Many Vote Smart members have chosen to recognize their loved ones by giving a donation to Vote Smart in their honor or memory. Those recognized in this way have been themselves loyal and generous Vote Smart supporters, and it has been a way to extend and deepen their commitment to ensuring that all Americans have access to factual, trustworthy, relevant facts about their political leaders—the information essential for self-governance.
Memorial Gifts & Honor Gifts (for those still living) have been given to Vote Smart in honor of the individuals listed in bold, by those named below them. Thank you to those who have honored their loved ones by giving the gift of truth.