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On the recordOctober 19, 2021
Our sacred right to vote is in jeopardy. Led by the divisive voice of a twice-impeached, failed, former President, 17 States across this Nation have enacted 28 laws to make it harder for Americans to vote. Tomorrow, the Senate has the opportunity to pass the Freedom to Vote Act. The pandemic has shown us we can adapt and modernize our elections to reflect the 21st century and our electorate through same-day registration, making election day a national holiday, transparency on dark money, and more. Legislators must be the voice of the people and give voice to the people, and our voices are strongest at the ballot box. That is why we must do all we can to ensure equal access for all Americans. I urge the Senators to vote ``yes'' on the Freedom to Vote Act. Our Republic can't afford anything less. We are voted for by the people and for the people, and we must protect the right to vote for the people. ____________________
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Howard Dean
Democratic · Vermont

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