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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General meeting - Democracy in Detention

  

 

 

 

 

Get to know LWVUS CEO Celina Stewart Esq. and her powerful story on how she got into voting rights.

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In our Unite and Rise 8.5 video series, LWV CEO Celina Stewart, Esq. talks to democracy experts on how to stand up and speak out to defend democracy.
 
In this episode, political scientist and author of "Bread and Roses: Women on the Frontlines of Revolution," Dr. Erica Chenoweth, discusses how today's organizers can learn from the past.

LWV Statement on Threats Against HBCUs and Campus Violence

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in September 2025.

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of the United States condemns the recent threats made against Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which forced campuses into lockdown and spread fear among students, faculty, and staff.

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LWV Statement on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in September 2025.

Public Statement
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2025 General Election & Early Voting Information

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in September 2025.

Event Date: 
11/04/2025 - 6:00am to 9:00pm

Oneida County Election Day

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“Use It or Lose It” Purges Threaten College Students’ Right to Vote

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in September 2025.

Blog Post

Student voters are increasingly powerful — boasting some 40 million eligible voters. However, students face a hidden threat to their right to vote: “Use It or Lose It” voter roll purging laws. 

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LWV Files Amicus Brief in Support of Fair Maps in Louisiana v. Callais

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in September 2025.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON — Late Wednesday, the League of Women Voters and partner organizations filed an amicus brief in the US Supreme Court case Louisiana v. Callais supporting fair representation for Black voters in Louisiana.

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No Harm to Our Communities: Mapping Guidance for Elected Officials

Submitted by Utica-Rome Metropolitan Area in September 2025.

News

The League of Women Voters urges all states undertaking mid-cycle redistricting to adhere to transparent, nonpartisan standards that protect voters and communities. Redistricting is a cornerstone of representative democracy.

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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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