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.

It's Time to Restore the Vote

Submitted by Wisconsin in June 2019.

Action Alerts

June 25th marks six years since the U.S. Supreme Court’s Shelby County v. Holder decision which overturned essential provisions of the VRA which has led to countless attacks on the voting rights of Americans.

Women's Suffrage

Submitted by Columbia Area in June 2019.

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June 10, 2019 is "Women's Right to Vote Day" in Illinois. House Resolution 382 recognizes the important role Illinois played in achieving that right.

An event commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Illinois being the 1st state to ratify the 19th Amendment was held at the Thompson Center, Chicago.

Submitted by Diablo Valley in May 2019.

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Did you respond to the recent Action Alerts from LWV California? If so, here is a message from LWVC President Helen Hutchison with a progress report:

Submitted by Diablo Valley in May 2019.

Event Date:

Jun 08 2019 10:00 am to Jun 09 2019 11:45 am

Event location:

LWV Diablo Valley office

This is our monthly advocacy planning meeting. Discussion may include local actions in support of positions from any level of the League, as well as updates on current priority issues such as housing, immigration, and healthcare.

Vote YES on SB 72 - Expanding Voter Registration

Submitted by South San Mateo County in May 2019.

Action Alerts

In 2018, California voters had the right to register and vote up to and including Election Day. Unfortunately, most Californians could not access Election Day Registration. This must change!

Submitted by Diablo Valley in April 2019.

Event Date:

May 04 2019 10:00 am to May 05 2019 11:45 am

Event location:

LWV Diablo Valley office

In-Person Early Voting

Submitted by Rhode Island in April 2019.

Event Date:

Apr 10 2019 12:00 am to 11:45 pm

Event location:

Rhode Island State House

Common Cause Rhode Island is leading the charge for in-person early voting at the General Assembly, and you can help! Make your voice heard by emailing your legislators to tell them that you support early voting and they should too.

I stand with the League against partisan, discriminatory and even illegal tactics that deny eligible Americans the right to vote.

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in April 2019.

Action Alerts

The League is gearing up to take a stand in Congress, statehouses, and courtrooms nationwide to ensure no voters are left behind. Stand with the League in our fight to ensure our elections are always free, fair, and accessible.

Submitted by Wisconsin in April 2019.

Action Alerts

The companion bill was introduced in the U.S.

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Voting Rights

Voting Rights

It's Time to Restore the Vote

Women's Suffrage

Women's Right to Vote Day Updated photos from event

Your Voice Matters! Action Alerts Bring Success!

June LWV Diablo Valley Monthly Action Committee Meeting

Vote YES on SB 72 - Expanding Voter Registration

May LWV Diablo Valley Monthly Action Committee Meeting

In-Person Early Voting

Stop Voter Suppression

Support the For the People Act in the Senate!

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