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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.

2025 CA Special Election - November 4, 2025

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

News

The 2025 Califonia Special Election will be held on November 4, 2025.

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No Kings National Day of Action!

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

Event Date: 
10/18/2025 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Event location: 

BROADWAY PLAZA

LWVUS is joining No Kings 2 as a national partner on Saturday, October 18. LWVUS stands in solidarity with partners against hate and authoritarianism.

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League of Women Voters Denounces Federal Militarization of Illinois Communities

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in October 2025.

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of Illinois and the League of Women Voters of the United States issued the following joint statement in response to reports that the federal government is preparing to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago and other communities across Illinois.

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League of Women Voters Condemns Unjustified National Guard Deployment to Portland

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in September 2025.

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of Oregon and the League of Women Voters of the US issued the following joint statement in response to the deployment of the National Guard in Portland. 

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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 September 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 Statement on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

LWV Statement on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

News

LWVUS statement: "The League of Women Voters is horrified by the targeted murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University...Every individual has the right to free speech and peaceful activism without fear of harm. Gun violence has no place in our democracy."

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LWVC Is Not Taking a Position on Prop 50

LWVC Statement on Prop 50

Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 2025.

News

The League of Women Voters of California is not taking a position on Proposition 50. See the full statement here.

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LWV Defends Democracy!

Fighting Back!

Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 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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Get the Lowdown on California Prop 50 - A Community Conversation (VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE)

Learn about 2025 CA Prop 50

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

Event Date: 
10/09/2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Event location: 

virtual (Zoom)

LWVDV will present Pros and Cons positions about Proposition 50 based on research, as well as information about major funding sources supporting and opposing the proposition. Janet Hoy of LWVDV will make the presentation and answer your questions about the upcoming California Proposition 50.

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A Conversation with Professor Akhil Amar - A Community Conversation (Rebroadcast Schedule)

Born Equal Community Conversation

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

Event Date: 
10/13/2025 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Event location: 

St Mary's College, Soda Center (or ZOOM)

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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Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News (RPEA/Antioch)

Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News

Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 2025.

Event Date: 
10/14/2025 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Event location: 

Lone Tree Golf & Event Center - Champions Bar & Grill

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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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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Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News (San Ramon Library/ AAUW San Ramon)

Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News

Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 2025.

Event Date: 
10/23/2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Event location: 

San Ramon Library - Program Room

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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Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News (Lafayette Library)

Fact over Fiction: Navigating the News

Submitted by Diablo Valley in August 2025.

Event Date: 
10/30/2025 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Event location: 

Lafayette Public Library - Homework Center

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

Challenges to Voting Rights - Then and Now

Submitted by Diablo Valley in July 2025.

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

virtual (Zoom)

Join us for an illuminating program on the history of the Woman’s Suffrage Movement and how it inspired the production of the Broadway musical SUFFs, followed by a conversation about the SAVE Act and how its passage would challenge the right to vote for many Americans.

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LWVDV Hosts Government Panel on Federal Budget Cuts (VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE)

LWVDV Hosts Government Panel on Federal Budget Cuts

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

News

On 9/3/25, LWVDV hosted a panel of local government leaders discussing the impact of recent federal budget cuts on Contra Costa County communities.

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President's Letter - October 2025

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

Blog Post

The LWVDV President provides a quick update on League activities.

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Voter Services Update (October 2025)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2025.

News

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

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This month's VOTER newsletter is now available!

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 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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