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From Wisconsin ACLU:
For many years, the ACLU of Wisconsin has been engaged in Election Protection efforts alongside a broad coalition of nonpartisan organizations across the state. Election Protection is staffed by lawyers who monitor the hotline, address systemic issues affecting access to the polls, and – when necessary – seek relief for voters in the courts.
As you head to the polls, here are some things you can look for and report back to the Election Protection hotline:
- Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliance: ensuring accessibility of polling places, including curbside voting, and signage
- ANY instances of voter intimidation
- Challenges to a voter's eligibility to cast a ballot
- Any act or version of a citizenship check
- Ensuring language access and the use of an assistant for language assistance if needed
- Extremely long lines that are over 2 hours
- Unexpected or planned poll closures (late openings, outages, etc.)
- Any ballot shortage issues, similar to running out of ballots
- Voter ID issues – including students, address, or residency issues
If you need assistance on Election Day or witness issues at the polls, such as voter intimidation or other barriers to access, please contact Election Protection at 866-OUR-VOTE. We're ready to protect voters' rights and ensure this election runs smoothly!
Additional language options are also available:
- English: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)
- Spanish/English: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)
- Asian languages/English: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)
- Arabic/English: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)
As you know, polls are open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Election Day and during early voting. If you see any of the above issues, you can help us safeguard the election by contacting the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
Thanks for helping keep elections free and fair.
Ryan Cox
Legal Director, ACLU of Wisconsin
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