The right to actively participate in our democracy is one of the greatest privileges and responsibilities of every American. I encourage you to exercise your right to vote in the upcoming election.
Both Emory University and Emory Healthcare support their team members’ right to vote by providing paid time off for voting. Please discuss your unit’s policy with your supervisor so that you can plan accordingly.
As an institution we are committed to encouraging free and open debate on the important issues facing our nation and the world. I ask that you maintain workplace political etiquette by treating all colleagues’ opinions with courtesy and respect. As Americans and Georgians, let’s continue to value, respect, and celebrate each other, and respect that our co-workers may have different viewpoints and may also prefer not to discuss politics while working. As a reminder, please do not email, post on bulletin boards, or distribute political information to co-workers; wear items with political statements or support for a candidate; or engage in campaign discussions while performing your work duties.
There’s no question that 2020 has been a unique year characterized by often divisive rhetoric and opposing views on a variety of topics, but here at Emory, our missions remain the same. Whatever our political views may be, we are all united by our commitment to serving our country and the greater good.
Please direct questions and comments to evphafeedback@emory.edu.
Jonathan S. Lewin, MD, FACR
Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, Emory University
Executive Director, Woodruff Health Sciences Center
CEO and Chairman of the Board, Emory Healthcare | 
