Tri-Cities Vote provides a nonpartisan, community-driven resource to help Benton and Franklin County voters learn more about the candidates appearing on their ballots. The site brings together multiple data points, including candidate questionnaires, interviews, campaign donors, endorsements, issue comparisons, and additional candidate information. Responses to the Indivisible Tri-Cities CD-4 community questions are included as one of those valuable data points, giving voters

This weekend, our very own Pamela Gaudet was interviewed on the Spanish-language podcast Nuestro Pueblo en la Comunidad! Pamela shared information about Indivisible Tri-Cities, the importance of civic engagement, and helpful voting resources for our community. We are grateful to Nuestro Pueblo en la Comunidad for helping make this important information accessible to Spanish-speaking listeners.

This week, we are reviewing Sections 4 and 5 of the Fourteenth Amendment. What it says: Section 4 says the public debt of the United States must be honored. It also says the country would not pay debts connected to rebellion, insurrection, or claims related to the end of slavery. Section 5 gives Congress the power to pass laws that enforce the Fourteenth Amendment. Why it matters: These sections helped the country move forward after the Civil War. They made clear that the Uni

⏰ ONE WEEK LEFT, TRI-CITIES! Have you sent in your ballot yet? 🗳️ The primary is August 4th, which means the clock is ticking — and your ballot drop box is waiting (it gets lonely, the Tumbleweed tells us). If you haven't joined the fun yet, there's still time. Comment on our Facebook post with a photo of your ballot envelope and show the Tri-Cities you're voting: 1️⃣ Photo of your sealed ballot envelope 2️⃣ Sticky note over your name and address 3️⃣ Comment below — tell us

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. This week, we are looking at Section 3 of Amendment 14. What it means: Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment says that a person who has taken an oath to support the Constitution may be barred from holding certain public offices if they later engage in insurrection or rebellion against the United States, or give aid or comfort to its enemies. It also allows Congress

This summer, the Indivisible Tri-Cities Elections Team asked Tri-Cities residents to submit the questions they wanted congressional candidates to answer. From those submissions, we selected six community questions and sent the same questions to all 11 candidates running for Washington’s 4th Congressional District seat. Seven candidates responded! Every response has been published exactly as received, without editing, so voters can hear directly from the candidates in their o

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. This week, we are looking at Section 2 of Amendment 14. What it means: Section 2 of the Fourteenth Amendment addresses how representation in Congress is counted among the states. It also says that if a state denies or limits voting rights for eligible citizens, that state’s representation in Congress can be reduced. 🗳️⚖️ Why it matters: This section connects votin

🍲💙 What a great afternoon of community, food, learning, and action! Our June 13 Indivisible Tri-Cities Working Meeting brought people together for a potluck, meaningful conversation, and an inspiring presentation from Emily Parzybok, Electoral Program Manager with the ACLU of Washington. Emily shared important insight on voting rights, Washington’s election history, and the work needed to protect free and fair elections. Our Elections Teams also led activities for members t

The U.S. Postal Service has proposed new requirements for ballot mail used in federal general, special, and runoff elections. Under the proposal, election officials would be required to submit information through a new USPS portal for voters receiving mail ballots. This would include each voter’s name and address, along with unique barcodes for the outbound and return ballot envelopes. USPS would review outbound ballot mail before accepting it. Mailings that do not meet the p

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. This week, we are looking at Section 1 of Amendment 14. What it means: Section 1 of the Fourteenth Amendment affirms citizenship for people born or naturalized in the United States. It also requires states to provide due process of law and equal protection under the law. ⚖️🛡️ Why it matters: This section is a cornerstone of civil rights in the United States. It he

With Rep. Dan Newhouse not seeking reelection, several candidates are running for this open seat. Indivisible Tri-Cities is interviewing the candidates, and we want to hear from you. Submit a question for consideration using this form.

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. This week, we are looking at Amendment 13. What it means: The Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States, except as punishment for a crime after conviction. It also gives Congress the power to enforce this protection through law. ⚖️📜 Why it matters: This amendment represents one of the most important steps toward freedo

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. This week, we are looking at Amendment 10. What it means:The Tenth Amendment says that powers not given to the federal government by the Constitution, and not prohibited to the states, are reserved for the states or the people. It helps define the balance of power between the federal government, state governments, and the people. 📜⚖️ Why it matters:This amendment

🍲💙 What a wonderful afternoon of community, connection, and shared purpose! 💙🍲 ​ Around 43 community members gathered at the Kennewick Library Pavilion for our Indivisible Tri-Cities Potluck Gathering, where great conversation, delicious food, and meaningful fellowship were shared by all. ✨ ​ A heartfelt thank you to Dani Smart of Smart Ruminations on Substack for joining us as our special guest speaker. Dani gave an informal, inspiring, and educational talk about today’s

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. ​ This week, we are looking at Amendment 9. What it means: The Ninth Amendment reminds us that the rights listed in the Constitution are not the only rights people have. Just because a right is not specifically named does not mean it does not exist. 📜🛡️ ​ Why it matters: This amendment helps protect the idea that people have broader rights and freedoms beyond the

Each week, we will highlight one constitutional amendment and explain what it means in clear, everyday language. ​ This week, we are looking at Amendment 8. What it means: The Eighth Amendment protects people from excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel or unusual punishment. It helps ensure that punishments are fair and not extreme. ⚖️🛡️ ​ Why it matters: This amendment helps protect human dignity and limits the government’s power when it comes to punishment and treatmen