By Fleming El-Amin
The right to vote was not given — it was won. Fannie Lou Hamer told America she was "sick and tired of being sick and tired." Congressman John Lewis called us to get into "good trouble." Medgar Evers, Dr. King, Malcolm X, and countless others gave their lives so that every American could stand in a voting booth with dignity.
Voting early is the least that we can do to honor their sacrifices.
Take Five
ACGG was established in 1997 in Charlotte, North Carolina by Imam W. Deen Mohammed as an independent, nonpartisan grassroots entity. In that spirit, we ask every member to Take 5: identify five people in your circle — family, neighbors, coworkers — and make sure each one is registered and has a plan to vote.
Beyond Election Day
But the work does not end when the polls close. Engagement must continue beyond the election cycle:
- Hold elected officials accountable for their promises
- Participate in policy development that reflects our community's values
- Show up at city council meetings, school boards, and community forums
An election is a beginning, not an ending. Vote early — and stay engaged.
Adapted from the original article on the ACGG website. Edit this post in the admin to publish the full original text.