Louisiana’s “Pledge to Vote Sunday” will take place on Sunday, October 20, aimed at strengthening voting culture in the state.
More than 200 organizations across Louisiana are expected to participate in “Pledge to Vote Sunday,” according to a news release from Together Louisiana. Sunday’s event will encourage members to pledge to vote in the upcoming election.
“Pledge to Vote Sunday is part of Together Louisiana’s broader Pledge to Vote strategy ahead of the November general election,” Together Louisiana said. “Through the Pledge to Vote, local congregations, fraternities, sororities, unions and community organizations are working together to increase voter turnout and rebuild a culture of civic engagement.”
Making a personal commitment to vote through a trusted community institution has proven to be one of the most effective ways to encourage participation in elections, the statement continued. In previous elections, Together Louisiana’s Pledge to Vote strategy has done just that increased turnout by 54% among casual voters, according to Together Louisiana. The strategy provides an effective framework that translates promises into action and ensures more voices are heard on Election Day. Participation in community organizations, churches, fraternities, and sororities not only boosts voter turnout, but also competes for bragging rights because they inspire their members. The friendly competition between these groups promotes a spirit of cooperation while reinforcing the importance of voting. The Pledge to Vote strategy includes three simple steps:
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Local congregations, fraternities and sororities, labor unions and community organizations register to participate.
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These organizations conduct a pledge drive, organizing members and others to take the pledge to vote.
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Turnout teams from each organization will contact all of their pledges during early voting and on Election Day to ensure they keep their pledge.
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To learn more about how your organization can participate and take your Pledge to Vote, visit PledgeToVote.La.
This article originally appeared on Lafayette Daily Advertiser: Pledge to Vote Sunday
