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Representative Government

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The most recent Supreme Court term came to a close with monumental decisions in several cases.

Event Date: 
08/01/2026 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Event location: 

St. Paul's Lutheran Church

This event is the second part of an effort by a coalition of grassroots organizations (Engaged Defenders for Democracy and League of Women Voters) and unions to motivate and mobilize folks to do voter education, voter registration, and voter

Unite & Rise Voting Rights
Event Date: 
08/08/2026 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Event location: 

WestSide Bowl

On August 8, 2026, join the League of Women Voters, as we host a nationwide day of civic action in honor of the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Steppin' Out 2026, Downtown Blacksburg, VA
Event Date: 
08/07/2026 - 10:00am to 08/08/2026 - 10:00pm
Event location: 

Downtown Blacksburg

LWV will host a booth at Blacksburg’s Steppin’ Out Festival, Aug 7 and 8, 2026. We expect to talk to voters about the November General Election and the three amendments on the ballot as well as register voters.

Protect the Right to Vote
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As we celebrate the spirit of the Fourth of July, we are reminded that our nation's independence was built on the belief that people have both the right and the responsibility to shape their government.  Democracy is not a one-day celebration—it i

Event Date: 
07/18/2026 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Event location: 

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

Six years after the passing of Congressman Lewis, we're organizing an event in our community to carry the torch, continue the legacy of John Lewis, and pass it forward to future generations.  LWV of the Oxford Area is pleased to be
LWVNC Book Club
Event Date: 
07/23/2026 - 7:00pm
Event location: 

Zoom

The League of Women Voters of North Carolina Virtual Book Club continues with its second discussion, hosted by the Election of the President Action Team.

USPS Public Comment Portal

Action Alerts

The U.S. Postal Service is accepting public comments on proposed regulations that would create new federal requirements for the handling of absentee and mail-in ballots in federal elections.

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Action Alerts

The League of Women Voters opposes a proposed rule from the United States Postal Service (USPS) that could create new barriers to voting by mail.

2026 Primary Election Candidate Forum
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Meet the candidates before the August Primary on June 28 @ 1:30 p.m. at UF's Pugh Hall Ocora for this free, nonpartisan forum featuring races for County Commission, School Board, Gainesville Mayor and more — plus a post-event reception and candidate meet-and-greet.

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