Why is the disability vote so important?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are more than 130,621 adults with disabilities in the state of Montana. However, only around 34,600 adults with disabilities who are of voting age actually voted during the 2000 Presidential Elections. That’s only a 26% voter turnout rate among Montanans with disabilities. Already in Western Montana, we are hearing that people with disabilities are concerned with a wide range of issues that will be of significant importance this election and legislative season including healthcare and employment issues among others. The opportunity is yours to go out and make a difference. So use your right to vote and let lawmakers know that the disability vote counts! 2001 Newsletter Archive | 2002 Newsletter Archive | 2003 Newsletter Archive Return to top of page.
