Verified Voting
Strengthening democracy for all voters by promoting the responsible use of technology in elections for 20+ years. Website: verifiedvoting.org
- 100 years after the first Black history observance, voting rights are still under attack. This #BlackHistoryMonth, learn about the Voting Rights Act and the hard-fought battles that predated its passage: www.searchablemuseum.com/the-struggle...
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- Another week, another conference! Verified Voting’s Jessica King, Senior Policy Associate, and Mark Lindeman, Policy & Strategy Director, are at The National Association of State Election Directors conference, engaging with election officials on how election administration is evolving on the ground.
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- President & CEO Pam Smith on the FBI raid of Fulton County elections center: “This was a heavy-handed and unprecedented federal intrusion into an election that was certified at the local, state, and federal levels years ago." Read the full statement: bit.ly/4q1YDQh
- Verified Voting is on the ground at the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) Winter Conference in D.C. connecting with election leaders from across the country. Be sure to say hi and connect with our Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs, C.Jay Coles, if you see him on the floor!
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- Want to help strengthen democracy? On #HelpAmericaVoteDay, consider becoming a poll worker this election season to support voters, protect ballots, and uphold your community members’ right to make their voices heard 💙 Learn more: www.eac.gov/help-america-vote
- New year = more visits to state capitals! C.Jay Coles, Verified Voting’s Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs, was recently in Richmond for conversations about strengthening election systems for voters across the Commonwealth! 🗳️🏛️
- “Keeping tabs on where ballots are at every step in the process ensures the integrity of an election from start to finish." Get a behind-the-scenes look at the chain of custody that helps protect your vote from @hayleyharding.bsky.social at @votebeat.org: bit.ly/3LThcs1
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- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that democracy is something we build together. On #MLKDay, honor that legacy by supporting fair, trustworthy elections in your community and serving as a poll worker this year: www.eac.gov/help-america-vote
- Today is #InternationalVoterRegistrationDay 🌎🗳 If you live abroad, take a moment to make sure you’re registered to vote: bit.ly/49niTqL
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- PSA: Democracy runs year-round! Find out what your voting opportunities are in 2026 and mark your calendars: www.fec.gov/data/electio...
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- Reposted by Verified VotingHow has the election administration profession changed since 2020? Election officials have become household names, explains #FacesOfDemocracy member Karen Brinson Bell, the former head of elections in North Carolina. tinyurl.com/4zs2b5mz
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- Our Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs C.Jay Coles and Digital Communications Associate Sunčana Pavlic share why — after a challenging year — our resources matter more than ever as we begin 2026. Your gift powers our critical work this year: verifiedvoting.org/donate
- Reposted by Verified VotingOn the 5th anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, we are reminded of the consequences to our democracy when evidence and court rulings are ignored, false narratives run rampant, and legitimate election outcomes are attacked.
- ✨A New Year message from our President & CEO, Pam Smith: As we begin 2026, the strength of our elections depends on the guardrails we build now. Your support helps us maintain the capacity to bolster elections across the country. Kick off the new year with a donation: verifiedvoting.org/donate 🎁
- On The Great Battlefield podcast, President & CEO Pam Smith dives into her career, the work of Verified Voting, and what it takes to give voters justified confidence in our elections. 🎧 Listen to the new episode: bit.ly/3KW8zMJ
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- Our Jessica King & Sunčana Pavlic remind us that the people protecting our elections are your community members. Verified Voting is here for them every day, helping them verify results with confidence. Consider a donation to keep this work going: verifiedvoting.org/donate
- At yesterday’s Election Cybersecurity Summit, Verified Voting’s Mark Lindeman stressed just how essential post-election audits are to states’ election security. Grateful to @brennancenter.org and partners for hosting a discussion on best practices that keep our elections secure.
