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Meet Gloria Chun Hoo, LWVC President
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We’re excited to announce Gloria Chun Hoo as the new President of the LWVC. Read her message about the future of our work and our commitment to democracy.

June 2025 Highlights (LWVC)
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This month, we were busy working to protect voting rights, fight for fair representation, and keep democracy strong across the state. From defending vote-by-mail and pushing for fair redistricting to celebrating our 70th state convention and recognizing outstanding Leagues, the LWVC is staying active and ready to face whatever challenges come next. Stay tuned for how these efforts continue to take shape.

Stand Up. Speak Out. ICE Cannot Silence Us. Informed. Prepared. United.
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ICE’s operations in Los Angeles and around California mark a troubling escalation – workplace raids coupled with the arrest of community members exercising their First Amendment rights to observe and protest. These tactics, along with the federal activation of the California National Guard and the deployment of U.S. Marines, weaponize fear to terrorize not just undocumented residents, but anyone who would stand with their neighbors or participate in democratic discourse.

Newsletter
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We’ve made a big leap forward in our ongoing fight to build a fairer, more transparent California—thanks to the dedication of our team and supporters. Through our Spring Advocacy Webinar Series, we’ve engaged communities on critical issues shaping our state. And with our virtual convention coming up soon, there’s much more to come. Read on for more details!

Newsletter
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Get inspired and stay informed with the latest from LWVC! Inside this edition, you’ll find exciting updates about our upcoming convention with renowned speakers, innovative workshops to amplify your advocacy efforts, and ways to get involved in protecting our democracy and supporting our communities. Plus, don’t miss our upcoming virtual bingo event—fun, inclusive, and a perfect way to show your support for justice and democracy. Dive in and discover how YOU can make a difference!

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Public Statement

LWV CEO Celina Stewart, Esq., issued the following statement in response to the Department of Justice’s actions to gather data on voters ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

Blog Post

Throughout his lifetime, John Lewis was a stalwart warrior for the promise of American Democracy. We owe it to the legacy of John Lewis’ life of service to answer his end-of-life plea not to sit silent but to do our part to ensure that a robust American democracy continues.

Blog Post

Local elections happen annually in the United States. The officials elected and the decisions they make affect your daily life as much, if not more, than those in the federal government. From road repairs, schools, and urban planning to immigration and policing, local government is constantly present in every part of American life.   

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of Wyoming filed an amicus brief urging a federal court to grant a preliminary injunction against HB 156, a law imposing burdensome and discriminatory proof of citizenship requirements on voter registration in Wyoming.

Public Statement

The US District Court for the Northern District of Florida issued a limited ruling striking down the application of specific provisions of Florida’s House Bill 1205.