Recall Elections

On this episode, we’re talking about recall elections. A recall is a procedure that allows citizens to remove and replace a public official before the official’s term of office ends. Historically, recalls have been used most frequently at the local level and this year, and this year we’re seeing a very prominent effort in California. Can nonprofits advocate in a recall election? Attorneys for this episode:  Quyen Tu, Natalie Ossenfort, Tim Mooney   Topics: History/Development of Recall What can nonprofits do and say in recall elections? Example: Mayoral Recall in Portland, Oregon Example: Gubernatorial Recall in California   Resources: Ballot Measures and Recalls: Basic Rules for 501(c)(3) Public Charities, 501(c)(4)s, and Unions National Conference of State Legislatures The Rules of the Game Episode 1 - “Can We Say That?” Bolder Advocacy’s TA hotline: 866-NP-LOBBY Email us at advocacy@afj.org