Dear John,
Vote by mail is democracy at work. It makes elections more accessible, more secure, and more representative -- which is exactly why Donald Trump wants to get rid of it.
In a Truth Social rant, Trump promised to “lead a movement to get rid of MAIL-IN BALLOTS” and even vowed to sign an Executive Order banning them. Never mind that the Constitution gives authority over elections to the states, not the president. The real danger isn’t Trump’s bluster -- it’s that some states might cave to his pressure anyway.
And that’s the point. Trump knows vote by mail is safe and reliable -- he’s even used it himself. Decades of bipartisan experience, backed by research, show that mail-in ballots are secure and that they expand access without favoring either party.
What Trump really wants is to destroy public trust in elections, because when people lose faith in voting, democracy itself is at risk.
Send a direct message to your Governor today: Defend vote by mail. Protect democracy. Keep voting accessible for all.
The fact of the matter is:
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Vote by mail expands access. It ensures seniors, working people, people with disabilities, and military members overseas can vote.
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Vote by mail reduces barriers. Voters can cast their ballot without intimidation, and research candidates at home before making their choices.
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Vote by mail strengthens democracy. It allows more people to participate, and participation is the foundation of a healthy democracy.
That’s why 72% of states and the District of Columbia now make vote by mail available to all voters, regardless of party.
Since elections are run by the states, the real power to defend democracy lies with us -- and with our Governors. We must demand they protect vote by mail and refuse to let Trump dismantle one of the most effective, secure, and popular voting systems in America.
Tell your Governor today: Stand in support of voting by mail and protect it from Trump’s attempted power grab now!
Thank you for protecting Democracy.
- DFA AF Team
