Democracy in Overtime
Post-election is underway! We’re on the frontlines making sure every lawful ballot is fairly counted. Stay updated with our 2020 Post-Election War Room!
Post-Election Explained: Key Terms
As we enter this post-election period, you may hear certain terms being referenced that relate to the processing and counting of ballots.
Nevada
Clark County Vote Count Halt
Stokke v. Cegavske
Lawsuit backed by the Trump Campaign addressing signature matching technology and right to observe.
Pennsylvania
Montgomery County Board of Elections Vote Count
In re: Canvass of Absentee and Mail-in Ballots of November 3, 2020 General Election
Lawsuit brought by the Trump Campaign, the Republican National Committee and others seeking to stop the Montgomery County Board of Elections from counting mail-in ballots.
We Are Not Done Yet
More than 50 years ago, the Supreme Court affirmed that eligible citizens have a constitutional right to vote and “to have their votes counted.” Now more than ever, we must stand up to protect voting rights and ensure every vote is counted.
Make it Count! Track Your Ballot.
More people are voting by mail in this election than ever before. To help give voters peace of mind, 45 states and the District of Columbia allow you to track the progress of your ballot.
Lawyers: We Need Your Help Now
We need your help now. The right to vote—and to have it count—are being challenged like never before.
Help Protect the Vote this November!
We are working with Democratic campaigns to ensure every lawful ballot is fairly counted. Add your name to volunteer.
Make a Mistake? Know About the “Cure” Process.
While signature matching laws and other forms of discarding eligible ballots need to be reformed, many states provide a way for voters to correct their ballot and still have it count. This is called the cure process.
