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Now Live on VOTE411: 2026 Delaware School Board Candidates

Candidate Guides are now live - VOTE411

Submitted by Delaware in April 2026.

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Candidate information for the May 12, 2026, Delaware School Board elections went live on LWV's VOTE411 voter guide on April 13, 2026. Seven DE school districts have elections this year. Quality education affects everyone in the community, so everyone should take an interest, learn about the candidates, and vote.

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LWVNCC President's Message April 2026

Community Outreach

Submitted by Delaware in April 2026.

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In the LWVNCC April newsletter, President Dick Johnson discussed the NCC League's "Spring Into Democracy" youth engagement initiative:

Why Spring into Democracy Matters — and Why We Need Your Support

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Now Available: Sussex LWV Newsletter, Joe Pika's presentation on Education Equity in Delaware

LWVSCDE Newsletter Logo and Pika presentation

Submitted by Delaware in April 2026.

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See the April Newsletter to learn about Barb Hedges-Goettl's adventure as a LWVUS observer at the UN Commission on the Status of Women, find out what happened at our Defending Democracy Film Festival fundraiser, plus upcoming Membership events, committee news, volunteer opportunities, and more, HERE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bblh-2QiH7FDBCPvWrvfqz9chiUasYKd/view. ALSO: Joe Pika's enlightening presentation on Education Equity in Delaware (from the 4/14 LLL) is now available online: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1lJVCnvaUxuxmNOg__zmwqjCuzIid8Cqg...

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First leg bills for Early Voting and No-Excuse Absentee Voting Pass in Delaware

Victory for voting rights! Constitutional amendments for early in-person voting and no-excuse absentee voting pass the Delaware House. (DVRC logo is shown - Delaware Voting Rights Coallition)

Submitted by Delaware in March 2026.

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Senate Bills 2 and 3 passed the Delaware house on March 26, 2026, a significant step to protect voting rights in Delaware. Read the full Delaware Voting Rights Coalition (DVRC) statement here.

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Delaware Civics Education Proclamation by Governor Meyer

Official March 2026 Civic Learning Week proclamation from the Delaware Governor's office is shown

Submitted by Delaware in March 2026.

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Delaware Governor Matt Meyer issued a proclamation declaring the week of March 9-13, 2026, as Civic Learning Week in Delaware and honoring the work of the Delaware Civics Education Coalition, of which LWVDE is a proud member organization.

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Sussex LWV Exec Board to Discuss No Kings Partnership 5 pm on 2/22; Members Welcome

No Kings 3 Short Explainer Graphic

Submitted by Delaware in February 2026.

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LWVUS has announced that it is a national partner for the No Kings 3 rally scheduled for March 28. The Sussex LWV Executive Board will meet Sunday, 2/22 at 5 PM via Zoom to consider our League's actions for this event. Executive Board meetings are open to all members. Email Pres. Barb Hedges-Goettl at lwvscde.president [at] gmail.com by 3 PM on Sunday to receive the link for the meeting. Check the Members Only link in the sidebar for more info.

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Save the Date! Sussex LWV's Third Annual Defending Democracy Film Fest - March 23

2026 Defending Democracy Film Festival teaser

Submitted by Delaware in February 2026.

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March 23 is the date for the Sussex LWV's third annual Defending Democracy Film Festival! Celebrating International Women's Month, this fundraiser features great food and a series of films reflecting our mission of defending democracy and empowering voters. Watch this space for details on the selected films and how to register.

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Sussex LWV February Newsletter Now Available

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Submitted by Delaware in February 2026.

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Read President Barb Hedges-Goettl's article on "What does nonpartisanship mean in 2026?" Then find out about upcoming Membership events, what your committees are up to, and how to help with our third annual Defending Democracy Film Festival fundraiser. This and much more in the February 2026 newsletter.

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Sussex LWV Members Step Up to Be the Light at January Meeting

photo of Sussex and Delaware LWV Leaders

Submitted by Delaware in February 2026.

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The weather cooperated and we had a great turnout for our 2026 Kickoff meeting. About 40 people crowded into the meeting room at Lewes Library, and a few more joined via Zoom.

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Delaware's End of Life Options Act is now in Effect

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Submitted by Delaware in February 2026.

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Delaware's Ron Silverio/Heather Block End of Life Options Act (HB 140) was signed into law in May 2025 and became effective in Delaware on January 1, 2026. The law allows terminally ill, mentally capable adult residents with 6 months or less to live to request and self-administer medication to end their lives. LWVDE hopes that you and your loved ones never need to utilize such an option, but please be aware that this additional end-of-life option now exists in Delaware should you ever find yourself in a position to require it.

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