Public Safety
States United is partnering with prosecutors, police chiefs, sheriffs, and other law enforcement leaders to respond to emerging threats that put our democracy at risk. By providing policy guidance, training, and research, we help our partners enhance public safety while also strengthening community trust in elections.
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States United and its law enforcement partners identify and address emerging threats that jeopardize our communities and elections. By providing toolkits, training, research, and monitoring, we support our partners in ensuring the safety of voters and election officials.
93%
of Americans agree that election workers should be protected from threats and harassment.
Source: States United/YouGov
Featured Resources
Polling
January 27, 2025
Americans See Rule of Law as Key to Democracy, Oppose Abuse of Military and Justice Department
Best Practices
September 6, 2024
Building and Maintaining Relationships with Law Enforcement: A Roadmap for Election Officials
Best Practices, Fact Sheets, Public Safety Fact Sheets, Toolkits
July 19, 2024
Public Safety Resources for Election Season
Latest News
Communication, Public Safety
July 9, 2024
Helping Law Enforcement Plan for a Safe Election Season
Communication, Public Safety
May 23, 2024
Law Enforcement Strategies to Prepare for a Safe Election Season
Communication, Public Safety, Research and Policy Development
June 15, 2023