Voting Rights News

Voting Right News has news, updates, and action alerts about voter mobilization, voter suppression, election defense in the 2026 US midterm elections. Here's a quick overview of the plans for this account ...

3 ways to fight election disinformation and rumors 1. THINK before you engage or share 2. SHARE accurate information about the election 3. EDUCATE yourself — and people you know The post goes into detail on each, with examples, infographics, videos, and links thenexusofprivacy.net/election-dis...

It's #VoteEarlyDay! Election Day is November 3, but you may be able to vote before then. Before heading to the polls, check your state's early voting dates, polling locations, ID requirements, and mail ballot options. Find resources at vote.narf.org

A short thread of Washington state-focused election defense links ... DOJ is sending election monitors to King County (not surprising, they’re doing the same in a lot of blue areas bsky.app/profile/wash...

Friends, if the thing the rightwing is spreading about your folks isn’t true…it’s a lie…it’s an attack… Then what sense does it make to keep amplifying it on your pages? Don’t be a microphone for foolishness. ❤️✌🏾✊🏾

Conspiracy theories, digital threats, and foreign interference are all issues that can affect election integrity. This week on the pod, Michael Waldman talks with experts to discuss these threats and the work being done to prepare for them: bit.ly/4hQnxBF

Election misinformation follows predictable patterns. CDT’s new report examines false claims voters may encounter during the 2026 midterms, from voter fraud to voting machines and election results, and how to prepare. Read more:

"Rigged election" rumors typically mislead in one of six ways. The rumors swirling around the election worker view fall in the "misinterpreted evidence" category. The video is real, it just doesn't show what the rumors suggest it's showing.

UPDATED RESOURCE for student organizers and young leaders, we've added actionable guidance on ⬇️ ➡️ Spotting misinformation & AI ➡️ Navigating campus free speech ➡️ Knowing your rights and handling intimidation 🔗 Get our Gen Z Election Defense Toolkit https://protectdemocracy.org/gen-z-toolkit/

📢 Calling Texas voters! @nataliaecm.bsky.social has been digging into voter registration issues in the state and wants to hear from you. If you registered to vote in Texas and ran into issues or faced problems at the polls, email her at ncontreras@votebeat.org.

My read: 1) the Trump admin has intentionally & effectively sown doubt among Dems in the mail-in voting process; 2) many Dems are making other voting plans (in states where mail-in voting is optional); and 3) looks like GOP plans to use that shift in concert w/ their "polls are rigged" narrative.

My frequent reminder that handicappers delay and release ratings changes piecemeal to drive content creation. They are a lagging indicator of the state of the election

Voting is one way we shape the decisions that affect our lives. You wouldn't leave for a road trip without knowing the route. Don't leave your vote to chance either. Take a quick minute to map out your voting plan: NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/vote #NationalVoterEducationWeek

It's Oct 3. The midterms are a month away, but early voting has already begun in some states. Mail-in ballots will start circulating soon. Some of the usual suspects are already pushing the same "rigged election" rumors we've all heard before. This year, you can play along at home. bingo.cip.uw.edu

LOOKING FOR A WAY TO SHOW UP THIS OCTOBER? 👀 We’ve got options. Scroll through the schedule, pick an event, and bring a friend, family member, or coworker along. Let’s turn participation into power. https://blackvotersmatterfund.org/volunteer

Voter registration deadlines are SUNDAY in Alaska, Rhode Island, South Carolina. And MONDAY in: Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, and *Texas*. If you live in these states, verify your registration now, literally.

Looking for ways to get involved in the midterm elections? Sign up to be an election observer and get a front row seat to how our elections work. 👀 Read more about election observation FAQs in our blog here: bit.ly/4z8xbFv

This week we asked how you plan to cast your vote in the midterm elections. 63% of you plan to deliver your ballot to a dropbox, while 31% said they'll return it through the mail. Just 4% of respondents plan to vote in person on Election Day. 13 people said they aren’t going to vote at all.

