By Judi McLeod ——Bio and Archives--November 6, 2020
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“Her support for federal legislation, which would make it easier for people to cast their ballots during the presidential election, was made through a voter initiative she leads, When We All Vote. “Celebrity-backed When We All Vote is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization focused on increasing voter participation. “The group says Americans should have more access to voting by mail, early in-person voting and online voter registration. “The support comes after the state of Wisconsin was forced to hold its primary election. The state’s Supreme Court overturned the governor's order to postpone the vote, which forced people to choose whether they wanted to stay home or risk getting sick to vote. “Americans should never have to choose between making their voices heard and keeping themselves and their families safe,” Obama said in a statement. “There is nothing partisan about striving to live up to the promise of our country: making the democracy we all cherish more accessible, and protecting our neighbors, friends and loved ones as they participate in this cornerstone of American life.”
“Obama launched When We All Vote in 2018 with actor Tom Hanks, Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda, singer Janelle Monáe, NBA player Chris Paul and country singers Faith Hill and Tim McGraw.” (NewsMax)A motley crew, largely anti-American in nature even though it is courtesy of America that they were able to enrich themselves. Look where they were when they launched ‘Party at the Polls’:’When We All Vote Together’ celebrated National Early Voting Day: “Michelle Obama And LeBron James' voter organizations come together for free food, music and celebrity guests in Philadelphia, Atlanta, or Milwaukee.” (bet.com, Oct. 23, 2020) Look where Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Milwaukee are today in the vote fraud scandal holding the truthful outcome of Election 2020 at bay. In other words, Obama and Company had already identified which states where Democrat activists would be needed a full three weeks before Election Day.
“Several states across the country are allowing early voting and When We All Vote Together wants to ensure that Americans are prepared to have their voices heard at the ballot box. In partnership with BET, Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote and LeBron James’ More Than A Vote organizations are celebrating National Early Voting Day this weekend, October 24 and October 25 with three big events across the country. “Studies show that early voting activations can actually help increase voter turnout by nearly 4 percent and indicate that voting celebrations can make a significant impact on voter participation in any election environment, attracting low propensity voters who wouldn't normally be activated.
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“On Saturday (Oct 24), voting rights organizations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin are holding a vote early event at the Bradley Center. Voters will be supported with transportation, food, music and personal protective equipment (PPE). In addition, Lyft will provide discounted rides to help people get to early voting sites. “That same day in Atlanta, Georgia, the organizations will host their event at Georgia International Plaza next to the early voting site at the State Farm Arena. Participants will enjoy free food and transportation and rapper Lil Yachty is even scheduled to make an appearance. "On Sunday, October 25 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, When We All Vote Together will have an event at Temple’s Liacouras Center. Food and transportation will be provided there as well. “The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law and the Election Protection Coalition are both involved to ensure voter protection support at early voting sites in various cities. The preventative measure has been set in place to push back against voter suppression. Wisconsin, Georgia and Pennsylvania are all considered swing states. “When We All Vote is a national, nonpartisan nonprofit that brings together citizens, institutions, brands, and organizations to increase participation in every election. Launched by Michelle Obama, the organization is committed to closing the race and age voting gap and empowering all eligible voters to cast their ballot by harnessing grassroots energy, establishing strategic partnerships, and implementing digital organizing strategies, with the ultimate goal of changing the culture around voting.
“More Than A Vote is a nonprofit social justice organization founded by Black athletes and artists dedicated to Black political empowerment. In 2020, More Than A Vote is focused on educating, energizing, and protecting Black voters and fighting the lies and systemic, racist voter suppression that stands in the way of Black voices being heard at the ballot box. “All participants and staff will follow social distancing protocols recommended by CDC, and volunteers will wear masks and gloves. If individuals do not have a mask, When We All Vote will provide one. “Aside from masquerading as a “non-profit” and “non-partisan” organization, When We All Vote is not shy about explaining who they are. This description comes from their website:
Who We Are “When We All Vote is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that is on a mission to increase participation in every election and close the race and age voting gap by changing the culture around voting, harnessing grassroots energy, and through strategic partnerships to reach every American. “Launched in 2018 by co-chairs Michelle Obama, Tom Hanks, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Janelle Monae, Chris Paul, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw, When We All Vote is changing the culture around voting using a data-driven and multifaceted approach to increase participation in elections. “In the months directly before the 2018 midterm elections, When We All Vote organized 2,500 local voter registration events across the country, engaged 200 million Americans online about the significance of voting, and texted nearly four million voters the resources to register and get out to vote. “When We All Vote is supported by Vote Lab, the innovation and research arm of the organization. Learn more about Vote Lab here. “And we’re just getting started. We’re helping bring even more people into the voting process because when we all vote, we all do better.”
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