SAMPLE LETTER TO THE EDITOR OR PRESS RELEASE FOR VOTE411.ORG
Customize for August 2nd Primary or November 8th General Election!
Use this type of letter/press release if your League has covered some, but not all the races voters will find on their ballot.
The League of Women Voters of (YOUR LOCAL LEAGUE) urges voters in (YOUR CITY/COMMUNITY) to prepare for the upcoming (August 2nd primary OR November 8th election) by visiting VOTE411.org. VOTE411.org also helps voters find their polling place, check voting hours, learn about ballot measures, and read state candidate responses to relevant questions for federal and state races. Candidate information for some local races is also included.
Not sure what your new district is? As a result of the Michigan Legislature’s redistricting the boundaries for state House and Senate, County and US Congressional districts, many aren't sure of their district number. Visiting VOTE411.org and entering your home address will give you that information right away, as well as state and federal candidate information on this on-line Voter Guide. Local candidate information may also be available for your address.
These days, we have lots of ways to connect and share the things that matter most to us. This year, your VOTE is the ultimate ‘app’. Use it. Don’t get left behind.
Add this clause for Primary Election Only:
Remember that in many communities where only one party is represented, the winners of the primary election on August 2nd will win the general election in November. Don't "skip" the primary! Learn about the candidates on VOTE411.org before you vote on August 2nd!
Use this type of letter/press release for the Primary if your League has covered ALL the races voters will find on their ballot.
The League of Women Voters of (YOUR LOCAL LEAGUE) urges voters to prepare for the upcoming ( August 2nd primary OR November 8th election) by visiting VOTE411.org to read and compare candidate responses to relevant issues. VOTE411.org also helps voters find their polling place, check voting hours, learn about ballot measures, and read tips about voting in Michigan. Don't know your new state or county district? Simply by typing in your home address, Vote411.org will give you that information.
Voters need simple, helpful tools to help them navigate the voting process and Election Day. VOTE411.org is the nation’s premiere online election resource and the League of Women Voters of (YOUR LOCAL LEAGUE) has added our local voter’s guide to VOTE411.org so that voters in our area can learn about their federal, state, county and local candidates.
These days, we have lots of ways to connect and share the things that matter most to us. This year, your VOTE is the ultimate ‘app’. Use it. Don’t get left behind. Remember that in many communities where only one party is represented, the winners of the primary election on August 2nd will win the general election in November. Don't "skip" the primary! Learn about the candidates on VOTE411.org before you vote on August 2nd!
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