There are more than 2.2 million domestic workers in the United States. The majority are immigrants and women of color, who have historically faced challenges at the polls. Elections will determine our access to family care and care jobs for years to come. And elections happen all the time — not just every four years. A powerful way for the voices of women to be heard is to vote. Your voice is too important to be silenced by the modern-day equivalents of poll taxes and literacy tests of the Jim Crow era. Elections are where WE ALL CHOOSE, not just the few.
Casting a ballot is more than just a civic duty; it's a powerful tool that empowers citizens to shape their communities and nation. By voting, individuals express their preferences on policies, leadership, and the direction of their country. These rights give us the power to influence the equality and fairness principles underpinning democracy. Historically, voting rights have been a battleground for civil rights, particularly for marginalized communities. Discriminatory practices, such as literacy tests and poll taxes, were once used to disenfranchise certain groups, particularly Black Americans, from participating in the democratic process.