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Early Voting Ballot Question: Get the Facts

Submitted by Greater Hartford in August 2022.

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Connecticut voters will see this question on the ballot in 2022:

Submitted by Greater Hartford in October 2021.

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Absentee Voting in Connecticut

Submitted by Greater Hartford in September 2021.

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The League of Women Voters of Greater Hartford (LWVGH) and West Hartford Community Interactive (WHCI) invited our West Hartford community to participate in debates among the candidates seeking to represent the people of West Hartford on the Town C

Hartford Mayoral Candidates Focus On Affordable Housing, Homelessness At Forum

Submitted by Greater Hartford in August 2023.

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Journey Home and the League of Women Voters of Greater Hartford hosted a candidate forum Tuesday at the Lyceum focused specifically on housing and homelessness.

Submitted by Greater Hartford in February 2023.

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Want a more representative democracy? Reform CT’s redistricting process

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An Unprecedented, Breathtaking Assault on American Democracy: LWV Responds to Trump Administration’s First 60 Days

Submitted by Connecticut in March 2025.

Public Statement

Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States CEO Celina Stewart issued the following statement in reflection on the first 60 days of the Trump administration: “If the past 60 days have made one thing clear, it’s this: our democracy is facing a five-alarm fire..."

Submitted by Connecticut in March 2025.

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In this review, we summarize the races that the LWV of Connecticut (LWVCT) covered in 2024, how many candidates participated in the VOTE411 Voter Guides, and key statistics on VOTE411 users. We also identify ways to increase awareness of VOTE411—both within our League networks and among candidates and voters.

League of Women Voters of Connecticut Calls on Governor Lamont to Fully Fund Safe and Accessible Elections

Submitted by Connecticut in February 2025.

Public Statement

Ahead of the Appropriations Committee hearing on Friday, February 14, 2025, the League of Women Voters of Connecticut urges Governor Lamont and the legislature to prioritize adequate funding to protect and expand voting access and implement the Connecticut Voting Rights Act.

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Submitted by Connecticut in February 2025.

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Regardless of immigration status, we all have guaranteed rights under the United States Constitution. What you can do today: learn more about immigrants' rights and share these important resources with your community.

picture of Patricia Rossi, Peggy Lampkin, Susan Bysiewicz, and Joanne Moore

Submitted by Connecticut in January 2025.

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Pictured above (l-r): Patricia Rossi, Peggy Lampkin M.D., Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, and Joanne Moore

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