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Frances Edwards, 96, doesn't take voting for granted - Nashville Banner

When early voting begins in Nashville on Oct. 14, Frances Edwards plans to be one of the first in line. “My mother was one of the first women to vote, and so there wasn’t any way in God’s green earth I wasn’t going to vote every time they opened the doors,” she said. - @nashvillebanner.bsky.social

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A 96-year-old resident at a Green Hills senior living facility makes voting a priority, pushes for increased registration and participation from others.

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Join us Oct. 16th for a screening of Citizens Revival at the Illusions Lounge Cabaret Theatre, 1418 4th St, in Santa Monica, CA at 7 pm. The film is an impartial exploration of civic participation during the 2024 election season. Get your tickets here: app.entertainmentoxygen.com/festivals/aw...

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

It's Day Five of National Voter Education Week! This is the day to Share Your Plans. By providing voting information, you empower your friends and loved ones to make their voices heard at the ballot box. Ask them if they are registered and if they have a plan to #vote. www.vote411.org

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

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On Day Four of National Voter Education Week, let's Better Understand the Voting Process! Each state has different laws and rules about voting. Does your state have early voting? Election Day voter registration? Learn more about the voting rules in your state here: www.vote411.org/voting-rules

Voting Rules by State

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Best Archivist in Nashville in 2026: Ricky Rogers

Proclaiming Ricky Rogers as Nashville's Best Archivist is a great selection by the @nashvillescene.com! Some of us remember Ricky documenting everything in his sights back when Richard Fulton held off an upstart Dan Power in his '79 campaign for Mayor of Nashville.

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Ricky Rogers is the Nashville Scene’s 2026 Writers’ Choice for Best Archivist in Nashville for his work to restore and curate local history records.

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Banned Books Week @bannedbooksweek.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

"Every one of us deserves the right to explore ideas, to question them, and to decide which stories shape who we become." We are humbled by the wisdom of #BannedBooksWeek Youth Honorary Chair Azeemah Sadiq! #LetBooksBe ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/9672...

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

On Day Three of National Voter Education Week, let's Make a Voting Plan! Find out where you can vote in person, see what's on the ballot, and what you need to bring with you on Election Day by entering your address here: www.vote411.org

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

Feel Good Action @feelgoodaction.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

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DAY 3 of National Voter Education Week: EARLY VOTING! 🗳️ Early voting has already started in parts of the country, and more states begin throughout October. Find your state. Know your dates. Make your plan. ✅ Get vote ready: FeelGoodAction.org

Blue Feel Good Action graphic titled “Early Voting Starts…” featuring a color-coded map of the United States showing early voting start dates by state for the November 3rd election. Colors group states by start date: September 18th–24th, October 4th–7th, October 13th–20th, and October 21st–29th. Gray states have no statewide start date because there is no early voting or dates vary locally. Alaska is marked because its start date varies by location. A reminder says dates can change and voters should confirm details with their state election office.

Light green Feel Good Action graphic titled “Early Voting Starts…” featuring a two-column list of U.S. states and their early voting start dates for the November 3rd election. States without a statewide early voting start date are marked N/A, meaning there is no early voting or dates vary locally. Alaska is marked with an asterisk because its start date varies by location.

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Banned Books Week @bannedbooksweek.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

It's finally here! Are you ready to join us in kicking off #BannedBooksWeek?! This year's event is too big for just one piece of art, so we have THREE! #LetBooksBe bannedbooksweek.org

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

Feel Good Action @feelgoodaction.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

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DAY 2 of National Voter Education Week: KNOW YOUR BALLOT! 🗳️ Before November 3rd, take some time to explore who and what you’ll be voting on! Our friends at ActiVote can help you learn more about your ballot and your choices. Explore yours now: FeelGoodAction.org/howtovote

Light blue Feel Good Action graphic for National Voter Education Week titled “Know Your Ballot.” An illustration of a person with a question mark over their face appears over images of a ballot. Text encourages voters to see which candidates are on their ballot, learn where they stand on issues, review ballot measures, and know what they’ll be voting on before they go. The graphic notes that ActiVote is a nonpartisan voter information tool that can help.

Frances Edwards, 96, doesn't take voting for granted - Nashville Banner

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A 96-year-old resident at a Green Hills senior living facility makes voting a priority, pushes for increased registration and participation from others.

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Feel Good Action @feelgoodaction.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

National Voter Education Week is HERE! 🗳️ All week long, we’re sharing actions YOU can take to get ready for November 3rd! First up: REGISTER TO VOTE. ✅ Find your state. Know your deadline. Check your registration. Follow along all week for more ways to get vote ready! FeelGoodAction.org/verify

Orange Feel Good Action graphic asking, “Do you know your voter registration deadline?” A colorful calendar, clock, pencil, and reminder icons appear in the center. Text explains that voter registration deadlines are happening throughout October and vary depending on where you live. The graphic urges voters not to wait for their deadline and to check their registration at FeelGoodAction.org.

Orange Feel Good Action graphic titled “Online Voter Registration Deadlines by State.” A two-column list shows each state and Washington, D.C.’s online voter registration deadline. States that do not offer online voter registration are marked with an asterisk and listed as N/A, with a note to register in person or by mail. North Dakota is marked separately because voter registration is not required.

