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STATES MATTER — NOW MORE THAN EVER

Our work is year-round. It requires a thoughtful, sustained effort to become educated, identify priorities, and develop strong relationships with grassroots organizers and national organizations that are on the ground. In 2026 we will continue to work in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and New Hampshire. Learn more about Lean Left’s 2026 Strategy and how you can get involved.

Lean Left connects Vermont activists with meaningful ways to protect voters' rights, engage and educate voters, and get the vote out. We welcome individuals as well as groups. If you are a member of a group that would like more information about the importance of working in swing states, check out our States Matter proposal and schedule a Lean Left presentation for your group. More information can be found here.

What are the most effective actions? A Look at Lean Left Actions—Now through November 2026

Power Hour —
Where the work gets done!
Sundays 4:00-6:00 PM

“Camaraderie," is how one volunteer described what she found at the Lean Left Power Hour. We gather every Sunday to make calls, share our experiences, and find support during these tough times.

Come and see for yourself. We provide you with resource materials and training. You’ll learn about why we’re making these calls, how to use the dialing tool, best practices for handling the script, and more. The most important thing you’ll learn? You’re not alone! 

See below for current Power Hour actions.

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From Amelia G, Camel's Hump Indivisible:

I was writing postcards, but realized I had to do more. Although I never like to talk on the phone, I decided to try out Lean Left phone banks during Power Hour on Sundays. I've done calls for VA and PA for a total of 3 times now. Here are my tips for the reluctant phone banker:

  • Get into a rhythm and set a goal; it becomes easier and easier.

  • Don’t take hang-ups or “take me off your list” personally.

  • You are also helping by cleaning up the lists by removing wrong numbers, moved, deceased, and the “take me off your list” folks

  • Be patient and expect some great interactions. You’ll be motivated to do more

  • Lean Left offers all the support you need to get started and to stay in the game if you choose

A POWER HOUR ACTION

Recruit NH Poll Observers and Voter Assistance Hotline volunteers and help protect the vote.  The NH Voter Protection Team is starting early, and we’re going to help! Computer and cell phone required. Sundays 4-6 pm; full training provided; once trained you can make these calls on your own time. Sign up here.

Sign up to be a Poll Observer or to work the Voter Assistance Hotline. Email leanleftvt@gmail.com to express your interest and we’ll be in touch.

  • Poll Observers are the eyes and ears on Primary Day and Election Day, providing critical, real-time information to the campaign about any issues arising at polling locations across the state. All Poll Observers will receive a virtual training and a comprehensive training manual. You do not need to be a resident of NH to serve as a Poll Observer.

  • The statewide Voter Assistance Hotline ensures that every eligible New Hampshire voter has the proper information and opportunity to vote.  All Hotline volunteers will receive virtual training and a comprehensive Voter Protection Hotline manual.

A POWER HOUR ACTION

Protect the vote in NC: Recruit Voter Protection volunteers for the Fall Election.  Poll observers, hotline volunteers, and voter protection ambassadors are part of a Team of people who make sure that every eligible NC voter can cast a ballot. All you need is your computer. Sundays 4-6 pm starting July 12th; full training provided by Lean Left Vermont. Sign up here.

  • If you’re unable to make Sundays, you can join the NC Dems for their volunteer recruitment phone bank on Tues or Wed at 6 pm! Sign up here.

More Ways to take Action

Interested in staffing the NC Voter Assistance Hotline? Contact Dana for details at leanleftvt@gmail.com

Registration Repair phone bank with the NC Dems Voter Protection Team. Voters are being targeted with confusing and misleading messages about their registration status, and we're going to help them get ready to vote in November. Training provided by the NC Dems Voter Protection Team. All you need is your computer. 5-7 PM ET Wednesday July 15 and Aug 12. Sign up here.

Push back against the Callais decision with Reclaim Our Vote postcards. We are writing to registered Black voters in Mecklenburg County to encourage them to vote early and in person. You must use ROV postcards; you purchase the postcards, stamps, and labels. If you already have an account, you can sign into Sincere and request addresses. More information for ordering postcards and signing up with Sincere can be found in our Instructions & Guidelines.

Starting August 2, the Sunday Power Hour will include this action!
Stay tuned for the sign-up!

Join Lean Left, Red2Blue, and OnePA in calling Pennsylvania voters and encouraging them to apply for a mail-in ballot. Thursdays, 6-8 pm.  Vote By Mail could make the difference in what are going to be very close races. OnePA has the on-the-ground expertise and  puts a high priority on these calls, which are aimed at flippable districts. We have a list of over 450,000 likely Democratic voters to contact. You'll need a computer. We'll be calling with the very user-friendly Scale To Win platform. Every phone bank will begin with training, and tech help will be available throughout. SIGN UP HERE

Since 2024, Promote The Vote's Vote Navigator Team has been a vital part of the PA Election Protection Coalition. Vote Navigators handle escalated cases where one-to-one assistance is needed to get the voter across the finish line. This 3-part training, starting in September, will prepare you to become a Vote Navigator. More information available here.

Stay tuned . . .

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