
Midterm 2018 Countdown: Nevertheless She Persisted
How can we block out all the clutter and focus on winning the midterms in just a few weeks? The news and our feeds are full of polls and predictions, sound bites and analysis, encouraging words and back-biting, and fast-moving… Read More ›
Tweets Don’t Vote
I saw that headline in my inbox and it got my attention. I’m on Twitter a lot and talk with a great many hard-working citizens doing everything they can to make sure the Democrats win the House (and wouldn’t it… Read More ›
4 Weekends Left Until Midterms: Volunteer for a Campaign Challenge
We are all eager to see a big, beautiful Blue Wave sweep over the country in November. One thing campaigns need … is people. Campaigns that win their elections are campaigns that have a lot of people working to make… Read More ›
The Beginning of the End of Midterms
It’s hard to believe it but yes, the midterm elections are finally upon us. Most importantly, we’re about to be hit with an avalanche of voter registration deadlines. While a few lucky states allow their citizens to register to vote… Read More ›
This is the only way a Blue Wave happens
Every day the news and polls tell us different stories about what might happen at the midterm election on November 6. Today, let’s take one moment to look backwards to see what history tells us. The story is grim. In… Read More ›
1 Thing You Have To Do Before You Vote Next Month
This will be short but sweet. Right now, yes today, you need to check your voter registration. Wait wait wait — keep reading. If you’re like, “Please, I’ve been a registered voter since I was 18.” Or, “Please, I just… Read More ›