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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Guide to Voting in Shelby County, TN with a Felony Conviction

Most Tennesseans with a felony conviction in any state or federal court have lost their right to vote but can regain that right. Others with a felony conviction never lost their right to vote and remain eligible.

 

DID YOU LOSE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE?

 

The date of your conviction and the felony you were convicted of determines your eligibility to vote in Tennessee.

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Senate Introduces the Freedom to Vote Act

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Submitted by Dearborn-Dearborn Heights in September 2021.

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The fight for voting rights continues to be a long and enduring battle, but one which American democracy hinges on. The Senate has introduced new legislation, the Freedom to Vote Act which has the power to make our elections more free, fair, and accessible to all.

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LWV Files Amicus Brief in Voter Intimidation Case Before SCOTUS

Amicus Brief in Voter Intimidation Case Before SCOTUS

Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2021.

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9/21/2021
NEW YORK STATE RIFLE & PISTOL ASSOCIATION V. BRUEN THREATENS TO ELIMINATE LAWS REGULATING GUNS IN PUBLIC PLACES

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Speakers' Bureau Request

The LWVCA has volunteers to help whether you want to host a forum or have someone speak on election issues and voting.

Speakers' Bureau Request

If your organization has an upcoming event at which you would like a speaker on voting how-to's or on ballot issues or a forum moderator, please fill out this form and you will be contacted about your event. 

 

 

 

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Kidlit Book on Kansas Women's History Gets Launch from National Museum

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Submitted by in September 2021.

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As we celebrate the 101st anniversary of the 19th amendment that gave all women citizens of the United States the right to vote, let's also remember that some women already were able to vote in local elections.

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October 11: Dinner and Evening with Rich Vargo, Riley County Clerk (Joint meeting, LWVMRC and Manhattan Branch of the AAUW) (Option to join dinner in person. Mr. Vargo will be in person, a change from initial announcement) This will be available by Zoom

Submitted by Manhattan/Riley County in September 2021.

Event Date: 
Oct 11 2021 06:00 pm
Event location: 

Meadowlark Event Center and by Zoom

(Event change, Mr. Vargo will join us in person at Meadowlark.) We are excited to announce an opportunity to learn about how the new Kansas voting laws will affect you in the upcoming election cycle. 

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LWVUS Blog September 13, 2021

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Submitted by Orange Coast in September 2021.

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How LWV Supports the Census

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LWVUS News September 14, 2021

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Submitted by Orange Coast in September 2021.

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League Supports New Senate Voting Rights Bill, the Freedom to Vote Act

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President's Message, September 2021

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2021.

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Dear Members,
Thank you to all who responded to the rankings of the LWVFL 2021 legislative priorities. I know it is a tough decision to rank items that are all critical priorities.

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Get Involved with LWV

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Submitted by Alachua County in September 2021.

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OutreachCircle is a fun way to follow LWV and get involved with regular action items on the most important issues of our day.

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