WHY VOTE?

This year's election is an opportunity for us to reclaim our votes and our voices, and show up for our communities.  In order for us to defend democracy, demand diversity, and defeat poverty - WE MUST VOTE!

Here are 10 reasons why you should vote in this election:

DEMAND DIVERSITY: Demand Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all aspects of American life, from courtrooms to our classrooms and campuses, from our factory floors and construction sites to our C-suites and every workplace in America.

1. Protect HBCU schools and funding.
2.  Protect religious rights.
3.  Address systemic racism and racial bias that leads to discrimination in hiring, promotions, pay, and educational opportunities for people of color.

DEFEND DEMOCRACY: Because democracy is the foundation of America.

4.  End racially based gerrymandering of our legislative and congressional districts.
5.  Demand full restoration of the Voting Rights Act.
6.  Protect and expand access to early voting and mail-in voting.
7.  Protect the right of every eligible citizen to vote by ending voter intimidation and voter suppression

DEFEAT POVERTY: Prioritize efforts to close gaps in education, healthcare, housing, and the justice system.

8.  Address and eliminate racial income and wealth disparities.
9.  Protect health care for the poor, elderly, and children.
10.  Protect Social Security, now and for future generations.