🗣️ ATTN. Student organizers, young leaders: To help you counter the unique voter suppression tactics your generation is facing, we just *updated* the Gen Z Election Defense Toolkit. Take action. 🔗 https://protdem.org/genztoolkit

We talk a lot about voting. But it starts with the things affecting our everyday lives: rent, bills, healthcare, our communities. So ask: Who has the power to change it? And how do we use our power? Make a plan to vote: https://bit.ly/4hho6D7

New wizard based app installer precinct-connect.us/ember-alerts and guide to defend against SC SAVE decision added precinct-connect.us/2026-save-vo... Many other updates and improvements Install and spread the word via a one click share button built into almost every screen in the app.

The charge of voter fraud is a long-running right-wing grift! "Trump’s DOJ struggles to show evidence of widespread voter fraud. The administration has steered resources from multiple agencies to go after voter fraud & look into the president’s 2020 election grievances."

Excellent resource from the National Association of State Election Directors with all the key dates for the election in every state: when mail ballots go out, certification deadlines, etc. www.nased.org/2026dates

Need a ride to the polls? The “Lyft Up Voting Access Program” will offer voters discounted rides to polling places on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. Learn more about the program and make a plan to vote today 👇 www.fastcompany.com/91607672/nee...

The disability vote has power. Voters with disabilities are part of every community and live in every county – including yours. That’s why we need you to Be an Accessible Democracy Defender. 🧵 1/4

A new report from the Native American Rights Fund finds barriers to voter registration, mail-in ballots and other stages of voting in Native communities. Learn more 👇 www.boisestatepublicradio.org/politics-gov...

From false claims that large numbers of non-U.S. citizens are illegally registered to vote to attacks on mail voting, here are five election rumors circulating ahead of the midterms. bit.ly/4yDljei

#NationalVoterRegistrationDay: 5 things to do after making sure you're registered thenexusofprivacy.net/national-vot... I'll be writing more about election protection over the next few months, focusing on online organizing and fighting disinfo ... but this is a really good place to start!

For decades, Native voters have demonstrated their power to shape elections. Yet too many eligible Native Americans remain unregistered. On National Voter Registration Day, take the first step toward wielding that power by registering to vote at buff.ly/B5XixtM

LAST CHANCE! Attend our free event to hear from Votebeat's experienced election reporters @jessicahuseman.bsky.social, @alexandershur.bsky.social, @hayleyharding.bsky.social, and @sashahupka.bsky.social. They'll explain what to know about mail voting, election security basics, and more.

Here’s how you can Be an Accessible Democracy Defender: 🗳️ Register to vote + make a voting plan. 🗳️ Report inaccessibility at your local polling places. 🗳️ Help a friend register + make a plan to vote! You can take action to make sure everyone in your community can participate. #DisabilityVote 🧵 4/4

We’re joining @aapd.com in #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, a cross-disability, cross-movement week of nonpartisan action and celebration. Join us in becoming an Accessible Democracy Defender. 💪 Why Disability Voting Rights Week? 🧵 1/4

It's Disability Voting Rights Week! In 2024, for @motherjones.com, I reported on accessibility issues for churches being common polling locations. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

We’re making sure our communities are prepared to protect our power at the polls. Join the ACLU and Black Voters Matter for a virtual Know Your Voting Rights: Election Safeguarding Training. RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/aclu/event/996672/

One of the best ways to ensure your voice is heard is by making a plan to vote early or by mail, with plenty of time to address any changes or updates to your registration. 🗳️ This handy checklist will help guide you through the steps to be prepared. https://www.vote411.org/make-your-plan

Come on in the room! #nokings

Our voting power is under attack. This is the moment to organize, mobilize, and show up. Join us TONIGHT for the No Kings: Vote Early Kickoff Call to learn how we’re organizing around early voting and election protection. No thrones. No crowns. No kings. RSVP: www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

Right now, our elections are under attack. Voting rights are being weakened, trust in our elections is being undermined, and families are struggling with the rising cost of everyday life. October 17. No Kings: Vote Early. Sign up: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=b...

Our power doesn’t stop at the ballot box! We build power by showing up and making sure our communities are represented at every step of the voting process. One way to fight back? Become a poll worker. Get paid. Get trained. Sign up today: www.powerthepolls.org/bvm