Empowering Communities Through Co-ops Vote
Electric cooperatives, like Pioneer, are rooted in the values of local engagement and member participation. The Co-ops Vote program, a nonpartisan initiative launched by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), continues that tradition by encouraging civic involvement and promoting awareness about the importance of voting.
What is Co-ops Vote?
Co-ops Vote is a grassroots campaign aimed at fostering civic engagement in rural and cooperative-served communities. The initiative helps cooperative members, employees, and boards understand how their participation in elections can directly impact the policies and decisions that affect your communities, especially in areas like infrastructure, energy, and rural development.
Why It Matters
Voting is a fundamental part of democracy, and decisions made at the local, state, and federal levels affect rural America. By engaging in the democratic process, co-op members help ensure that elected leaders understand and support the unique needs of rural areas.
Co-ops Vote reminds members that their voices matter and that active participation in the electoral process strengthens both their cooperative and their community.
How to Get Involved
Co-op members and supporters can participate in Co-ops Vote by:
- Visiting vote.coop to find information on registration deadlines, polling locations, and upcoming elections.
- Sharing the importance of voting with friends, family, and neighbors.
A Nonpartisan Effort
Importantly, Co-ops Vote is nonpartisan. It does not endorse candidates or political parties. Instead, it focuses on education and engagement, giving individuals the tools they need to make informed choices.
By fostering civic engagement, the program helps ensure that rural voices are heard and represented in the halls of government.
For more information, visit vote.coop and take the first step toward making a difference—one vote at a time.
