VOTE!
The Power of Community and the Vote
As caretakers of our community, it is our responsibility to stand in the gap during times of adversity. Historically, we have risen to challenges with resilience, unity, and strategic action. From the Reconstruction era, when the Black Church became a beacon of hope, to organizations like the NAACP, we have demanded justice, equality, and freedom—not with despair, but with intentional efforts.
To move forward, we must reclaim our identity, pride, and unity. Too often, we allow harmful countercultures to distort our sense of self and divide us. We must reject these patterns, remember who we are, and rebuild a strong foundation of community and purpose.
Reclaiming the Power of the Vote
Voting is our most powerful tool for change. Efforts to suppress it, through redistricting and voter ID restrictions, are designed to discourage us. We must not let these barriers deter us.
Change starts with us—not just in presidential elections, but in local ones. School boards, city councils, and state offices directly shape our communities. By voting at every level, we can block oppressive systems and build a more equitable society.
Taking Action
Here’s how we create change:
Register voters and ensure they have proper identification.
Provide transportation to polling stations.
Work the polls to protect the election process.
Change begins locally, and we have the power to make it happen. No president can do it alone. We must act—together—because there is power in the vote.