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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Birthdays and Ballots
Public Statement
Did you know that the drop-off between registering to vote – and actually voting – is twice as steep for young people?
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Blog Post

Dear Members,
Autumnal Equinox has come and gone, and fall has taken off with a bang. In order to replace a vacancy in the Gainesville City Commission At-Large, Seat B, a Special Election is being held on November 16. The LWVAC Candidate Forum for the Special Election is October 23rd at 1:00 p.m.

Time for Action

Action Alerts

Write or call both Senator Blumenthal and Senator Murphy, thank them for their efforts so far, and tell them: "It doesn’t matter if we have bridges and budgets if our democracy fails: keep the Senate focused on the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act!"

League of Women Voters of Michigan
News

 LANSING – The League of Women Voters of Michigan has released the following statements in response to the initiative petition by Secure MI Vote that would require voters to present i

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News

Can you Spot Fake News? Could You Pass a Citizenship Test? Try Verify It!

 
Time for Action LWV

Action Alerts

The Senate just introduced the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (JLVRAA), which will fully restore the Voting Rights Act (VRA) and ensure renewed oversight, accountability, and justice in our democracy.

Time for Action

Action Alerts

The freedom to vote is under direct assault across the country, especially for women, Black and brown Americans, and people with disabilities. Federal voting rights protections cannot wait and are vital to saving the soul of our democracy. Call on the Biden-Harris White House to do everything within their power to protect voting rights.

Event Date: 
10/02/2021 - 9:30am
Event location: 

Rosebowl Lot 1

Choice

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Press Mention

Delaware’s first redistricting hearing of 2021 promises transparency

 

Tea, Women's Right to Vote
Event Date: 
11/06/2021 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Event location: 

The Ocean House

Please join the LWV South County for Tea commemorating the Centennial (plus 1) of the Women's Right to Vote.  Tickets are $45.00 per person and can be purchased directly here:  www.lwvsc-high

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