North Dakota’s Enthusiasm For Voter Outreach Reflected in New League of Women Voters Chapters

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(By Mike Moen. Prairie News Service ) – Leading up to this year’s midterm elections, voters on the opposite ends of North Dakota might have new opportunities to learn about candidates and voting protocols that affect them. And one organization says it’s seeing renewed spirit to reach these populations.

The nonpartisan League of Women Voters North Dakota says a new chapter is close to being finalized in Williston. And in the greater Grand Forks area, a chapter that formed last year is making inroads with voters in northeastern counties.

Its president Miranda Nechepurenko said voter turnout in Grand Forks has been on the lower side, and they want to ensure people don’t feel shut out by democracy.

“We’re just trying to really ignite our community members,” said Nechepurenko, “and let everyone realize that they have a role.”