Citizen Rights

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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Jul 02 2024 05:15 pm to 06:15 pm

Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to end government interference with abortion!

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Mifepristone, a drug commonly used for medication abortion, is under attack in the federal courts. At stake are the rights of women and people who can become pregnant to access one of the most common, effective, and safest forms of abortion.

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Dear Members,
I love being the bearer of good news. And there’s plenty to share. For starters, on May 23, we had an energizing and fun in-person Annual Meeting. Then, on June 5, we had an informative, dynamic presentation and conversation about county elections and the question of at-large or single-member districts...

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Restrictions on reproductive freedom affect everyone, regardless of who they are or what they believe about abortion. The citizen-led ballot initiative, designated on the 2024 ballot as Amendment 4 and titled the “Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion,” seeks to create a constitutional amendment that would protect Floridians’ freedom to access abortion. Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to educate voters end government interference with abortion!

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Event Date: 
Jun 25 2024 05:15 pm to 06:15 pm

Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to end government interference with abortion!

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Event Date: 
Jun 18 2024 05:15 pm to 06:15 pm

Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to end government interference with abortion!

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Event Date: 
Jun 11 2024 05:15 pm to 06:15 pm

Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to end government interference with abortion!

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Event Date: 
Jun 18 2024 06:00 pm to 08:30 pm

Join us for a memorable evening at the historic Hippodrome Theater, where we'll host a special film screening, followed by drinks at their cozy basement bar!

June Super Saturday
Event Date: 
Jun 22 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Join Yes on 4 and LWV as we work to end government interference with abortion!

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To achieve the League's vision of a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate, LWV advocates on issues like voting rights as

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