From Martha Goralka: It is only February of 2019 and we already have plans in place for the upcoming 2020 elections. . .
From Suzan Requa: Did you see the view of miniature satellites on 60 Minutes? It sends chills through me, how very much observed and data collected we are.
This concurrence position does NOT support any particular election method but rather supports the LWV goals for “an open, governmental system that is representative, accountable and responsive.”
The current and widespread degradation of basic courtesy and civility in public discourse undermines both citizens’ active participation in government as well as the League of Women Voters’ commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
LWV SLOCO incorporated language reflecting the value of civil discourse into our existing position(s) on government (see italics in summary, and highlighted wording at end).
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