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The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) on December 9, 2024, approved a motion directing staff to conduct public opinion polling on three scenarios for a potential 2026 transportation tax measure.

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In 2019 the California legislature established the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) via AB 1487. BAHFA has regional revenue generating authority that enables it to work collaboratively with all Bay Area jurisdictions.

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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.

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In the age of unmonitored social media and AI, among other informational threats, it’s important to strengthen our media literacy. This helps us spot mis- and disinformation from people who may be trying to manipulate or distort our opinions on voting, democracy, and more. 

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Celina Stewart, chief executive officer of the League of Women Voters of the United States, wants Americans to be a flood of democracy against the fire of authoritarianism.

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LWV CEO Celina Stewart, Esq., issued the following statement about the League’s amicus brief filed in the US Supreme Court case, Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections.

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Today, LWV CEO Celina Stewart, Esq., issued the following statement about the League’s amicus brief filed in the US Supreme Court case, Bost v. Illinois State Board of Elections.