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Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987. Women’s History Month 2023 will take place from Wednesday, March 1 - Friday, March 31, 2023. 

National Women’s History Month, has announced the women’s history theme for 2023, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.”

These women are just a few examples of the many trailblazers who have inspired change and broken barriers in their respective fields. Their leadership and accomplishments serve as inspiration for women around the world, demonstrating that anything is possible with hard work, determination, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

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Cites & Towns

Twelve municipalities in Wake County:

Other municipalities with jurisdictions extending into Wake County:

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WAKE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Responsibilities of the Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is responsible for conducting all elections held in Wake County. The Board administers, locally, State election laws. Principal functions include establishing election precincts and voting sites; appointing and training precinct officials; preparing and distributing ballots and voting equipment; canvassing and certifying the ballots cast in elections; and investigating any voting irregularities. It maintains voter registration, voting records, and provides public information on voters and elections. 

https://www.wakegov.com/Board-elections

NORTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

The House of Representatives consists of 120 members who serve a term of two years. The presiding officer is the Speaker of the House who is elected by the members for a two-year term. The Speaker's duties include maintaining order in the House and appointing members to committees.

https://www.ncleg.gov/House

NORTH CAROLINA SENATE

The Senate consists of 50 members who serve a term of two years. The Lieutenant Governor is President of the Senate and presides over the daily session. The Lieutenant Governor is elected by the citizens of North Carolina for a four-year term and has no vote in the Senate except to break a tie. The Senate elects officers from their membership including the President Pro Tempore.

https://www.ncleg.gov/senate

 UNITED STATES CONGRESS

The duties carried out by a Member of Congress are understood to include representation, legislation, and constituent service and education, as well as political and electoral activities.

https://www.congress.gov/

UNITED STATES SENATE

The Senate has the sole power to confirm those of the President's appointments that require consent, and to provide advice and consent to ratify treaties. Senators are empowered to conduct impeachment proceedings of high federal officials, are tasked with exercising the power of advice .

https://www.senate.gov/

Restoring Faith in Elections One Doubter at a Time

ELISE KLINE 07/30/22

 

Citizen-Supported Journalism — According to a 2022 survey from the Brennan Center for Justice, 1 in 6 local election officials have received threats and more than half of these cases were not reported to law enforcement………. Learn The Who-What- Why In Elections (Read more)

https://whowhatwhy.org/politics/elections/restoring-faith-in-elections-one-doubter-at-a-time/

                                DWWC MESSAGE 
VOTE AND INSPIRE OTHERS TO VOTE DEMOCRATIC
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