Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State

As we gather around the holiday table this season, let’s make space for setting not just our dinner plates but our civic goals too! Just like we plan the perfect holiday menu, we can also think about the future we want for our communities. #HolidayCivics #CommunityGoals #GatherWithPurpose #GratitudeInAction

Learn more about #civics in #Connecticut on our The Power of Civics homepage: https://ow.ly/rE7750U2oGh #FundamentalOrders #ConnecticutHistory #DemocraticPrinciples #USConstitution #PoliticalHistory #CivicEngagement #Civics101

RUMOR ?: "If a foreign country is blamed for interference, the results can’t be trusted." FACT ??: U.S. intelligence agencies and cybersecurity teams monitor elections rigorously. Even when they detect interference attempts, this does not mean results are altered. Election infrastructure is highly secured, and states verify results independently. #ElectionIntegrity #Cybersecurity #Election2024 #TrustTheProcess #ElectionSecurity #FactCheck

Attending local town meetings is more than a civic duty. It’s a tradition that dates back to Colonial Connecticut, where the idea of community-driven governance was born. In Connecticut’s early towns, residents gathered to discuss and vote on local matters, setting a foundation for American democracy. This “town meeting” style that we still use empowered citizens to make their voices heard and paved the way for today’s local and national democratic processes. #CivicResponsibility #TownMeeting #DemocracyInAction #BeTheChange

RUMOR ?: Election results that take longer to be finalized are a sign of interference or fraud. FACT ??: Many states have processes in place, including mail-in ballots and recounts, which naturally take time to verify and count. Extended counting does NOT imply fraud or interference, especially given the procedures that protect accuracy. #ElectionFacts #ElectionIntegrity #DemocracyInAction #TransparencyInElections

Connecticut Justices of the Peace officiate weddings, administer oaths and take affidavits. Overseen by the Office of the Secretary of the State, they may also assist in witnessing documents and acknowledge signatures. #JusticeOfThePeace #Connecticut #AdministrativeRoles #CeremonialDuties

Today, we remember all the brave Black soldiers who fought in the Civil War, fighting for freedom, equality, and the right to vote. In Connecticut, their sacrifices laid the groundwork for future generations to secure their voting rights, culminating in the 1870 ratification of the 15th Amendment, which prohibited racial discrimination in voting. Let’s honor their legacy by voting in every election. #CivilWarHeroes #VotingRights #ConnecticutHistory

Legislative bodies like the Connecticut General Assembly use consent calendars for routine or widely supported bills and resolutions, often early in sessions or during busy legislative periods when there’s a need to expedite decision-making on less contentious issues. #CivicsSaturday #Civics101 #ConnecticutPolitics #LegislativeProcess #PublicPolicy #CGA #CivicEngagement

The Office of the Secretary of the State is deeply saddened by the passing of Hartford City Clerk Noel McGregor, a dedicated public servant. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who were inspired by his leadership.

Ever look at the Constitution of the State of Connecticut to see what it contains? Read it here: https://ow.ly/Cut350U2sOc #ConnecticutConstitution #ConnecticutLaw #CivicEngagement #CivicKnowledge #Civics101