Urban League Hosts Drive-Thru Voter Registration, Census

The Urban League of Great Madison (Madison, WI) held its fifth annual Unity Picnic Saturday afternoon, turning it into a drive-thru because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Attendees could register to vote, get questions about absentee voting answered and fill out the 2020 census all from the comfort of their cars. Attendees could also pick up a plate of barbecue on their way through.

For organizers, these annual events help encourage civic participation in communities of color.

“This election is more important than ever. We see what’s happening in our country, we need elected officials that will listen to us during these times and create policies that are beneficial to us and all the citizens of this great country,” said President and CEO of the Urban League Ruben Anthony.

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