Legal & Compliance Policies” or “Privacy • Terms • Accessibility
Privacy Policy -
This Privacy Policy explains how the Lorenzo Ocasio Hartman Campaign Committee (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of visitors to RootedintheValley.org (“the Site”). We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your information in compliance with applicable U.S. laws. When you visit or interact with our Site, we may collect information that you voluntarily provide—such as your name, email address, or phone number when you sign up for updates, volunteer, or contact us—as well as certain data automatically collected through analytics tools, including your IP address, browser type, and pages viewed. Cookies or similar technologies may also be used to improve your browsing experience and site functionality, though you can disable these in your browser settings.
We use this information solely to communicate with you, provide updates about our campaign, respond to inquiries, and improve our Site. We never sell or rent personal information to third parties. However, we may share information with trusted service providers who support our website operations, or when required by law, to protect our rights, or with your explicit consent. Your data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or to comply with legal obligations. We use reasonable safeguards to protect against unauthorized access or misuse, though we cannot guarantee absolute security online.
You may opt out of emails, request corrections, or ask that your data be deleted by contacting us at contact@rootedinthevalley.org. Our Site may include links to third-party websites not operated by us; we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, and any such data found will be deleted promptly. This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically, and the “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect any revisions. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these terms. For questions, contact via email at contact@rootedinthevalley.org.
A Legal Disclaimer -
This website, [RootedintheValley.org], operated by the Lorenzo Ocasio Hartman Campaign Committee, provides general, high-level information only and should not be relied upon as legal, financial, medical, or other professional advice. Viewing or using this site does not create any attorney-client or other professional relationship. While we strive for accuracy and timeliness, all content is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, and we make no guarantee that the information is complete, current, or error-free.
You use the site at your own risk, and to the fullest extent permitted by law, we and our volunteers, officers, and agents disclaim all liability for any damages arising from its use. References or links to third-party sites are for convenience only; we do not control or endorse their content or policies. Mentions of individuals, organizations, or services do not imply endorsement, and any testimonials reflect personal experiences only. All text, graphics, and other materials on this site are owned or licensed by us and may not be reproduced without written permission, except for limited personal, non-commercial use allowed by law. If user comments or submissions are permitted, you agree not to post unlawful, defamatory, or infringing material, and we reserve the right to moderate or remove such content.
Use of this site is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, which operate in addition to this Disclaimer. We aim to keep our site accessible to all; please contact [contact@rootedinthevalley.org] for accessibility assistance. By using this site, you agree to comply with all applicable laws; this Disclaimer is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and applicable U.S. federal law, with venue in Berks County, PA, unless otherwise required. We may update this Disclaimer periodically, and your continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes. For questions, contact [contact@rootedinthevalley.org]
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Terms of Use -
Welcome to RootedintheValley.org, operated by the Lorenzo Ocasio Hartman Campaign Committee (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By using this Site, you agree to the following Terms of Use and all applicable laws. The Site and its content are provided solely for general informational and educational purposes regarding our campaign, community efforts, and related initiatives. You agree not to use the Site for unlawful, defamatory, harassing, or otherwise harmful purposes. All materials, including text, graphics, and logos, are the property of the Campaign Committee or used with permission, and are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce or distribute content without prior written consent, except for limited personal, non-commercial use consistent with fair use principles.
We strive to ensure accuracy and timeliness but do not guarantee that all information is complete or error-free. The Site is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind. Your use is at your own risk, and we disclaim liability for any damages or losses arising from your reliance on its content. We may include links to third-party websites for convenience, but we do not endorse or assume responsibility for their content or practices. If the Site allows comments or submissions, you agree that any content you provide is your own and does not infringe on the rights of others. We reserve the right to monitor or remove submissions at our discretion.
Your use of the Site signifies your acceptance of these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We may update these Terms from time to time, and continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and applicable U.S. federal law, with jurisdiction in Berks County, PA. For questions or concerns, contact us at contact@rootedinthevalley.org.
Accessibility Statement -
The Lorenzo Ocasio Hartman Campaign Committee is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors to RootedintheValley.org and applying relevant accessibility standards to meet or exceed compliance requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Our goal is to make all pages and content accessible, readable, and navigable for every user.
We aim to follow best practices for accessibility, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. Efforts include using readable fonts, providing text alternatives for images, ensuring clear color contrast, and maintaining logical page structures that support assistive technologies. While we strive to make the entire Site fully accessible, some older content or third-party integrations may not yet be optimized. We are committed to addressing these issues promptly.
If you experience any difficulty accessing content or notice accessibility barriers, please contact us at contact@rootedinthevalley.org. In your message, include the specific page or content you were trying to access and the nature of the problem so we can assist you and improve our Site. We welcome your feedback as we continue working to make RootedintheValley.org a fully inclusive digital environment for all members of our community.