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Protect Our Reproductive Rights!

Women Holding Sign Bans Off Our Bodies

Submitted by Diablo Valley in May 2022.

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Our country is at a pivotal moment in our fight for reproductive freedom. A draft opinion shows that the Supreme Court is preparing to overturn Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion, which has protected women and pregnant people for nearly 50 years.

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Health Care Updates (May 2022)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2022.

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A group of LWV Diablo Valley members interested in Health Care issues meet regularly to share questions and information. We invite you to join us. Click through to see what we are following and doing in 2022!

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LWVDV Volunteers Inform Voters with Voters Edge (June 7, 2022 Primary)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2022.

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Voter’s Edge, a partnership between LWVCEF and MapLight, provides a free website for all candidates. A dedicated team of League volunteers attended virtual training sessions in March, and began work in early April so that Contra Costa County voters can learn about all candidates on their ballot, and local measures before voting in the June 7, 2022 Primary.

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Concerned about Misinformation and Polarization? Join the Civic Engagement Committee!

What is Civil Discourse?

Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2022.

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We are actively seeking new members for the Civic Engagement Committee - people who are concerned about political intimidation, polarization and misinformation! To join the team, to volunteer or for more information, please email us at civil.discourse [at] lwvdv.org.

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President’s Letter May 2022

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2022.

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The LWVDV President of the Month provides a quick update on League activities.

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Draft Report Released by Healthy California for All Commission

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in March 2022.

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A group of LWV Diablo Valley members interested in Health Care issues meet regularly to share questions and information. We invite you to join us. Click through to see what we are following and doing in 2022!

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Supervisors Adopt LWVDV's Civil Discourse Pledge

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in March 2022.

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by Melanie Speir, Civil Discourse Team

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President’s Letter April 2022

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in March 2022.

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The LWVDV President of the Month provides a quick update on League activities.

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Facilitators Needed for “Healing Our Democracy" Town Hall (4/20/22)

"Healing our Democracy in a Digital World" Free Online Town Hall

Submitted by Diablo Valley in March 2022.

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After the "Healing our Democracy in a Digital World" Town Hall panel discussion, attendees will be invited to join breakout groups to discuss several questions. LWVDV has been asked to provide facilitators for this event. Help us to support civil dialogue about how social media affects our polarized democracy!

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Local Redistricting - You Can Participate!

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in March 2022.

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Pleasant Hill may move to by-district elections. Groups are learning about what this will mean for the city. Select "Read More" for full information.
Redistricting is the process where district lines are redrawn within a jurisdiction, based on population. Fair, representative redistricting plans ensure that elected officials will be responsive for voters in their communities. Public participation in map-drawing is critical to ensure that communities have the strongest voice possible. You can meet with elected officials, attend public meetings, work with your neighbors, and use social media to encourage others to participate.

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