This month, we’re fighting back against threats to fair redistricting and democracy, while welcoming new leaders ready to drive change. Stay tuned for updates on our urgent advocacy work to protect voting rights and hold power accountable.
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.
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.
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.
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!
LWVUS and the League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia issued a joint statement in response to President Trump deploying the National Guard to Washington, DC, and taking over the DC Metropolitan Police Department
Texas organizations filed an amicus brief explaining that Governor Abbott’s attempt to expel State Rep. Gene Wu is unconstitutional and could set a dangerous precedent.
On July 28, 2025, the League's CEO, Celina Stewart, Esq., joined the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua at the Chautauqua Institution for the Chautauqua Lecture Series, with the theme of "The Global Rise in Authoritarianism."
League of Women Voters of the United States CEO Celina Stewart, Esq., issued the following statement in response to states considering mid-cycle redistricting.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the law's impact and how we can ensure that its legacy continues.
