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This October, we’re crafting a new anthem, and our people will be heard. We want to invite you to build power with us at the People Powered virtual vote rally on October 2, 2020, on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter! People …
Read more »It’s Black August, a time to commit to Black lives and rebellion, to defunding police, and to investing in Black communities. Black August started in California in the 1970s. In August 1971, incarcerated people started a rebellion at San Quentin …
Read more »To my people – the State Voices Network, I am in pain. Black people are in pain. Our communities and country are in pain. I do not have the right words to adequately convey the sadness, frustration, anger, and …
Read more »At State Voices, we believe in the power of the collective and the power of transformational leadership. The best leaders are committed to amplifying more voices, supporting leadership in others, and building power with BIPOC communities. Executive Directors of State …
Read more »The COVID-19 pandemic is illuminating injustices that have long existed in our society. This crisis underscores the need for a healthy democracy in which oppressed communities have a voice and get their needs met. We recently spoke with The Atlantic …
Read more »The importance of our communities having a voice in our democracy is clear as ever. State Tables across our network, like the Florida Civic Engagement Table (FLCET) play a huge role in making this a reality. It’s with excitement that …
Read more »Together, we’re building people power and using this power to transform our society into one that is liberated and free. The guidance and support of the State Voices’ Board helps make this happen, which is why we are thrilled to …
Read more »Fannie Lou Hamer, a Black freedom fighter who organized during the freedom struggles of the 1960s and 70s, famously said that “Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” Sommer Foster has championed these values as a racial justice and pro-Black advocate in …
Read more »March 16, 2020 Update: Due to COVID-19, State Voices strongly recommends that State Tables and partners avoid hosting events until further notice. Our Census Day of Action Toolkit primarily contains recommendations on events. For our updated Get-Out-The-Count guidance, please view …
Read more »Ella Baker, an influential organizer during the Black freedom struggles in the early 20th century, famously said that we should “give light and people will find the way.” Inspiring organizers and freedom fighters give light and support people who are …
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