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June 21, 2026 - IRIS, the ACLU of Connecticut, and the League of Women Voters of Connecticut are coming together this July 4. Each carries its own mission and history. But all three share a simple conviction: a democracy worthy of celebration must be one where everyone can participate fully and with dignity. Will we honor the promise of 1776, or simply wave flags, cook barbecue, and watch parades?

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UPDATED June 30, 2026 - Most Americans want all eligible voters to be able to vote. They don’t want the results of our elections determined for us by those who will do anything to hold onto power. Here’s what to know about the federal push to restrict voting access nationwide through legislation and executive orders, and what you can do to protect the freedom to vote.

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Nearly 15% of people living in the United States are immigrants; if our nation’s story is a quilt, the immigrant community’s diverse stories are integral squares that hold it together.
Yet immigrants have always been an easy target for bad actors, who use xenophobia to scapegoat foreign-born communities. In moments like this, we must stand against hate and for our neighbors. LWV and the National Partnership for New Americans have identified a few ways you can defend America’s immigrant communities.

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Connecticut voters have been encouraged to take advantage of a week of early voting that began on Monday, leading up to the state’s August 11 party primaries. "Our elections are secure and we make sure that at every step of the process your right is protected. The people who run elections do their jobs professionally and they are there to help you,” said Laura Smits, president of the League of Women Voters of Connecticut, at a news briefing with Governor Ned Lamont on Monday. Read more...

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Primary Day is August 11 and primary voters play a big role in shaping the outcomes of our general elections. Read the FAQ for everything you need to know to make your plan and vote.

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KCBS Radio News Anchor Holly Quan spoke with Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters

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VOTE 2020
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Connecticut voters have been encouraged to take advantage of a week of early voting that began on Monday, leading up to the state’s August 11 party primaries. "Our elections are secure and we make sure that at every step of the process your right is protected. The people who run elections do their jobs professionally and they are there to help you,” said Laura Smits, president of the League of Women Voters of Connecticut, at a news briefing with Governor Ned Lamont on Monday. Read more...

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The League partnered with civil rights attorney and disability rights advocate Britt Belwine to create a message about the challenges faced by voters with disabilities and how tools like absentee ballots can empower voters.