Principled Voices

Across party lines and across the country, civic leaders are stepping up for trusted elections. See what brought them here and be inspired to follow their lead – in their own words.

These are elected officials, former officeholders, election administrators, and other civic leaders who have made their commitment public because they believe the integrity of our elections is too important to leave to chance. Their voices are helping shape how others see and think about our elections. And the more leaders who step up, the stronger that signal becomes.

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When Leaders Step Up, Trust Follows

From former governors to respected public servants, candidates, and nationally recognized voices, these individuals are helping lead the way in restoring trust in our elections. By signing the Principles Pledge, they’re modeling what it means to lead with integrity, demonstrating that honesty, transparency, and civic responsibility are values that transcend politics.

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"Leaders and citizens alike should be respectful of the basic democratic norms that protect the will of the voter and the expression of thought." 

George Allen — Former Governor of Virginia (Republican)

“I signed the pledge because every elected official and every person on the ballot should respect the checks and balances that define the United States Constitution.”

Abigail A. Spanberge — Governor of Virginia (Democrat)

"Today, we honor that legacy by upholding the idea that every eligible American can participate in secure and accessible elections." 

Kim Wyman — Former Washington Secretary of State (Republican)

“Fair and safe elections are the fundamental basis of our democracy, and I firmly believe our electoral processes are carried out fairly and securely across this nation.”

Gov. Wes Moore — Governor of Maryland (Democrat)

"We must recommit ourselves to principled, civil and substantive political debate in order to renew our nation's shared faith in democratic institutions." 

Kerry Healey — Former Lt. Governor of Massachusetts (Republican)

"Efforts to undermine the integrity of American elections directly enhance the interests of our country's adversaries and undermine America's leadership in the world." 

Jesse Salazar — Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense

"Calling for free, fair and open elections is not a political statement. It's a duty." 

Aaron Brown — Former CIA Senior Operations Officer and Army Ranger

"No other issues matter if we do not maintain a strong democracy." 

Phil Heimlich — Former Cincinnati City Councilman & Hamilton County Commissioner (Republican)

"I've dedicated my life to service in the protection of our republic and pledge to do so until I can no longer be of useful service." 

John Mauk — Colonel (Ret), Former Faculty, U.S. Army War College

"Georgia, and our nation, deserve leadership that understands that free and fair elections are vital to protecting our democracy. Every eligible Georgian should have the ability to register to vote, cast a ballot and have that ballot count — without systematic barriers." 

Stacey Abrams — 2022 Candidate for Governor of Georgia (Democrat)

"We need The Principles Pledge, because if we can't conduct fair elections, America will be devastated." 

Michael Hayden — Former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (Independent)

"Our elections will be fair and impartial and all citizens will have equal opportunity to vote without impediment." 

Michael Clemente — Lieutenant Commander, USN

"As election administrators, we work tirelessly to ensure free and fair elections across the Commonwealth of Virginia."

Stephanie Iles — Director of Elections & General Registrar, City of Norfolk

"America has to combat polarization, and coming together around the core principles that helped make this a great nation is the best path forward." 

Kevin Johnson — Executive Director, Election Reformers Network

"Embracing the principle of giving voice to every American on the direction of their country by their right to vote in free, fair and secure elections.

James Hackett — Retired CEO, Ford Motor Company & Steelcase Inc.

"I support the Principles for Trusted Elections to help preserve and strengthen our American democratic values and processes and thereby ensure the faith of our citizens in our nation's electoral integrity." 

Michael Ford — Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Trustee 

"Our elections are safe and secure and our hardworking election officials and administrators deserve our utmost respect and gratitude." 

Eric Bronner — Founder/COO, Veterans for All Voters 

"Elections in the United States are integral to the success of our Constitutional Republic and must be based on integrity, responsibility, and a system that allows all voters to vote without fear." 

Chenele Dixon — Co-Founder, Common Ground—United We Stand, Republican

"Our system of checks and balances and free and fair elections are the bedrock of our democracy." Current sitting state senator — and from North Carolina, your priority state.

Rep. Jay Chaudhuri — State Senator, District 15, North Carolina (Democrat)

"In our democracy, we should respect the rule of law, the peaceful transition of power, and push back against those who are seeking to undermine faith in our elections." 

Dan Helmer — Member, Virginia House of Delegates (Democrat)