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As governor he got his state signed on to the national popular vote interstate compact

Forty-four men have succeeded Washington so far. Some became titans; others finished their terms without distinction; a few ended their service to the nation in ignominy. But each of them knew that the day would come when it would be their duty and honor to return the presidency to the people.

All but one, that is.

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Is it time to make Election Day a federal holiday? 🗳️ Some say it would boost voter turnout and align the U.S. with other democracies, while others argue it could create challenges for hourly workers and cost millions. Dive into the debate over whether a federal voting holiday is the best way to strengthen democracy or if there are better solutions. Check out the full breakdown!

https://ace-usa.org/blog/research/research-votingrights/should-election-day-become-a-federal-holiday-weighing-the-benefits-and-drawbacks/

The Freedom to Vote Act could dramatically change U.S. elections, from expanding early voting and voter registration to reforming campaign finance and tackling gerrymandering. But is it a necessary step to protect voting rights, or does it give too much power to the federal government? This article breaks down the key provisions and the heated debate surrounding the bill. What do you think? https://ace-usa.org/blog/research/research-votingrights/freedom-to-vote-act-pros-cons-and-impact-on-u-s-elections/

Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) is gaining traction, but is it the key to higher voter turnout or a potential security risk? This article breaks down how AVR works, the arguments for and against it, and its impact on elections. If you're curious about how this policy could shape the future of voting, check out this article.

https://ace-usa.org/blog/research/automatic-voter-registration-a-closer-look-at-the-ongoing-debate/

Ron DeSantis attacked Kamala Harris during an interview Monday night, calling her “delusional” amid reports that the Florida governor refused to take the VP’s calls to discuss hurricane relief.

Asked earlier in the day about a report that, as a DeSantis aide described, “Kamala was trying to reach out, and [the DeSantis team] didn’t answer,” the vice president told reporters, “People are in desperate need of support right now, and playing political games at this moment, in these crisis situations—these are the height of emergency situations—it’s utterly irresponsible, and it is selfish, and it is about political gamesmanship instead of doing the job that you took an oath to do, which is to put the people first.”

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During an appearance on The View on Tuesday, Harris said it was a “shame” she hadn’t been able to speak to DeSantis, and that she will continue to call him when she is president.

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What American Jews have experienced in the past year is both a pattern and a warning.