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Diablo Valley

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. The League never endorses or opposes candidates or political parties. We influence public policy through education and advocacy. We invite everyone to join us!

The League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley serves the communities of Alamo, Antioch, Bay Point, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Canyon, Concord, Danville, Diablo, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pacheco, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Rossmoor, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.

LWV Unite and Rise 8.5: A Campaign to Defend Democracy

Unite and Rise 8.5: A Campaign to Defend Democracy

Submitted by Diablo Valley in May 2025.

News

We are proud to announce a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5. Through this initiative, we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy. Learn more about the campaign and how to get involved. It's time to take our democracy back!

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LWV Defends Democracy!

Fighting Back!

Submitted by Diablo Valley in February 2025.

News

As an organization dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy, the League of Women Voters of the United States has released the following statements in response to actions of the new administration in 2025.

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Take Action to Protect Fair Maps

Take Action to Protect Fair Maps

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Action Alerts

The time has come for Congress to repair the vulnerabilities in the Electoral Count Act of 1887 to protect our elections. Contact your senators today and tell them now is the time to reinforce our elections from future attempts to overturn the will of the people.

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Lunch With the League! (Wednesday, 8/13/25)

Bar Camino, Walnut Creek

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
08/13/2025 - 11:30am to 1:00pm
Event location: 

Bar Camino

Reconnect and get caught up with current Leaguers as well as meet new friends!

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Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News (MDUUC)

Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
08/24/2025 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Event location: 

Mt Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church (MDUUC)

Learn how to spot and stop mis/disinformation, identify reliable news sources, and use critical thinking to navigate the complexities of today’s media landscape.

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LWVDV teams up with Cyndi Lauper at Concord Pavilion!

League is teaming up Cyndi Lauper on tour

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

News

We're proud to be teaming up with the iconic Cyndi Lauper on her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour at the Toyota Pavilion at Concord on August 26, 2025.

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Honk and Wave protest – Our 3rd Unite and Rise 8.5 Action!

Unite and Rise 8.5: A Campaign to Defend Democracy

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
08/30/2025 - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Event location: 

TBD

Join us for a 'Honk and Wave' protest in conjunction with Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa. Details coming soon!

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The Impact of Federal Cuts on our Local Communities (SAVE THE DATE)

Gavel, flag and dollar bills

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
09/03/2025 - 7:30pm to 8:45pm
Event location: 

Walnut Creek Library - Oak Room

Join LWVDV and a panel of government leaders to discuss the impact of DOGE and the "Big Beautiful Bill" on our local communities.

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Lunch With the League! (Wednesday, 9/10/25)

Bar Camino, Walnut Creek

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
09/10/2025 - 11:30am to 1:00pm
Event location: 

Bar Camino

Reconnect and get caught up with current Leaguers as well as meet new friends!

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The Challenges to Voting Rights - Then and Now (A Community Conversation)

Historical Image of LWV members with voting signs and materials

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
09/18/2025 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Event location: 

virtual (Zoom)

The panel discussion will focus on the history of the suffragists, the founding of the League, the SUFFS production that brings this history to the stage, and the threats posed by the upcoming Senate vote on the SAVE Act.

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A Conversation with Professor Akhil Amar (A Community Conversation)

Professor Akhil Reed Amar

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
10/13/2025 - 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Event location: 

St Mary's College, Claeys Room

Professor Akhil Amar, Yale constitutional scholar, will discuss his new book, Born Equal: Remaking America’s Constitution, 1840–1920, which explores the transformative amendments that redefined freedom, equality, and voting rights in the post–Civil War era.

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Join the League at SUFFS in SF!

SUFFS in San Francisco

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
10/22/2025 - 1:00pm to 11/09/2025 - 8:00pm
Event location: 

Orpheum Theatre

The Broadway production of the musical “SUFFS” is coming to the Orpheum Theater in San Francisco. A Tony Award-winning musical, SUFFS is about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote.

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President's Letter - August 2025

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Blog Post

The LWVDV President provides a quick update on League activities.

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Voter Services Update (August 2025)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

News

The LWVDV Voter Services team reports on last month's activities.

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Treasurer's Update: Help Needed (August 2025)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

News

We are looking for a tax accountant who can assist in completing the tax returns for 2024-2025 and someone to a serve on the Financial Review committee.

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Your Vote is Under Siege (A Member's Blog Post)

Blog

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Blog Post

These are the first few paragraphs of a recent blog post by Gail Murray, former elected official and lifetime LWVDV member. (You can read the full blog post on her website.)

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This month's VOTER newsletter is now available!

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 2025.

News

Click through for the links to read the online version, find a printable PDF or access all of our past VOTER issues.

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Our Commitment to Civil Discourse

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2024.

News

We urge all individuals, regardless of political affiliation, to rise above partisan conflicts and focus on what unites us. Let's prioritize dialogue that builds bridges and seek solutions that benefit all members of our society.

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Donate

Please donate

Your support goes directly to the League's work to protect and defend our democracy. Together we ensure our elections are free, fair and accessible; protect our environment; and reduce the influence of money in our elections.

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Follow Us on Social Media!

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2025.

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Follow the League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley on FaceBook, YouTube, and Instagram!
Are you interested in helping us to use social media to expand the reach and impact of the League? Join the Social Media Group!

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LWVDV News Update

Submitted by Diablo Valley in May 2022.

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