Orange Feel Good Action graphic with a large illustrated checkmark. Text reads, “Find your state. Know your deadline. Get registered.” A reminder notes that deadlines can change and voters should confirm details with their state election office. The graphic directs voters to FeelGoodAction.org.

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Day Two of National Voter Education Week: Now that you're registered, get to know your ballot! Research your ballot info, research candidates, understand ballot measures, and get ready to vote in the midterm elections.

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

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:: Tennessee Election Division ::

There's still time to Register to Vote, Tennessee. Here's the link: ovr.govote.tn.gov

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National Voter Registration Day @natlvoterregday.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

National Voter Registration Day is PROUDLY celebrating #NationalVoterEducationWeek 🎉 🗳️ 📚 🗓️ Oct. 5-9! All week we're helping our community get #VoteReady, starting today with voter registration. Check your status at NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/register

Happy National Voter Education Week! Join the movement to strengthen your community and country🗽 * Monday, Oct 5: Register to Vote * Tuesday, Oct 6: Get to Know Your Ballot * Wednesday, Oct 7: Make a Voting Plan * Thursday, Oct 8: Understand the Process * Friday, Oct 9: Share your Plans!

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oakidoaki.bsky.social @oakidoaki.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

YES, YES, YES! Let's get 'er' done!

Where do you stand on the issues? Would you like to elect people who agree with you? Then #RegisterToVote 🗳️ Your Vote is Your Power💫

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Happy National Voter Education Week!! Together, let's encourage citizens to find their polling location, understand their ballot and make a plan to vote. Become an Ambassador of Voting in your community for every election! nationalvotereducationweek.org/event/nation...

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Defending the freedom to read takes more than opposing book bans. It takes library champions on school boards, library boards, city councils, and county commissions. This Banned Books Week, consider running for office. ReadLeadRun.org

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Davidson County Election Commission @davidsonvotes.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This. Is. It. Tennessee! Today is the last day to Register to Vote, if you want to vote in the Midterm Elections. No more Excuses. It's Now or Never. Voting is your Civic Duty. Here's the link: ovr.govote.tn.gov

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Monday is the deadline to register to vote in the November 3 election. Please take a few minutes to register or update your address here: ovr.govote.tn.gov #RegisterToVote #BeAVoter #VOTE

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The Future of Free Speech @futurefreespeech.org · 30/09/2026

Wikipedia changed how the world shares knowledge. Now governments around the world are passing regulations that threaten that open exchange. Founder Jimmy Wales opens the 2026 Global Free Speech Summit this Friday in conversation with @mmasnick.bsky.social.

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Only three days left to Register to Vote in Tennessee, if you want to cast a ballot during the midterm elections. Here's the link to Register now: ovr.govote.tn.gov

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The Future of Free Speech @futurefreespeech.org · 01/10/2026

250 years in, is America’s free speech tradition stronger than ever... or more fragile than we think? Prof Eugene Volokh and Prof @maryannefranks.bsky.social take on the state of free speech in America at the 2026 Global Free Speech Summit.

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The Future of Free Speech @futurefreespeech.org · 26/09/2026

Frederick Douglass was a staunch defender of wartime dissent, press freedom, and a culture of openness. In an ongoing series of essays, @mchangama.bsky.social dives into Douglass’ free speech philosophy and the lessons that are still applicable today.

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Feel Good Action @feelgoodaction.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

THE FIRST VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS HERE! 🚨 Today, October 2nd, is South Carolina’s in-person voter registration deadline. Most county registration offices close at 5 PM. 🗳️ More deadlines are coming throughout October. Don’t wait for yours! Get vote ready: FeelGoodAction.org

Feel Good Action graphic on a light blue background announcing, “The first voter registration deadline is here!” South Carolina is highlighted with text stating that the in-person voter registration deadline is today, October 2nd, and most county voter registration offices close at 5:00 PM. A hand holds a red, white, and blue “VOTE” button. A purple banner notes that more in-person and online voter registration deadlines are coming up across the country throughout October.

Feel Good Action graphic on a light blue background reading, “Don’t wait for your deadline.” A checklist encourages voters to check their registration now, make sure their information is current, and find their state’s registration deadline. A purple banner at the bottom reads, “Get vote ready: FeelGoodAction.org.”

BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Tennessee's Voter Registration deadline is this Monday, Oct. 5th. Don't sit this one out. Use this link to register now: ovr.govote.tn.gov

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BriteHeart @briteheart.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Charlie Hatcher and Chaz Molder both started running for Congress to dispatch Andy Ogles. Hatcher accomplished that feat in the GOP primary for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District. In September, polling showed Molder within single-digits of Hatcher. --- @nashvillebanner.bsky.social

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With Ogles ousted, Hatcher and Molder face off in 5th district - Nashville Banner

Charlie Hatcher and Chaz Molder face off in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District following redistricting and Andy Ogles' primary defeat.

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W.M. @minuteman04.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

November's election will come down to turnout in many places. Some advice" -Make sure you're still registered -Vote early, in person if possible -If you have an absentee ballot, put it in an official drop box. Do NOT trust US Postal Service -Get your friends and family to vote. Help them if needed

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The Future of Free Speech @futurefreespeech.org · 01/10/2026

Ready for tomorrow? Here's what to know ⬇️ ⏱️ Doors and breakfast at 8 AM. Arrive early — we're expecting a full house. 🪪 No printed ticket needed. Just bring a photo ID. 📲 Download the Cvent Events app for the schedule and live updates. See you there!