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Activist Corner


​2018 ELECTION CENTRAL


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Democracy is not a spectator sport. Being a patriotic American means engaging in the democratic process by voting in local as well as state and federal elections. And by letting your voice be heard.
 
Step 1 - Register to vote. It’s now easier than ever. You can even register to vote online.

Step 2 - Know who’s representing you. If you’re not sure of who your representatives are, click here. Simply type in your address to access your state and federal Representatives.

Step 3 – Speak out. Click here to access the contact information for your local, state and federal representatives as well their meeting schedules.

 
Ready to Take Action?
There are many ways to share your opinions with your local, state and federal representatives. Or get involved with a local group passionate about a personal interest. But sometimes sorting through a sea of websites can seem daunting. We’re here to help by providing links to contact information, local Commission calendars and legislative tracking, all in one place.
 
Activist Calendars
  • Fogartyville  Fogartyville is a special gathering place for those who truly appreciate music and community. But they’ve also become a go-to resource for local organizations joining together to make a difference in our communities. To find a meeting you’d like to attend, check their Activist Calendar each week. Access the calendar here.
  • MeetUp If you’re concerned about where the country is heading, join others who care about what's happening to democracy, equality, human rights, social justice, sustainability, and other important topics. To receive email reminders, you’ll need to ‘join’ the group. Or you can just stop by and see what’s planned each week. Access the calendar here.
  • ​ The NationThe Nation recently launched a newsletter called Take Action Now to connect busy people to the resistance in a just a few minutes. You can pick and choose which issues you want to take on, no matter your schedule. Sign up here.  
  • Weekly Actions If you’d like a weekly email reminder of actions you can take on current political issues, Sign up here.
  • Action Checklist for Americans of Conscience, clear, hype-free actions to take from home that support democracy, freedom, and equality for all Americans. Sign up to get a non-partisan weekly email that will help you feel less overwhelmed and more encouraged.

Keep Track
  • Florida State Legislation
You can personally select and follow the issues you care about and receive automatic updates when the status of those items changes. You’ll need to create an account by clicking here.

  • Florida State House Legislative Schedule
This site lets you find upcoming bills and stay current on the progress of legislation in the Florida State legislature. Click here.

  • Follow a particular topic or person in the news
Google Alerts are an easy way to follow any topic or person you might be interested in, quickly. Click here to set up your customized alerts.
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