While the Civil Rights Act of 1957 was a historic step forward, its effectiveness was limited. The Act aimed to protect voting rights but faced significant resistance and loopholes that left many African Americans disenfranchised. Today, we continue to address these issues and push for stronger, more inclusive legislation to ensure every voice is heard. #CivilRightsAct1957 #VotingRights #Equality #vote #Advocacy #FreeOurVote #ContinueTheFight
Free Our Vote
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, DC 162 followers
A tech nonprofit that develops innovative solutions to restore voting rights for people with past convictions.
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Free Our Vote is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) dedicated to restoring voting rights for people with past convictions. Millions of Americans with past felony convictions could vote, but don’t. Not because they don’t want to – but because they don’t know if they can. The problem lies in state voting laws. These laws are complex and were often passed to disenfranchise Black voters. Most states tie voting rights to repayment of court debt. And state officials, let alone returning citizens, struggle to determine voter eligibility. Mistakes are costly. Returning citizens may face new felony charges if they register to vote under the incorrect belief that they were eligible. That’s a reality for voters in Florida and elsewhere. This practice silences millions of voices and erodes trust in democracy. Free Our Vote develops web crawlers to assemble complex court and corrections records to determine voter eligibility. We fundraise to pay off court debt, and negotiate with clerks of court to reduce amounts owed. And we inform newly eligible voters through mailers and texts. Our model is supported by rigorous, scientific evidence. We re-enfranchised thousands in Florida in 2020. Quasi-RCT analyses prove our outreach boosted turnout by up to 26%. The Wall Street Journal and ProPublica, among others, have cited our work. Free Our Vote is a non-partisan nonprofit launched by Neel Sukhatme & Alexander Billy. Neel is Associate Dean & Professor of Law at Georgetown, with an Econ Ph.D. from Princeton and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. Alex is a Ph.D. economist from Georgetown.
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https://freeourvote.com
External link for Free Our Vote
- Industrie
- Non-profit Organizations
- Größe des Unternehmens
- 2-10 Mitarbeiter
- Hauptsitz
- Washington, DC
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- Nonprofit
- Gegründet
- 2020
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Primäre
Wegbeschreibung erhalten
Washington, DC, US
Employees at Free Our Vote
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Neel Sukhatme
Associate Dean for Research and Academic Programs, Professor of Law, and Anne Fleming Research Professor, Georgetown University Law Center
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Camila Gomes
PhD Candidate in Economics at Georgetown University
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Marissa Ranalli Zapata
Executive Director for Free Our Vote, a tech nonprofit restoring voting rights
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Alexander Billy
Managing Director at Ankura | Co-Founder of Free Our Vote
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In March, the Montana Supreme Court struck down four restrictive voting laws, declaring them unconstitutional for violating citizens' fundamental right to vote. This decision is a big win for democracy, protecting access for students, first-time voters, and others who could have been silenced by these barriers. Every voice matters! 🗳️ #VotingRights #ProtectOurVote #DemocracyMatters #FreeOurVote #YourVoteMatters
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Happy Labor Day from Free Our Vote! Today, we honor the hard work and dedication of every American. Voting is a crucial tool for protecting labor rights and advocating for better working conditions. Use your voice to help shape a fairer future for all workers. #LaborDay #CelebrateWork #VoteForChange #WorkersRights #Community #Vote #CivilRights
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Why? Texans with past felonies can vote after completing their full sentence, but the law is complicated, leading to many avoiding registration. Make sure you’re registered and ready for the next election. Every voice matters. #HoustonVotes #TexasVotingRights #FreeOurVote #CivicEngagement #YourVoiceMatters
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On Women's Equality Day, we remember the relentless fight for the right to vote. The courage and determination of those who came before us paved the way for the freedoms we have today. Honor their legacy by making your voice heard. Check your voter registration status today! #WomensEqualityDay #VotingRights #HonorHerVoice #EqualityForAll #WomenInHistory #Suffrage #CivilRights #HerStory #EmpowerWomen #VoterEquality #Vote
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It's time for change. Learn more at FreeOurVote.Com. Together, we can ensure every voice is heard. Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed and be part of the movement! #FreeOurVote #VotingRights #StayInformed #CivicEngagement
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In Kansas, your right to vote is restored upon release! You should receive discharge documents informing you that you're eligible to vote again. If you didn’t receive this documentation or have fines, fees, or restitution preventing you from registering, contact your sentencing court for assistance. Don't miss your chance to make your voice heard. Register by October 15th, and bring a photo ID to the polls! #FreeOurVote #VotingRights #KansasVotes #CivicEngagement #vote #CivilRights #votevotevote
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If you or someone you know needs assistance restoring voting rights, visit FreeOurVote.Com or email [email protected]. Let's ensure that every eligible citizen can participate in our democracy! #FreeOurVote #VotingRights #Democracy #CivilRights #GetOutAndVote #Vote
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With a $40 donation, Free Our Vote can complete data collection and analysis, outreach, and negotiate legal debts to directly restore a citizen's voting rights. Help us restore voting rights for 300,000 people today. Every contribution counts! #FreeOurVote #VotingRights #Empowerment #SocialJustice #MakeADifference
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Don't miss your chance to vote! Here are the deadlines for registering to vote in all US states. Make sure you're registered in time for Election Day. If you miss the deadline, check your local laws—some states offer same-day registration or other options. Your voice matters, so let's make it count! #RegisterToVote #Vote #CivilRights #VotingRights #Democracy #YourVoteMatters #FreeOurVote #ElectionDay #StayInformed
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