US Faith Groups Urge Christian Voter Turnout

As the Nov. 3 elections approach, Christian leaders and organizations are urging believers to participate, arguing that public decisions on schools, safety, health care, families and voting rights affect everyday life. Concerned Women for America is touring nine states to encourage Christian voter registration and turnout, emphasizing the stakes of close races and ballot measures. Catholic bishops describe voting as both a right and a responsibility, call for free and fair elections, and urge policymakers to protect access to the ballot while asking Catholics to put faith and human dignity ahead of party loyalty. Other faith leaders say churches should help people engage in civic and political life beyond voting, while an opinion writer argues that congregations should not treat electoral issues as outside their community responsibilities.