Now I've got to do my part -- making sure everyone who is old enough is registered to vote and encouraging everyone to vote, especially those who are registered but often don't vote in off-year (non-federal) elections. We will encourage these folks to vote early, so life doesn't overtake them on election day.

Luckily, through VICPP, we have access to publicly available voting records showing who is registered and who votes regularly. Of course, the records do not show how people voted, nor do we care. We want people to vote. Period. Having this information allows me to target my outreach.

I know in my heart of hearts that having congregations encouraging people to vote will matter. But, we want to prove this -- statistically. We have a research firm that will analyze the impact of our 100 percent voting work. Congregations with 100 or more members who participate in the study, which requires matching names with the voter files to see if our work really matter, will receive a $500 contribution to the congregation for participating in the study.  Regardless of the money, I hope some congregations will help us "prove" what we know in our hearts that encouraging people in our congregations to vote really matters. If you are able to help us with the study, email me (Kim@virginiainterfaithcenter.org) or Robert (Robert@virginiainterfaithcenter.org).    

I'm excited to announce that 17 more congregations took the 100 percent voting pledge this week. You do not have to be in the study to take the pledge. Get your congregation to sign up. See the list of congregations below. 

We met our goal of volunteers writing individual postcards to 10,000 infrequent voters. Yeah!!

Now we are seeking 100 volunteers to be election protection advocates -- this is a commitment of four hours on election day. Training will be provided. See the information below, or sign up here.  

And HOLD THE DATE:  JANUARY 17, 2024 for our Day for All People Advocacy Day in Richmond.  More details coming later this month.  

Sincerely,

Kim Bobo
Executive Director

• Now: All Virginia: Early Voting
• 10/16: Norfolk: Meet the Candidates Event, Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
• 10/17: Virginia Beach: Meet the Candidates Event, Location TBD
• 10/22: Arlington & Alexandria: Candidating, Walter Reed Community Center
• 11/07: All Virginia: Election Day!

Voting is an important part of faithful citizenship. So far, 57 faith communities have made the 100% Voting commitment. Click below for information and to join in!

VICPP was a key leader in ending the death penalty in Virginia. However, at the national and worldwide level, this is still a common practice. Join with the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty in prayer and action next Tuesday, October 10 as we move toward a world free from torture.

Volunteer to be an election protection voter advocate on election day, November 7, in Hampton Roads, Richmond, Loudoun or Prince William. Election Protection voter advocates are the first line of defense for voting rights across Virginia. You will join a network of hundreds of Virginians across the Commonwealth answering questions and reporting problems during early voting and on election day. Volunteers are trained and guided throughout the entire process and are paid a stipend for their work. Become a defender of democracy and sign up to protect the vote. Click below to register and find shift times and locations.  

Not sure about your district or your registration?

If you aren’t sure about your new House and Senate districts, check today at the fabulous website run by the Virginia Public Access Project – VPAP. Simply type your home address and you’ll get info about your new House and Senate Districts and who is running in the primary election and the general election. 

Or, if you are not sure if you are registered, you can confirm your registration by checking with the Virginia Department of Elections using the button below. Don't forget, Virginia has same day voter registration, so make a plan to vote on election day even if you're not registered!

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