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Wisconsin Election Protection
We work with Election Protection Coalition partners to safeguard elections in Wisconsin and help voters cast their ballot without confusion, obstruction, or intimidation.
Protect the Vote in Wisconsin
Our democracy works best when every voter can participate and when every ballot is counted as cast.
We know that far too many voters in Wisconsin, especially voters of color, face barriers to the ballot box—like photo ID requirements, long lines, underfunding so there is not enough voting machines or staff, confusing laws, or disinformation.
That is why for every election, Common Cause Wisconsin, together with our voting rights partners to be our strongest, is part of the largest nonpartisan Election Protection effort! Voters deserve to be informed and prepared to make their voices heard at the ballot box.
What We Do
As part of Common Cause Wisconsin’s work to protect the vote, we:
- Recruit nonpartisan volunteers so they can go to polling places around the state, where they will answer voters’ questions and serve as a first line of defense against voter suppression tactics
- Monitor social media platforms for misleading and false content designed to confuse voters
- Promote the 866-OUR-VOTE hotline, which voters can call to address any questions or issues
- Bring any major problems to the attention of elections officials and, if necessary, take legal action in defense of voters’ rights
You too can play a role in protecting elections in Wisconsin. Become an Election Protection Volunteer. More information about 2026 opportunities coming up…
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Updates
Position Statement
Protecting Elections through Advocacy
Jay Heck's Written Testimony for Today's Assembly Hearing
Blog Post
Taking Action, Making a Difference and Getting Involved During Difficult Times in Our State, Our Country and The World
The Alternative to Despair and Discouragement is Engagement for Positive Change
Blog Post
ADVANCING and PROTECTING DEMOCRACY THROUGH ACTION and PARTICIPATION
Some Things to do During September to Keep Hope Alive!
Related Resources
Guide
Access to Voting
We're making it easier for more eligible voters to participate in our elections.
Guide
Voter Registration and Photo ID Guide
What you need for Photo ID and to Register to Vote in Wisconsin.
Guide
Student Voting Guide
Three things college students need to do to vote in Wisconsin.
Press
News Clip
Wisconsin election officials skeptical of proposed early-voting mandate for municipalities
“It’s only going to create more opportunities for voting,” said Jay Heck, executive director of Common Cause Wisconsin. “That for us is always the key. It should be funded for more than one year.”
News Clip
Election laws likely staying status quo ahead of pivotal year
With two highly contentious statewide races on the ballot in 2026, Heck says it has become harder to pass meaningful legislation regarding elections.
News Clip
Assembly Republicans advance election bills ahead of high-stakes midterm
As the nation gears up for the high-stakes midterm election next year, Republicans in the state Assembly are advancing a handful of bills that seek to change Wisconsin’s election system.