The 2024 elections have high stakes. In a world of escalating conflict, rising inequality, racial injustice, disinformation, and anti-democratic forces, all amid an ever-worsening climate crisis, a lot is on the line. FCNL focuses on policy change in Washington and no matter what happens at the polls, our work will continue.
Yet, elections are our greatest chance to participate in democracy and to organize and build power. Friends acknowledge the indispensable role of government in safeguarding the integrity of our society and the essential dignity of every human being. Citizens have the responsibility to participate vigorously in making government more responsive, open, and accountable.We encourage everyone to vote, engage candidates, mobilize people to vote, volunteer to support access to the ballot, and help ensure a fair and peaceful election.
With so much uncertainty and fear this year, the faith voice and a faith presence in these elections is more important than ever.
FCNL aims to engage candidates running for re-election and challengers across various states and districts. This is vital for building early relationships with community leaders and aligns with our bipartisan approach to influencing policy change.
Check out a story about members of one Advocacy Team engaging with a candidate in the 2016 election.
We recognize the significant influence these individuals have in our communities and the importance of connecting with them, regardless of election outcomes.
Learn why everyone should get involved
In a dynamic call, together with FCNL’s Bridget Moix, Dr. Barbara Williams-Skinner and Rev. Adam Taylor talked about the work of Faiths United to Save Democracy. LaVida Davis, FCNL director of strategic advocacy, explained how we can plug in to the 2024 elections.
Join a trainings from Faiths United to Save Democracy on being a poll chaplain. They are offering these through September, so take the opportunity to get plugged in. This is an intergenerational, multiracial, and interfaith effort to protect our democracy and keep the peace during the Nov. 5, 2024 general election. We can recognize that of God in other people by supporting their right to vote.
Take advantage of the early voting that is permitted in many states.
Don’t assume your family, friends, and neighbors will vote. Particularly given efforts to suppress voter turnout, your personal outreach to help others cast their ballots is tremendously important.
The government has a site where you can register to vote, change your voter registration, and get information on congressional, state, and local elections.
Stay informed and stay active
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