One-stop education and information about the elections process now available on VenturaVote.org
Michelle Ascencion, Ventura County Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters, announced the launch of Election Smart! and the Election Smart! Blog, a new online resource at VenturaVote.org, to help provide Ventura County voters with accurate, official information about local elections and the upcoming November 5, 2024 General Election. Election Smart! is part of the Registrar of Voters’ commitment to increase transparency around election laws and procedures while countering the spread of misinformation during election season.
Registrar Ascencion’s larger efforts in public outreach began with the Election Education Series, a four-part series presented from October 2023 to February 2024. The series covered different election topics, such as running for office, election integrity and security, and the unique features of Presidential primaries. Videos of the presentations are accessible on the Election Smart! page.
Ms. Ascencion decided to launch the Election Smart! Blog as a platform to further inform voters about election activities. The blog will cover some of the lesser-known aspects of the election process, including the rigorous checks and balances in place. It also provides insights into the laws at the federal and state level that govern election procedures and equipment, further ensuring the transparency and security of Ventura County’s elections.
“I’m proud to say no one works harder to protect our elections and ensure their security for every legitimate voter than we do in the Ventura County Elections Division,” said Ms. Ascencion. “We uphold over 2,000 pages of election laws to safeguard the integrity of our local elections, and we stand solidly against any form of voter fraud. We want voters to understand that. I think having more access to accurate information will increase their confidence when they cast their ballots.”
