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An Unprecedented, Breathtaking Assault on American Democracy: LWV Responds to Trump Administration’s First 60 Days

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A Dangerous Attempt to Silence American Voters:

LWV Responds to President Trump's Anti-Voter Executive Order

 
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LWV Urges Congress to Exercise Its Authority 

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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!

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Boulder, CO — The League of Women Voters of Boulder County and the League of Women Voters of Colorado believe the right to protest peacefully is a basic American freedom, and we condemn the horrific violence that took place yesterday in front of the Boulder Courthouse.

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We are facing a pivotal moment for US voting rights. Policies like the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, President Donald Trump’s executive order on elections, and legislation in more than two dozen states could upend the way Americans register to vote. 

Proponents say this step is necessary to ensure only eligible Americans are voting in elections, even though there are many long-standing practices in place that have effectively met this desire.

Let’s be clear: efforts like the SAVE Act aren’t about safeguarding elections, they’re about silencing voters.