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Citizen Rights

Democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. Governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible.

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Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade

League members 6-24-2022 Rally at the State House

Submitted by Rhode Island in June 2022.

News

Supreme Court Strips Americans of Constitutional Right to Abortion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Decision
Court signals threat to marriage equality, contraception, and private intimacy
LWVUS Press Release / Last Updated: June 24, 2022
https://tinyurl.com/23bfhpzb
Explaining SCOTUS's Abortion Decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization
LWVUS Blog / Last Updated: July 22, 2022
https://tinyurl.com/yc6yt6b4

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Supreme Court's Decision Regarding a Women's Rights

Photos of Deborah Turner and Virginia Kase

Submitted by Orange Coast in June 2022.

Public Statement

"Today’s ruling strips women and those who may become pregnant of their bodily autonomy and will have devastating - and immediate - consequences across the country. While the Court’s opinion was expected, its harm is extreme and real...."

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Message from LWV-WC President Lynne Kochmanski

Submitted by Washtenaw County in June 2022.

News

LWV-WC President's statement: The US Supreme Court has eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. While we thought this was coming, there was still hope. Now the hurt is real and severe . . . I would like to remind you of the LWVUS position on reproductive rights.

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From the 2022 LWVUS Convention (June 23-26) in Denver

lwvusconvention_6-24-2022.jpg - Choice rally

Submitted by Rhode Island in June 2022.

News

On June 23, 2022, five leaders in the political and equal rights movements came together to discuss the current state of democracy and women's role in advancing it. Check out the League's "Guide to Mis- and Disinformation" highlighted in "Messages for Women Powering Democracy" Blog / Last Updated: July 21, 2022

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President's Message, June 2022

Janice holding sunflower

Submitted by Alachua County in June 2022.

Blog Post

Dear Members,
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. The mission of the League of Women Voters is my mission as the newly elected president of the Alachua County League. I’m happy to join you in that endeavor.

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Students & Rhode Island Department of Education Agree to Strengthen Civics Education

LWV Joins Civics Lawsuit

Submitted by Rhode Island in June 2022.

Public Statement

PROVIDENCE — Last week, litigation filed by Rhode Island students seeking to establish a constitutional right to a civics education ended with an agreement that both sides agree will strengthen civics education in the state.

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URGENT ACTION NEEDED ON ABORTION CARE ACT BILLS

Reproductive rights

Submitted by Rhode Island in June 2022.

Action Alerts

There are only a few weeks left to this year's legislative session.

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MAY 19 RALLY AT THE STATE HOUSE

Reproductive Rights 5-19-2022 at State House

Submitted by Rhode Island in May 2022.

Blog Post

Supporters of the Equality in Abortion Act rallied at the State House on May 19 showing up in force and testifying at the House Finance hearing on H7442.

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EQUALITY IN ABORTION COVERAGE ACT HEARING THURSDAY, MAY 19

Bans Off Our Bodies May 15, 2022

Submitted by Rhode Island in May 2022.

Blog Post

The Equality in Abortion Coverage Act (H7442/S2549) would get rid of the bans on health co

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President's Message, May 2022

Headshot of Lynn Frazier

Submitted by Alachua County in May 2022.

Blog Post

Dear Members,
At the end of March, LWVFL announced some great news! Chief U.S. District Judge Mark Walker ruled that Florida’s Senate Bill 90 violates federal law, unconstitutionally impeding the right to vote for Floridians.

It is a busy time for our League. It is a busy time for our League. I hope you were able to attend our two virtual events earlier this month. It’s also time for our Annual Meeting on May 25th at 6:30 p.m., where we will pass the 2022-2023 Budget, Local Program, and elect officers.

The other good news is that League work is beginning to return to normal. Please stop by and say “hello”.

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