States United Democracy Center

Election denial is a strategy to undermine results, not uphold election integrity. "The election denial heading into election day 2024 has always been about laying the groundwork to claim fraud and overturn the results if they lose,” Lizzie Ulmer, SVP of Strategy and Communications at States United Action, explained to The Guardian. “So it’s not surprising that the conspiracy narratives have gone quiet around races where election deniers’ preferred candidates won. But the harm is still incredibly real: this kind of rhetoric and false claims have chipped away at the American people’s faith in our system.”? https://lnkd.in/gpFpttmD??

"Since our organization was founded, we’ve said that the work of protecting our democracy starts in the states," States United CEO Joanna Lydgate writes in this week's newsletter. "That’s never been more true than it is today."

Since our organization was founded, we’ve said that the work of protecting our democracy starts in the states. That’s never been more true than it is today. American democracy rests in the hands of our state officials. At States United, we will continue doing what we’ve always done: providing critical back-up to the state leaders who will need to defend the rule of law and our fundamental freedoms.? ? Read our full statement from CEO Joanna Lydgate:? https://lnkd.in/emquaUcw ?

Over 75 million Americans have already made their voices heard. This #ElectionDay, millions more are headed to the polls to do the same. Use state and local officials, your trusted sources for accurate election info, to check your polling place and more at?CanIVote.org. ????

??? Happy Election Day! Thank you to all our nation’s election officials and poll workers who are working diligently to ensure the security and resilience of our nation’s elections. Remember to turn to state & local election officials for accurate voting information! #Protect2024

IT'S THE LAST DAY TO VOTE! If you’re heading to the polls today, make sure to check https://VOTE411.org for polling hours and location, candidate info, and much more! Remember, your voice is essential to our democracy! #ElectionDay

We’re officially one day away from the 2024 November general election. Voters in 41 states have Election Deniers on their ballot for congressional or statewide office, according to States United Action’s final pre-election tally at ElectionDeniers.org.

This #ElectionHeroDay, we’re paying tribute to the women election officials working around the clock, protecting every vote. From working late nights to going the extra mile to assist a voter, our election administrators—80% of whom are women—do it all to safeguard our democracy. ??♀? #ThankYouElectionHeroes? HowElectionsWork.org

One of the best parts of my job is getting to work with the election officials all across this country who keep our elections free, fair, and secure. At States United Democracy Center, we celebrate them every day — but especially today! Take a moment to thank an election hero for their hard work and for making sure every eligible vote gets counted this November. Happy #ElectionHeroDay ?? #ThankYouElectionHeroes

Over 150 million voters will cast their ballot this election and election officials are ready. They’ve been put through a lot in the past four years—conspiracy theories, needless paperwork, attempts at political interference, threats. But they are a strong, resilient community of nonpartisan professionals, and now is their time to shine. They are ready, they will follow the law, and they will deliver another free and fair election. #ElectionHeroDay is a national celebration recognizing the tremendous contributions that our election officials, their staff, and poll workers make to ensure a safe, secure voting experience for all Americans. #ThankYouElectionHeroes