With democracy facing challenges, the LWVC is dedicated to protecting voting rights in California. Discover our efforts to combat voter suppression, advocate for critical legislation, and empower voters. Join us for exciting events like the Drag for Democracy: Virtual Bingo Extravaganza and stay informed about our advocacy initiatives!
Advocacy Update
On March 26th, we launched our Advocacy Webinar Series with a compelling session focused on California’s voter participation gap. We thank everyone who joined us for this important discussion, and for those who couldn’t attend, we invite you to watch the recording here.
This event featured a panel of distinguished experts in research and community engagement who delved into the ongoing challenges of voter participation, especially addressing the persistent participation gap among youth and voters of color as compared to the older, non-Hispanic white population in California. Our panelists proposed actionable solutions that can be implemented at both the local and state levels to address this issue.
One key solution highlighted during the webinar is AB 868 (Carrillo). With historically low primary election turnout in our state, this bill, co-sponsored by the LWVC, would ensure that county contests are included on the General Election (November) ballot and would also allow for the primary election to be skipped when only two candidates file, preventing unnecessary elections. The LWVC is co-sponsoring this important legislation alongside Common Cause California, Initiate Justice, Initiate Justice Action, and Inland Empire United.
The Advocacy Webinar Series Continues!
California’s Housing Crisis: Policy Barriers & Solutions
The second webinar in our Spring Advocacy Webinar Series is coming up on Tuesday, April 29th at 6:30 PM! Join us for another panel discussion featuring housing policy and advocacy experts – Corey Smith, Noerena Limón, and Cesar Covarrubias – to learn more about the barriers facing communities and policy makers regarding affordable housing access and what we as advocates can do in this space.
Register today for this free webinar!
League of Women Voters v. Trump
The League of Women Voters of California stands with our national organization and voting rights advocates against President Trump’s March 25, 2025, Executive Order, an unlawful attack on democracy. Among other anti-voter features, this Order forces the Election Assistance Commission to require “documentary proof of citizenship” for federal voter registration, threatening to disenfranchise millions.
The League and civil rights groups, including the ACLU, are suing to block this violation of the National Voter Registration Act and the U.S. Constitution. We are committed to protecting every American’s right to vote. Read our news article to hear more.
Join Us for a Virtual Bingo Extravaganza
Get ready to sashay your way into the Drag for Democracy: Virtual Bingo Extravaganza—happening on SATURDAY, May 10, from 4:30-5:30 PM PT via Zoom!
This is your chance to celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and a fabulous democracy! Join us for a dazzling hour of laughter, glittering performances, and high-octane bingo, all while lifting up the voices that make our democracy shine.
Our fabulous hosts, The Beckies, are set to bring the sparkle and sass that will make the evening unforgettable!
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