Election Protection

Decision Enables Many Wisconsinites to Better be Able to Return Absentee Ballots and Have Them Counted

This week the Wisconsin Elections Commission held a public hearing for comments about their draft administrative rule on election observation. Common Cause Wisconsin submitted this statement in support of a rule that will provide clarity and uniformity for election observers to witness the election process while allowing election officials to complete their duties transparently and unobstructed and voters to cast their ballots privately and with confidence.

Today is the perfect day to flex your democracy muscles by participating in the April Spring Election. Your vote will help determine some of the policies that will guide our communities and state in years to come.

On the April 2nd Spring Election ballot in Wisconsin, in addition to contests for local offices, judgeships, school board members and other positions, the Wisconsin Legislature has directed that there be two constitutional amendments put before voters for approval or rejection and they are important in how they affect elections and democracy in Wisconsin and in your ability to participate in those elections fairly and freely.

The 2024 Spring General Election is fast approaching - Tuesday, April 2nd! And there are things you can take care of now to prepare for Election Day or to cast your absentee ballot in advance. Every election matters, and local races have a direct impact on your daily life.