Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area

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Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area

The League of Women Voters of the United States encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

The League is proud to be nonpartisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, but always working on vital issues of concern to members and the public.

The League of Women Voters of Utica-Rome Metro Area serves the people of Utica, Rome, Herkimer and the surrounding areas of Upstate NY.   

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 Annual Meeting, May 17th

 Aaron Woodman LWV Utica Annual Meeting
 
Aaron Woodman spoke to us about his civic engagement journey and we had a group discussion about ways to help the local community members become more civically involved. The local 8th grade student who won 1st place in the local Civics Bee competition attended the meeting to provide her insights on civic engagement. She will be headed to the State competition later this month. Good luck!
 
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The Equal Rights Amendment is the Law of the Land

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in May 2025.

Blog Post

The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is the 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which protects the equality of rights under the law regardless of sex. While the ERA is fully ratified and was recognized by a US President as the law of the land, it has yet to be officially published in the Constitution. Advocates were instrumental in achieving constitutional sex equality and will be instrumental in ensuring its enforcement. Today, we need the ERA printed in the Constitution where it rightfully belongs. 

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School Elections

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in May 2025.

Event Date: 
05/20/2025 (All day)
Event location: 

All districts

Vote for the new budget and members of the school board.

 

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League of Women Voters Responds to Arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in May 2025.

Public Statement

LWV and LWVNJ Responds to the Arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka outside an ICE detention facility. 

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If Not Now, When? Protecting Democracy for All New Yorkers!

Lobby Day in Albany

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in May 2025.

News

Today at the NYS Capitol, the League of Women Voters NYS stood in solidarity with partner organizations for Advocacy Day.

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Federal Court Rules in Favor of Voters in North Carolina Post-Election Disenfranchisement Case

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in May 2025.

Public Statement
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Staying True to Nonpartisanship in a Divisive Political Climate

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in May 2025.

Blog Post

 At our core, nonpartisanship is not just a policy — it’s a bedrock principle that defines who we are at the League of Women Voters. As a membership organization committed to empowering voters and defending democracy, we do not support or oppose political parties or candidates. 

Our focus has always been, and will continue to be, on the issues that matter to our communities: ensuring fair elections, protecting voting rights, and strengthening our democratic institutions. 

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TODAY: League of Women Voters Launches ‘Unite and Rise 8.5’ Initiative

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in May 2025.

Public Statement

On May 1, 2025, the League of Women Voters of the United States , launched a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5, which aims to engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters through advocacy, civic education, and community engagement. 

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Get Involved - Volunteer Opportunities in the League

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in March 2023.

Blog Post

Learn more about the League by joining and volunteering.
- Voter Services
- Observer Corps
- Vote411
- Membership
- Program
- Website/Social Media

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Video Instructions for New Voters in NYS

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Short videos that our members made that will assist new or interested citizens in navigating the voting process, from obtaining a registration form, early voting and including voting absentee. 

On May 4, 2021 the governor signed legislation that allows anyone on parole to vote in all elections. The final video is addressed to all parolees.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

LWV is an organization fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on any basis.

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