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Insights / October 27, 2020

We’re 100% In for Democracy

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By Casey Helbling

As a company, we know that democracy works best when everyone can participate, and that elections should be fair and transparent. In the 2020 election, we have already seen historic numbers of people turning out to vote, while Trump and Republicans engage in voter suppression and attempts to discredit the election results.

That’s why Software for Good has joined Civic Alliance, a nonpartisan coalition of more than 800 businesses working to strengthen our democracy by encouraging civic participation. As our country carries out this historic election, I have pledged that Software for Good is 100% in for democracy alongside other Civic Alliance and benefit corporation CEOs. We call for safe access to the polls for all voters. We recognize election officials as the trusted source for certified results, and we encourage patience as officials count every vote.

This message from Civic Alliance and participating companies is being shared across media today, including in an ad in USA Today and a billboard in Times Square. You can see the ad here:

Image of ad in USA Today with logos and names of 500 companies and their CEOs. Headline says We're 100% in for democracy. Each of our companies is unique. Yet, we are united by these nonpartisan values: Every American has a voice in our democracy. Voting should be safe and accessible to all. Elections should be fair and transparent. We, the undersigned: Call for safe access to the polls for all voters. Recognize state and local election officials as the trusted source for certified results. Encourage patience as officials count every vote. America’s democracy is strong. Our strength lies in our people – each with the power to shape our country’s future. We celebrate the record number of Americans who are voting in this election. We thank poll workers, the essential workers for our democracy. And, we reaffirm that election outcomes are determined by the will of voters. As our country carries out this historic election in the midst of a pandemic, we are confident that America will meet this moment and continue to serve as a beacon of freedom for the world. Join us, and the hundreds of other business leaders who are 100% In. civicalliance.com/100 #fordemocracy

Voting is just one way to advance social change and improve our communities, but it’s a powerful one. If you haven’t already voted, make sure you know where to vote and what’s on your ballot. And if your ballot is in, do what you can in these last few days to help others vote, and get ready to advocate for all votes to be counted once the polls close. Let’s keep strengthening our democracy now and after Election Day.