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The Democracy Impact of President Trump’s First Week Actions

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in January 2025.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON — Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States CEO Celina Stewart issued the following statement in response to actions taken by the new administration and the impact they will have on our democracy:

“In the first week of President Trump’s second term, we’ve witnessed an undeniable assault on the foundation of our democracy.

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The League's Top Achievements in 2024

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in January 2025.

Blog Post

It’s been quite a year. There have been tough moments, no doubt. But as I reflect on the work of the League and our supporters, there is so much to celebrate. I believe that acknowledging all the wins we’ve achieved and the ways we’ve grown is essential, especially during times of change.

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More than 140 Diverse Nonprofit Organizations Call on President to Act for Publication of Equal Rights Amendment

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in January 2025.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON — Today, the League of Women Voters of the United States and more than 140 nonprofit organizations leading in women's, reproductive, LGBTQIA+, civil, and human rights sent a letter to President Biden calling for immedia

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League of Women Voters Remembers Jimmy Carter

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in January 2025.

Public Statement
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League of Women Voters Welcomes 119th Congress in Session

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in January 2025.

Public Statement
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President Biden has created a national monument honoring Frances Perkins, 1st woman to serve in Cabinet.

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in December 2024.

News

 

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Reforming the Electoral Count Act

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in December 2024.

Research & Studies

Congress attached legislation to update how votes are counted and cast by the Electoral College to the omnibus appropriations bill that passed in the final days of the 117th Congress. 

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Celebrating a Legacy - Laura Ladd Bierman

Laura Ladd Bierman

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in December 2024.

Member's Spotlight

LWV THOUGHTS

 

I write to you today with a profound sense of gratitude and appreciation

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VOTE411.org Wins First Place in 4th Annual Anthem Awards

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in December 2024.

Public Statement

The League's VOTE411.org is a one-stop shop for nonpartisan election-related information. The site provides candidate information, voter registration details, polling place locations, and detailed campaign finance data from OpenSecrets.

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Erica Smitka, LWV Executive Director explains Prop 1 on Look TV

Erica Smitka Look TV

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in October 2024.

Press Mention

Erica Smitka, LWV New York State executive director, was interviewed by Look TV, to explain Prop 1 on New York’s November ballot, addressing untruths and clarifying what it covers.

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