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Being an informed and engaged citizen is the best way to protect, strengthen and celebrate our democracy!

While it was a real disappointment when the Senate did not pass the Freedom to Vote: John Lewis Act last week, we keep calm and carry on, as Winston Churchill said. Each of us has the power to act individually.  How do we do this? 

According to the Brennan Center for Justice, an “independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization” you and I, “We the People”, can make a difference.  Take a moment to read the following articles from the Brennan Center.  They are informative and empowering. 

• Things you can do as an individual: The Fight Isn’t Over | Brennan Center for Justice
• How to counter mis/disinformation:  Voters vs. Disinformation | Brennan Center for Justice

In these bewildering times one of our Bay Area cities is contemplating expanding the right to vote for local elections. See an article about San Jose here. 

by Shawn Gilbert, LWVDV Vice-President