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Berrien & Cass Counties

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that protects and expands voting rights and ensures everyone is represented in our democracy. The League neither endorses nor opposes candidates or political parties. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy and education. Membership is open to men and women at least 16 years of age.

The Berrien/Cass League serves people in Berrien/Cass Counties.
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LWVBCC Book Club

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in November 2024.

Event Date: 
01/13/2025 - 10:00am
Event location: 

at the home of Faith Schoon

Join us for the discussion of "The Dictionary of Lost Words", by Pip Williams
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LWVMI ACTION ALERT: Michigan Voting Rights Act

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in December 2024.

Action Alerts

The League of Women Voters of MI is asking you to urge your State Legislators to support passage of Senate Bills 401-404 to enact the MI Voting Rights Act (MVRA) in the lame duck session.

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LWV Make your voice heard - Support these Legislative Initiatives

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in November 2024.

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LWV urgers you to contact your elected officials to support legislation that stands up for your values. Take action on these crucial pieces of legislation.

Speak up on the issues that matter!

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LWVMI ACTION ALERT - National Popular Vote in Lame Duck Session

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in April 2024.

Action Alerts

The National Popular Vote(NPV) guarantees that the electoral college and the presidency will be won by the candidate who wins the most popular votes in all 50 states and DC. When enacted, NPV will apply the concept of “one person, one vote” to our presidential elections, making every voter politically relevant in every presidential election for the first time. LWVMI supports House Bill 4156 and Senate Bill 126, which would add Michigan’s 15 electoral votes to a growing number of states supporting National Popular Vote.

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Book Choices and Locations January – June 2025

Book Club

Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in November 2024.

News

LWVBCC MembersA note about our book choices and sites for 2025:

    • January 13 – The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams – at the home of Faith Schoon
    • February 24 – Healing the Heart of Democracy by Parker J. Palmer – Niles Public Library
    • April 7 – James by Percival Everett at the home of Barbara Starke
    • May 19 – That Librarian by Amanda Jones at the home of Judy Scully
    • June 30 – John Lewis: A Life by David Greenberg – Bridgman Public Library

You are invited to join us for these book discussions.

Enjoy these great books,
Faith Schoon

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PRESENTATION ON ELECTION AND IMPLICATIONS FOR FOREIGN POLICY

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in November 2024.

Event Date: 
11/14/2024 - 6:00pm
Event location: 

Bridgman Public Library - Community Room

The League of Women Voters of Berrien and Cass Counties presentation on "Election and Implications for Foreign Policy" by Ambassador John R. Nay. To view the recording of this presentation Click here - Passcode is - s*704J^Y

Recording Summary
LWVCC discussed the potential impact of President Trump's foreign policy on international relations, particularly with regards to the US's relationships with its neighbors, Canada, Mexico, and Cuba, as well as the geopolitical implications of the US election on NATO and Russia. They also touched on the ongoing issues between China and the 9-dash line in the South China Sea, the challenges and potential solutions for the US-Israel relationship, and the accomplishments of the previous administration in foreign affairs. Lastly, they discussed the influence of ambassadors, the potential effects of Elon Musk's satellite control over Taiwan and Ukraine, and the potential economic consequences of tariffs.
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LWV MI ACTION ALERT: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

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Submitted by Berrien & Cass Counties in March 2024.

Action Alerts

The League of Women Voters of Michigan urges the passage of SB 669 and SB 670 that would make the Legislature and the Governor subject to the Freedom of Information Act.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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LWV is an organization fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the organization’s current and future success in engaging all individuals, households, communities, and policy makers in creating a more perfect democracy.

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Officers and Board Members

Faith Schoon - President
Beverly Gray - Vice-President
Woodie Bennett - Secretary
Merrily Smith - Corresponding Secretary 
John & Carla Ripley - Treasurer & Communications Coordinator
Mike Schnable - Member-at-large
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Audrey Lester - Sabbatical
Mary Beth Mullenholz
Dorothy Parker
Charmae Sanders 
Amy Scrima 
Barbara Starke
Kyra Walsh 
Melissa Clapper - Consultant
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