For Immediate Release: November 12, 2021 

Voters across the state can cast their ballot for Constitutional Amendments and local races on Saturday, November 13 from 7:00am-8:00pm. 

Baton Rouge, LA– Every voter in the state has the opportunity to cast their vote during the election on Saturday, November 13. The ballot has 4 statewide Constitutional Amendments and many parishes and towns have local races on the ballot, including the New Orleans City Council and Mayor. 

Polling locations will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Power Coalition for Equity and Justice, a civic engagement organization, is encouraging voters affected by Hurricane Ida to check their polling location ahead of time because many have been moved, they say. 

Power Coalition will be providing rides to the polls on election day. Voters who need a ride can call: (504) 612- 1513 or sign up at pcej.org/PowerRides. 

“It is important to vote in every election,” says Power Coalition Founder and CEO, Ashley Shelton. “Voters in Louisiana have the opportunity to vote on important Constitutional Amendments that will change how our state tax system works and vote for local candidates this election cycle. Democracy works when we all show up and show our power.”

Contact: 

Ashley Shelton President, Founder, and CEO of Power Coalition, (225) 802-2435