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While the VRA was a leap forward for voting rights, the struggle against discrimination is far from over. Join our Every Vote Counts campaign efforts to expand and protect democracy in Delaware.

Since January, we’ve been working hard on issues like immigrants' rights, probation reform, and gender justice. Here’s a quick snapshot of what we accomplished, what is left to be done, and ways you can stay involved.

CLASI has released a new report with findings from its most comprehensive polling place accessibility assessment to date, which surveyed over 90% of Delaware’s polling places.

We hosted a four-part weeks of action series to activate Delawareans to speak out, show up, and take action to protect our civil rights and liberties. See highlights, resources, event recordings, and ways to continue to take action here.

"Not being able to support my family in their time of need felt like being punished despite following the rules." Smart Justice Ambassador, Kenjuan “KJ” Congo Jr. shares her story about life on probation.

"Reflecting back on my probationary period, it felt like an endless process." During our Week of Action for Probation Reform, Smart Justice Ambassador, Denise Dudley, shares her story about life on probation.

This op-ed was originally published in Delaware Online on May 14, 2025.

Delaware's school board elections are Tuesday, May 13. Polls are open from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

To every person who took action, we say thank you.