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The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is the 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which protects the equality of rights under the law regardless of sex. While the ERA is fully ratified and was recognized by a US President as the law of the land, it has yet to be officially published in the Constitution. Advocates were instrumental in achieving constitutional sex equality and will be instrumental in ensuring its enforcement. Today, we need the ERA printed in the Constitution where it rightfully belongs. 

Blog Post

 At our core, nonpartisanship is not just a policy — it’s a bedrock principle that defines who we are at the League of Women Voters. As a membership organization committed to empowering voters and defending democracy, we do not support or oppose political parties or candidates. 

Our focus has always been, and will continue to be, on the issues that matter to our communities: ensuring fair elections, protecting voting rights, and strengthening our democratic institutions. 

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Get inspired and stay informed with the latest from LWVC! Inside this edition, you’ll find exciting updates about our upcoming convention with renowned speakers, innovative workshops to amplify your advocacy efforts, and ways to get involved in protecting our democracy and supporting our communities. Plus, don’t miss our upcoming virtual bingo event—fun, inclusive, and a perfect way to show your support for justice and democracy. Dive in and discover how YOU can make a difference!

Public Statement

On May 1, 2025, the League of Women Voters of the United States , launched a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5, which aims to engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters through advocacy, civic education, and community engagement. 

Blog Post

Since the Trump administration took office in January 2025, we’ve seen increased attacks on our democratic systems and a failure by Congress to intervene. This came to a head in early April, when the president defied a Supreme Court order to return the wrongfully deported Marylander Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia. 

Public Statement

On April 24, 2025, a federal judge temporarily blocked provisions of an anti-voter executive order challenged by the League of Women Voters.

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