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HOST A HOUSE PARTY FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION THIS NOVEMBER 7TH
What is an Election House Party?
An Election House Party means inviting friends, neighbors, or colleagues to discuss information on candidates or ballot measures prior to voting. House Parties don't need to cost the host more than a bag of chips to pass around, gatherings can be of any size, and they are a fun way to prepare to vote!Election House Parties provide an opportunity for people to seek an honest and accurate understanding of what they will be voting on. Discussing what you've heard and read with others is often a great way to gain a fuller picture of the issues. Particularly in the case of ballot measures that are complex, poorly drafted, or even intentionally misleading, it is critical for people to know what they are being asked before arriving at the polls or completing an absentee ballot.
You can do a great service for your friends and family, neighbors or colleagues by creating an opportunity for them to understand the issues on which they will be asked to vote. Voters generally intend to study the issues, but digging through the details is time consuming and arduous. Sharing this process with friends can be more efficient and far more enjoyable.
What Impact Do Election House Parties Really Have?
An Election House Party can have a far greater impact on how someone votes than all of the political campaign commercials and flyers he or she sees combined... Why? Because people really do trust their friends more than paid campaign consultants. Hosting a House Party is a low-cost way to have a real impact - and the more people you reach, the greater your impact will be. (The California Voter Foundation conducted comprehensive research on civic engagement in 2004, and the significant impact of family and friends on voter behavior was a key finding. The complete report is available at their website.)Continuing A Club Tradition!
The Commonwealth Club has a long, proud history of involvement in good governance issues - it was founded by community leaders at the turn of the century to promote good government and remains deeply committed to promoting effective California governance. Civic discussion of these issues is central to the Club's activities generally and we want to encourage individual members to carry on the tradition!This project is a special collaboration between Voices of Reform and The California Voter Foundation.
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