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- Did you know that Pennsylvania did a risk-limiting audit (RLA) of the 2025 municipal election—a check confirming machine counts were accurate? It was PA's 7th statewide RLA and another example of why paper ballots matter. Learn more from @padeptstate.bsky.social at: vote.pa.gov/audits
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- Verified Voting is proud to welcome Michelle Swenson to our Board of Directors! A long-time supporter of our mission to strengthen elections, she brings extensive experience in tech, finance, and nonprofit leadership. Learn more about Michelle: bit.ly/4osc1MX
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- When elections are accurate, verifiable, and trustworthy, everyone benefits. Hear from our Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs, C.Jay Coles, on why our work has always been nonpartisan. This #GivingTuesday, support evidence-based election protection: verifiedvoting.org/donate
- On #NationalNativeAmericanHeritageDay, check out our Q&A with @pimarecorder.bsky.social Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, who’s expanding voting access for rural and tribal communities in AZ: bit.ly/4pmdMvO As she told us: “Everything I do revolves around equity.”
- This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the election officials and poll workers who keep our elections secure, accessible, and trustworthy. Thank you for your dedication to our democracy, today and every day 🗳🍂 #Thanksgiving
- Heading home for the holiday? Queue up our president & CEO’s conversation on the #PractivistPod from @mswmedia.com before your fly, ride, or hit the road: bit.ly/4p3E2eg Show up to Thanksgiving dinner with the facts on election security heading into 2026.
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- Did you know amstatnews.bsky.social endorsed Risk-Limiting Audits (RLAs) as one of the most reliable ways to verify election results? Georgia’s successful RLA of the Public Service Commissioner District 2 contest this week is one of the latest examples of this proven method in action.
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- Our president & CEO, Pam Smith, was thrilled to join the show to explain that “the majority of people have that physical ballot they could check…that’s your way to safeguard your own vote, and it’s election officials’ way to demonstrate that the count was right.” Listen to learn more 🗳🎧
- Verified Voting’s Mark Lindeman to the @apnews.com: “Cuomo is only listed once because he was only nominated once, and he is low in the order because no recognized political party nominated him. Surely Elon Musk has people who could have looked this up for him.” bit.ly/4oLjzvn
- On #VeteransDay, we honor those who've served our nation and defended democracy. Thank you to incredible organizations like @chamberlainvets.bsky.social for helping veterans continue that service by strengthening civic participation and trust in elections.
- As federal election security support shrinks, Pam Smith warns smaller offices may be left “flying blind.” Still, she reminds us: “We ran elections before there was critical infrastructure support, and we'll have elections again, even without federal support.” @samsabin.bsky.social bit.ly/4hM06Ib
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- As polls close tonight, remember: accurate election results take time. Whether cast early, by mail, or in person today, every eligible ballot must be verified, counted, and reported accurately. Taking time to get it right builds trust in our elections 🙌 verifiedvoting.org/blog-electio...
- Before you cast your ballot today, take a moment to review it carefully. Whether you vote on paper or use a machine to mark your choices, a quick check helps ensure your vote is accurate, secure, and voter verified!
- It’s Election Day! Need help voting or finding your polling place? 📞 Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE 💻 Visit 866OurVote.org Trusted, nonpartisan resources help ensure every voter can cast a ballot, and have it counted as cast!
- Election heroes are everywhere, from state and territorial officials to local clerks, staff, and poll workers. These dedicated neighbors work to provide safe, secure, and accessible elections. We’re so grateful for you! #ThankYouElectionHeroes
- Election security starts long before Election Day. Tonya Wichman, an Ohio county elections director, told @brennancenter.org that she spends nearly a year testing machines, training poll workers, and securing every ballot. Read the full Q&A: www.brennancenter.org/our-work/res...
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- Attention Voters: Did you know that the final step to casting your vote is to #CheckYourBallot before submitting it, especially if you used a machine to mark your choices? Make sure it's #VoterVerified by taking a few moments to confirm your choices are marked as you intended ✔️
- Immigrants have always played a vital role in building and protecting our democracy. On #NationalImmigrantDay, we honor the immigrants who help our elections run smoothly and securely, from poll workers and hotline workers to election officials and translators 🧡
- Happy #VoteEarlyDay 🗳🎉 Voting early helps elections run smoothly and ensures every vote counts. Visit our friends @voteearlyday.bsky.social to find when & where you can cast your ballot TODAY!
