Letter to Congress
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On February 14, 2025 the 105th anniversary of its founding, the League of Women Voters sent a letter to Congressional leadership regarding the organization's grave concern over the state of our nation. Specifically, the League writes to urge Congress to exercise its authority to protect the rule of law, defend the Constitution, and end the overreach that the Executive Branch has shown in the last few weeks. The attached letter outlines our concerns and is signed by leadership from every state League and DC affiliate in the country.

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Women Defend Democracy
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The League of Women Voters Women Defend Democracy campaign kicks off for the first 100 days of the new administration and beyond. The League of Women Voters is well positioned to defend attacks on democracy in the coming months and years. Together, we believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy."

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DEI In the News - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A League Principle
Just what is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and what difference does it make?

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DEI In the News - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A League Principle
Just what is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and what difference does it make?

To learn about the importance of DEI to the work of the League of Women Voters click READ MORE

On the 105th anniversary of its founding, the League of Women Voters sent a letter to Congressional leadership regarding the organization's grave concern over the state of our nation. Specifically, the League writes to urge Congress to exercise its authority to protect the rule of law, defend the Constitution, and end the overreach that the Executive Branch has shown in the last few weeks.
candidate forums

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The League of Women Voters of Downers Grove, Woodridge, Lisle hosted candidate forums for the April 1, 2025 election. The forums were held virtually.   Included in the forums were candidates for the following local elections:

Candidates Night March 18 2025
Event Date: 
03/18/2025 - 7:00pm
Event location: 

Online

Recording is available here: 
Brown Bag February 2025
Event Date: 
02/28/2025 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Event location: 

Online

https://tinyurl.com/LWVBrownBag or

Zoom Meeting ID: 880 3835 5536 - Passcode: LWV

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Event Date: 
02/25/2025 - 7:00pm
Why attend?  To learn more about how LWVIL decides what policy issues to support or oppose based on League priorities and positions AND to give your input!
 
LWV Response to Trump Administration's Weaponization of Government
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"As an organization committed to empowering voters and defending democracy, the League is outraged by the current administration’s actions against the American people. We are equally concerned about the inaction of our elected officials in Congress to exercise their constitutional authority and put a stop to this attack on democratic institutions, Americans, and the rule of law..." - LWV CEO Celina Stewart

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