Let's honor the legacy of this historic day by continuing to ensure every eligible Californian can make their voice heard at the ballot box. 🗳️.

On this day in 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his historic "I Have a Dream" speech, fueling progress toward the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Baby just say “yes” to registering to vote. 💍. Visit

On National Women's Equality Day, we commemorate the certification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, securing women the constitutional right to vote. 🗳️. Today and always, we honor the trailblazers who paved the way for equality as we ensure every woman's voice is heard and valued.

As we get ready for High School Voter Education Weeks this September, we encourage you to call on your schools, educators, and school districts to participate and help us promote civic engagement on campus. Stay tuned for more information. 👀. Learn more:

Did you know that California designates the last two weeks of September and April as High School Voter Education Weeks? 🤔🗳️

Reserve your free ticket now honoring the Golden State's milestone birthday:

California is turning 175! 🎂 To commemorate this moment, the California Museum is hosting a FREE event on Saturday, September 6 featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and a rare opportunity to see the original 1849 CA Constitution, courtesy of the State Archives! 📖

Listen to This is Promote the Vote California, The Podcast — starting this September. 🎙️. 🔗Learn more: #PromoteTheVoteCA.

Season 2 is going there. Voter misinformation. How to know what’s real. Stories from everyday Californians. This isn’t just talk. It’s about power, community, and how we show up.

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More than 80 percent of voters used mail-in ballots for the 2024 election in California alone. President Trump's call to end mail-in-voting and overhaul voting machines is a direct threat to our democracy. Know the facts.

While the fight for voting rights continued long after, and still continues today, we honor the courage and persistence of the suffragists as we work to ensure every eligible Californian can make their voice heard.

On this day in 1920, the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, guaranteeing women the right to vote. 🗳️

Are you interested in voting accessibility for voters with disabilities and want to get involved? Join the Secretary of State Staff and the Voter Accessibility and Advisory Committee meeting via Zoom on August 20! . Learn more:

The discussion will be followed by a a special exhibit curated by the California State Archives. 🗳️. Don't miss this opportunity to honor and reflect upon this landmark legislation. RSVP today:

Join California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., and special guests on Monday, August 25, for a panel discussion commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act! 🗳️

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