Voting Rights

Too many people in Wisconsin – and across the nation – face barriers to voting due to discriminatory laws and policies that fail to serve all communities. Our current system is broken – often benefitting the powerful and wealthy, while the rest of us are left behind. Those most affected include people of color, low-income residents, people with disabilities, the elderly, young voters, formerly incarcerated individuals, and people whose first language is not English.

Every person, regardless of background, identity, or ability, should be able to cast a ballot and have a meaningful voice in our democracy.

Wisconsin needs policies and public investments that establish checks and balances on power, and ensure everyday people can have a say in how our government is run. Restrictive voting laws must be updated to reflect the will of voters – not the interests of a powerful few.

We are working to advance transformative voting rights legislation that would establish an affirmative right to vote, implement automatic voter registration, and expand access for voters in every community. We are also working to elect candidates who are pro-voter champions, and committed to making sure their constituents have fair and equal access to the ballot. The people hold the power when we vote.

Our vision is a Wisconsin where every eligible voter can participate freely and fairly in our democracy. That future depends on people like you. Together, we can build a democracy that truly reflects the people it serves.

Here are three easy ways you can take action:

1. Become a member and give monthly to support our team as they work with a coalition of partners to build out a proposal for future voting rights legislation. 
2. Volunteer to help our organizing team advocate for state-level policies that advance voting rights by writing postcards, knocking on doors, making calls, and more. When you fill out this form, a member of our organizing team will reach out to you.
3. Meet with your representatives to tell them about your priorities and ensure they support pro-voter initiatives. You can always contact our team with questions at info@conservationvoters.org.