My neighbor, Nancy Schaeffer, has been working the polls in my ward for over 30 years. She is a constant, at both the primaries and general elections, staffing her table with other devoted poll workers, ensuring that those of us in Springfield Township, Montgomery County, can vote.

In this episode of CK Unmuted, Nancy talks about why she works the polls, the failsafes that ensure the integrity of the vote, and her concerns about the increasing shortage of poll workers.

Click the “Read More” button below to hear Nancy’s interview, then go to CK’s blog to read about the perils and rewards of being a poll worker. It’s time for all of us to be steadfast for democracy!

Caregivers require a special set of skills when living with a loved one with dementia. Friend and neighbor Ramona Salotti shares her advice on nurturing the caregiver.

How will you benefit from Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act? Should you electrify now? A year from now? Which appliances? Get the lowdown from a home energy consultant.

Anne Leavitt-Gruberger, Planning Manager for Montgomery County, PA, talks about what local municipalities are doing to address the critical housing shortage in the county.

People who volunteer live longer, happier lives. So why are volunteers disappearing in America?

Who, in your family, inspired you to vote? For me, it was my mom. She never missed an election. Even in the nursing home, she voted…every time. In this episode of CK Unmuted, President and CEO of Pennsylvanians For Modern Courts Debbie Gross talks about this year’s critical judicial races.

Women like Terri and Claire inspire me to hit the sidewalk with signs…something I never did as a young woman. It wasn’t ladylike to raise your voice, shake your fist or voice an opposing opinion.

We got big issues in Pennsylvania, particularly regarding women’s reproductive rights. There’s a primary this year on May 16th and an election on November 7th. I hope women like Terri and Claire motivate you to study the candidates for the one vacancy on the PA Supreme Court. Educate yourself and your family and friends. Vote in both the primary and the general election! Thanks!

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