As always, the month prior to an election is always a mad house, and July was no exception! There were forums, debates, tabling opportunities, and interviews, with events we sponsored and those sponsored by others where we were invited to have a presence. Lots of opportunities to get the word out about the importance of voting in local elections. And that doesn’t even count all the friends and neighbors we talked to. My hope is that Wichita voter turnout exceeds all previous records for a local election!
We Co-Presidents joined representatives from the ACLU and Women for Kansas in meeting with Election Commissioner Laura Rainwater and senior election staffers to discuss concerns about protecting voter rights. It was a great meeting, and all parties were able to speak frankly about what is wanted and what is possible.
As a follow-up to that meeting, Women for Kansas/Wichita has submitted a public comment in support of the Election Commissioner’s requests for the 2024 budget. The Board will consider issuing a similar statement.
All members are encouraged to look at the proposed County Budget and, if your conscience so dictates, submit your own public comment form as an individual constituent.
Click here for the online public comment link. Public hearings on the budget will take place on August 23rd at 9 AM. If possible, show up and be heard!
And, of course, just because the primary will be over, that doesn't mean our work has ended. As soon as the vote counts are final, there will be more forums, debates, and tabling opportunities. That means all hands on deck! See you soon at an event happening near you.
Nancy Brown and Jessica Maldonado, Co-Presidents
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