Voting Rights

Voting Rights

Voting is a fundamental right and all eligible voters should have the equal opportunity to exercise that right. We are dedicated to ensuring that our elections remain free, fair and accessible.

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LWVAC Supports At-Large Election of County Commissioners

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

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Shall the five members of the board of county commissioners of Alachua County, Florida, be elected by all electors within the county at large? League of Women Voters Recommendation: Vote YES, even as the referendum is challenged in court. Learn why....

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TAKE ACTION: Every Californian Deserves Access to Voting Opportunities

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Submitted by California in September 2024.

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Voting is essential to our democracy. Did you know that people in county jails are eligible to vote but are often unable to exercise this fundamental right?

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Voter Registration Scam Alert Sept 2024

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Submitted by Orange Coast in September 2024.

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Voter Registration Scam Alert

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Clone of Voter Hotlines

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Questions about voting in Delaware County?

  • Call Delaware County Election Hotline: 610-891-8683 (VOTE) 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, M-F and active until 8 pm on Election Day

Accessibility Needs at the Polling Place?

  • Call Disability Rights PA:  1-800-692-7443 from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

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What you need to know about LWVAC support of at-large Alachua County commissioners

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

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The LWVAC supports at large voting of commissioners because, in Alachua County, it promotes racial justice. It is also associated with gender equity, contributes to a cohesive governing body with a county-wide focus and avoids the risks and potential conflict of gerrymandering. Here’s what you need to know about the LWVAC’s stance supporting at-large Alachua County commissioners...

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School Referendum Coming

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Submitted by Greater Green Bay in September 2024.

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On the November ballot, voters will be asked to approve a $183 million referendum for school improvements, including maintenance, safety upgrades, and new facilities.

 

 

 

 

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League at the Library: Cone Park Branch

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

Event Date: 
09/04/2024 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Event location: 

Cone Park Branch

This League at the Library event will take place at the Cone Park Branch and will be an indoor event. We are looking for 2-3 volunteers to man the table.

During LWVAC's 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Campaign for the 2024 Election Season, the Voter Services team is organizing multiple Alachua County Library tabling events. The goal is to have a table at each of the 12 libraries once a month for 2 hours at peak times until November. We hope to increase League visibility and engage with current and potential voters, especially young people.

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League at the Library: Tower Road Branch

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

Event Date: 
09/30/2024 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Event location: 

Tower Road Branch Library

This League at the Library event will take place at the Tower Road Branch Library and will be an outdoor event. We are looking for 2-3 volunteers to man the table.

During LWVAC's 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Campaign for the 2024 Election Season, the Voter Services team is organizing multiple Alachua County Library tabling events. The goal is to have a table at each of the 12 libraries once a month for 2 hours at peak times until November. We hope to increase League visibility and engage with current and potential voters, especially young people.

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League at the Library: Hawthorne Branch

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

Event Date: 
09/24/2024 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Event location: 

Hawthorne Branch Library

This League at the Library event will take place at the Hawthorne Branch Library and will be an indoor event. We are looking for 2-3 volunteers to man the table.

During LWVAC's 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Campaign for the 2024 Election Season, the Voter Services team is organizing multiple Alachua County Library tabling events. The goal is to have a table at each of the 12 libraries once a month for 2 hours at peak times until November. We hope to increase League visibility and engage with current and potential voters, especially young people.

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League at the Library: Archer Branch

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2024.

Event Date: 
09/19/2024 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Event location: 

Archer Branch Library

This League at the Library event will take place at the Archer Branch Library and will be an indoor event. We are looking for 2-3 volunteers to man the table.

During LWVAC's 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) Campaign for the 2024 Election Season, the Voter Services team is organizing multiple Alachua County Library tabling events. The goal is to have a table at each of the 12 libraries once a month for 2 hours at peak times until November. We hope to increase League visibility and engage with current and potential voters, especially young people.

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