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LWVUS launched Unite and Rise 8.5 on May 1st, 2025

Nonviolent protests... engaging a threshold of 3.5% of the population have never failed to bring about change.

Unite and Rise 8.5
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Your League in the Community

LWVDE and our Local Leagues are a frequent presence in our communities

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LWV offers hands-on and personal volunteer opportunities

Sussex County Delaware LWV President Barb Hedges-Goettl getting it done :)

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Everyone is welcome in the League!

Today's League of Women Voters maintains a strong committment to diversity, equity and inclusion. 

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Voter education and empowerment are critical components of our mission.

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A Voice for Citizens - A Force for Change

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy.

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Thank Election Heroes Day
Event Date: 
11/03/2025 (All day)

Election Hero Day is a nonpartisan, national celebration recognizing the election officials, their staff, and poll workers who ensure a safe, secure voting experience for all Americans. On November 3, 2025, we honor the election heroes in our communities.

Join the Fight to Expand Voting Rights in Delaware - Every Vote Counts, ACLU Delaware
Event Date: 
11/03/2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Event location: 

Appoquinimink Public Library

Join ACLU-DE staff to get involved in the "Every Vote Counts" campaign to expand voting rights right here in Delaware. All attendees will receive in-depth training on campaign tactics and learn more about opportunities to take action alongside other campaign volunteers and voting rights advocates committed to advancing democracy in our state.

Flyer regarding Single-payer discussion on November 8th
Event Date: 
11/08/2025 - 11:00am
Event location: 

First Unitarian Church

We would love to see you there or on Zoom!

Flyer with details of 11-14-2025 LLL
Event Date: 
11/14/2025 - 12:00pm to 2:30pm
Event location: 

Cottage Cafe

Join us for the November 14 League, Libations & Learning event, which will feature Sara Larch, Incoming Chair of the Board of Directors for Beebe Healthcare. Her topic is "Breaking Barriers: How We Can Improve Health Care Access Together." Libations and lunch will precede the 45-minute presentation, and a Q&A will follow. Please send questions in advance to lwvscde.membership [at] gmail.com. Questions from the floor will also be welcome. Note: Lunch is $22 fixed price including gratuity, cash preferred.

Use the blue "Register for this event" below to reserve your seat.

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News

Wow! October was a BIG month! President Barb's speech revved up the crowd the at the No Kings rally in Georgetown; we got an AMAZING $10k grant from 100 Women Who Care (thanks, Fern Goodhart!); and more! The November 2025 issue of the newsletter reports on our doings in the past month and presents coming events like the November 14 League, Libations and Learning (LLL), the January All-Members meeting, and the March Film Festival Fundraiser. 2026 is looming, and there are some great opportunities to support our work. And once again, we remind you to PLEASE renew your membership now! Click Read More to see the full newsletter.

Join the Fight to Expand Voting Rights in Delaware - Every Vote Counts, ACLU Delaware
Event Date: 
11/15/2025 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Event location: 

Hockessin Public Library

Join ACLU-DE staff to get involved in the "Every Vote Counts" campaign to expand voting rights right here in Delaware. All attendees will receive in-depth training on campaign tactics and learn more about opportunities to take action alongside other campaign volunteers and voting rights advocates committed to advancing democracy in our state.

Blog Post

After listing Louisiana v. Callais for reargument in the Fall 2025, term, the Supreme Court is set to test the constitutionality of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. This will have massive ramifications for election law.

Unite and Rise 8.5
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The LWV Unite and Rise 8.5 initiative aims to engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters. Click "Read more" below to find and sign an LWV Unite and Rise Commitment Form. And check our "Unite & Rise" web page (under the "GET INVOLVED" menu item) for local Delaware protest opportunities and events.