President Trump signed a sweeping executive order claiming authority over elections the Constitution clearly grants to Congress and states.

A group of electors called the Electoral College makes the final choice for U.S. president and vice president.

Use your vote to protect peace. Peaceful societies are characterized by optimism, economic development, cooperation, stability, hopefulness.

Does faith have a role to play in politics? In a democracy, it does. Religious freedom is a cornerstone of our democracy.

A principled voter asks: Does this candidate value freedom? We enjoy civil liberties and political rights and must uphold those freedoms.

A principled voter asks: Does this candidate value equality? Democracy puts equality into practice.

A principled voter asks: Does this candidate preserve democracy? In democratic systems, power and authority flow from the people.

A principled voter asks: Does this candidate promote unity or division? Democracies rely on cooperation and shared vision to function.

A principled voter asks: Is this candidate prepared? They vote to “hire” candidates who are prepared and serious about public service.

A principled voter asks: Is this candidate empathetic? They vote to support leaders who seek to understand those they represent.

A principled voter knows that democracies run on trust — and trust flows from honest communication and behavior.

Does the character of a candidate matter? In a democracy, it does. Our votes are an expression of hope in what our nation can become. 

Your vote says something about what you value, and it should be as personal and multifaceted as you are.

The MWEG Idaho chapter joins Idahoans for Open Primaries in supporting representative government through free and open elections.

Yesterday, in a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court protected the system of checks and balances that is foundational to our democracy.