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WTV to Host Flag Day Convening
Field Notes: Vet the Vote New Hampshire
Native Americans: Serving with Distinction
Our Veterans Day Message
Is the US a democracy? Yes, but It’s more complicated than you thought.
Covering Down for Those Who Serve: Resources for Government Workers and Military Service Members During a Government Shutdown
Field Notes: A Look Inside Maricopa County's Election Innovations, An Exclusive Event for Veterans and Military Families
Join VTV in New Hampshire on 10/7
Nurturing Patriotic Civic Engagement: Five Ways Parents Can Teach Civics to their Children
You Fought for Democracy Overseas. You Have a Duty to Do It Again at Home.
Poll Workers vs. Watchers: What’s the difference?
We often get questions about the difference between election poll workers and “poll watchers,” and we’re quick to point out that we empower veterans and their family members as “poll workers.” There is a significant difference between the two, and we would like to shed some light on these important distinctions.
Survey Results: How We Celebrate Memorial Day
A review of our 2023 Memorial Day survey
How WtV Honors Memorial Day Might Surprise You
Press Update: Veterans less likely to support extremism, new RAND study shows
"I think when people put their hand in the air and swear to support and defend the constitution, that oath doesn't end when we leave the Department of Defense,” said our board member, Joe Plenzler, to NPR.
Do veterans need a REAL ID to vote?
Do veterans need a REAL ID to vote? Learn more about REAL IDs and what’s required to vote in your state
Service Doesn’t Stop Here
The strength of a nation can be measured by the participation of its citizens
Few Americans do more for our country than military veterans and their families.
Looking left and right
In the military, we didn’t just fight for our country. We fought for our buddies to our left and to our right. We do the same at home, regardless of who they vote for.
Stepping up and serving again
“Poll working has always been a positive experience for me.” - Two vets share their stories from Wisconsin
Thanks to our partners at Veterans for Political Innovation, we recently had a chance to speak with two poll workers from Wisconsin. Mark is a veteran of both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy, and Brian served in the U.S. Air Force. They volunteered as poll workers during the 2023 midterm elections. Here are some highlights from our conversation.
Why all eyes are on Wisconsin
Let’s talk about what is on the ballot in Wisconsin this Spring, and why it’s so important - and why you should sign up to serve as a poll worker in the primaries! We also highlight our partner, Veterans for Political Innovation, and the work they’re doing in WI and across the US.