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A COVID-19 Response for Rural America

As Congress shapes the latest round of COVID-19 response legislation, our government must invest funds in the future that America needs. We’ve worked with our members to build a recovery roadmap we’re calling, “A COVID-19 Response for a Resilient Rural America” … Continued

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On the Ground with the Before the Border Protest

Western Native Voice Stands Against Border Wall And Concentration Camps Western Native Voice (WNV) staff and members attended the 2019 Native Voice Network (NVN) meeting and protest in McAllen, Texas, July 25-27th. The NVN chose to hold this gathering in … Continued

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Why Getting an Accurate Count on the 2020 Census Matters

Getting an accurate census count in 2020, especially of traditionally undercounted populations, could shift political power.  Above: It’s critical to ensure that the 2020 census is safe and accessible to everyone in the country. Image: washingtonydc Every ten years since … Continued

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Youth Voter Interns Boost Voter Registration

Colorado high school students are breaking voter registration records and having fun doing it. Written by Jeriel Clark of Western Colorado Alliance. Starting with 15 interns this summer, our Western Slope Youth Voter Initiative has since doubled in size to … Continued

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Montana Native Vote Brings Native Leaders Together

On November 13 & 14, 2017, Montana Native Vote hosted Native leaders at a two-day event, “Indigenous Movements Interchange,” at Fairmont Hot Spring Resort, along with partner organizations Western Native Voice and Indigenous Environmental Network. Discussions centered on the exploration, … Continued

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Voter services factor in Native American turnout

Reduced voter services, timing, lack of knowledge about the Congressional special election, and other factors contributed to low voter turnout in Montana’s Native American communities for the May election, according to Western Native Voice. Turnout in reservation precincts targeted by … Continued