UPDATE: A federal judge in Georgia denied the plaintiffs request for emergency relief, ensuring that all valid absentee ballots turned in through the Election Day deadline will be counted. 

The League of Women Voters of Georgia, Georgia State Conference of the NAACP, and Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda filed an amicus brief in Republican National Committee v. Mahoney to ensure that absentee ballots received over the weekend are counted. 

The League of Women Voters of the United States denounces any political leaders and candidates using language that invokes violence.

November 5 is nearly here! As the countdown to Election Day ticks down, the LWVC is all in—working through every angle to support voters across California. Our team and dedicated volunteers are answering questions, directing voters to resources, and ensuring accessible voting for all. On the advocacy side, we’re monitoring ballot measures and gearing up for 2025 grassroots-driven action through Program Planning. Plus, applications are still open to join our Board of Directors! Read on to learn how to stay informed, and snag some voting swag before Election Night!

Bringing a toddler to the polls is not for the faint of heart. I do it anyway because I want them to see democracy and voting in action — even if they spend part of our trip trying unsuccessfully to use the ballot-marking device or playing with the pens in the voting booth.