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In Colorado, a groundbreaking law has turned the tide for incarcerated voters, creating in-person polling places in jails! What does this mean for democracy and voter access? 
#VotingRights #ColoradoVotes
Tiffany Lee, La Plata County's clerk, was initially skeptical of this mandate.
But after witnessing the heartfelt gratitude of a young woman who voted from jail, her perspective changed.
“I had tears in my eyes,” she recalled.
This is what community feels like! 
#CommunityEngagement #Election2024
In the November election, 43 people voted from La Plata County jail—five times more than in previous elections.
Across Colorado, over 2,332 votes were cast from jail! A true testament to what access can achieve.
Colorado's Senate Bill 72 mandates polling places in all jails.
For years, local officials showed little interest in helping incarcerated citizens vote.
Now, systemic change is here! 
#CriminalJustice #VotingAccess
Senator Julie Gonzales, a key supporter of SB 72, understands the need for change.
“We shouldn’t have to wait” for compliance when lives are at stake! Let's keep pushing the envelope! 
#Politics #VoteForChange
Advocates nationwide are taking notice.
If Colorado can make this happen, why can't others? As Jesus Rodriguez said, voting is life-changing—even from jail.
“It would be one of my top five experiences.” Let's spread the word! 
#JailVoting #Advocacy
Check the full content here: https://reasonstobecheerful.world/colorado-jails-election-turnout-soared/.