- Questions about how or where to vote on November 4th? Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE or visit 866ourvote.org for accurate, nonpartisan information—because ✨your✨ vote helps strengthen trust in our elections 🗳
- Making a plan to vote helps elections run smoothly and helps you cast your ballot with confidence ✨ Check your state’s official site today to confirm when, where, and how your vote will be cast: www.usa.gov/state-electi...
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- 💡 Did you know that every state funds elections differently? From ballots to voting machines, who pays—and how much—depends on where you live! Explore the new @electioninnov.bsky.social report breaking it all down: electioninnovation.org/research/who...
- Last week, we teamed up with @allvotingislocal.bsky.social for “Safeguarding the Midterms,” a discussion on election safety, accessibility, and what we can all do to protect the vote. Watch our panelists explore ways we can defend democracy at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iudi... #elections
- Make your plan with trusted info. This #NationalVoterEducationWeek, check your state’s official site for when, where & how to vote — then explore The Verifier to learn what voting system is used in your area: verifiedvoting.org
- Did you know? 🔹 States set the rules 🔹 Nonpartisan officials run elections 🔹 Vote counts areoften audited 🔹 Results take time Understanding the process builds confidence in your vote #NationalVoterEducationWeek NationalVoterEducationWeek.org
- Election officials work year-round to provide accurate, reliable voting information. Trust your local officials and official websites to stay #VoteReady this #NationalVoterEducationWeek and visit NationalVoterEducationWeek.org to learn more.
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- ❌ Myth: The U.S. could hand-count all ballots on election night ✅ Fact: Our ballots are large & complex. Election night hand counts would impair election administrators. Tabulators + post-election audits = accurate & verifiable results. #ElectionSecurity verifiedvoting.org/publication/...
- This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the many contributions of the Latinx community to our democracy, including from organizations like NALEO (naleo.org), which tirelessly advocates for the civil and voting rights of Latinx communities across the nation. #HispanicHeritageMonth
- On the road again! C.Jay Coles, Verified Voting’s Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs, spent time in Kentucky connecting with state leaders. Thanks to the lawmakers we met with for engaging in discussions about ways to continue strengthening election systems for voters in the Bluegrass State 🗳🐎
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- Moved since last Election Day? 🚚 Whether it’s across town or across the country, make sure your voter registration is updated with your new address!🗳️ Update today and get #VoteReady for #NationalVoterRegistrationDay: bit.ly/2025nvrdreg
- State and local officials are the stewards of our democracy. They safeguard our systems and keep elections strong. On this #InternationalDayofDemocracy, hear our President & CEO Pam Smith read from her recent @democracydocket.com op-ed. Full piece here: www.democracydocket.com/opinion/elec...
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- Every voice matters, and every vote counts! Wondering about accessible voting resources in your area? Reach out to your election officials, and use the link below to find an accessible voting guide for your state: www.aapd.com/voter-info/ #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek @aapd.com
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- In 2024, over 40 million eligible voters had disabilities, which is 1 in 6 of the electorate. Voters with disabilities are part of every community. Every vote matters. This #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, learn how to support equal access: aapd.com/disability-voting-rights-week @aapd.com
- States set the rules and run elections—and that’s a good thing. In @wired.com, Verified Voting’s president & CEO Pam Smith explains that “the ability to run elections at the local level is a positive thing.” Learn why: www.wired.com/story/trump-... #Elections
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- 🚨Election security isn’t about politics — it’s about protecting democracy. In @democracydocket.com, Verified Voting's president & CEO, Pam Smith, explains why state & local officials must guard voting systems from all unauthorized access — which includes federal overreach.
