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LWV Cupertino-Sunnyvale v. City of Cupertino Press Statement

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in August 2023.

Public Statement

Cupertino, CA — League of Women Voters of Cupertino-Sunnyvale Co-president Tracey Edwards issued the following statement about the resolution to LWV Cupertino-Sunnyvale v. City of Cupertino:

Celebrating the Coalition Power & Activism that Launched the Voting Rights Act

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in August 2023.

Blog Post

Reflecting on the Voting Rights Act of 1965, it is crucial to acknowledge the hard work of diverse coalitions and dedicated activists who fought tirelessly for its passage. Their unwavering commitment to fairness and justice moved our country towards a more inclusive and democratic society.

Abortion Rights and Access One Year After Dobbs

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in August 2023.

Blog Post

In June 2022, the US Supreme Court ruled in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, ending the federal constitutional right to abortion. This ruling eliminated a fundamental right that women and people who may become pregnant held for nearly fifty years and left the right to abortion up to federal and state legislation.

One year after Dobbs, 20 states are enforcing more limited abortion bans than before the ruling, including 14 states that have banned abortion at conception. Additionally, many have implemented other restrictions that make abortion less accessible.

Federal Court Blocks Implementation of Mississippi’s New Voting Law

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

Public Statement

JACKSON, Miss. — A federal court has granted a request by Disability Rights Mississippi, the League of Women Voters of Mississippi, and three Mississippi voters to block S.B. 2358 — a newly implemented state law that significantly diminishes access to the ballot for Mississippians who need assistance with voting.

Several dozen immigrants become Erie’s newest naturalized citizens

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

News

This article was originally posted by YourErie.com.

Rally opposed to Ohio Issue 1 gathers in Belmont County

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

News

This article was originally posted by WTRF.com.

Changes to Ohio voter ID law will impact August 8 election. Here’s how

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

News

This article was originally published by The Ohio Capital Journal.

One Year After Dobbs: The Emotional Impact of Anti-Abortion Laws

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

Blog Post

Last year’s SCOTUS decision repealing the right to abortion continues to affect millions of people nationwide. Yet while most of us are familiar with its impact on family planning, I wonder if we all understand the full repercussions on every aspect of our lives?

LWV Responds to 2023 Introduction of the Freedom to Vote Act

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON, DC — League of Women Voters of the United States CEO Virginia Kase Solomón issued the following statement in response to the House and Senate introduction of the Freedom to Vote Act:

Common Voting Restrictions That Are More Harmful Than You Might Think

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in July 2023.

Blog Post

In 2023, at least 322 bills restricting voting access were introduced in state legislatures nationwide.

Though many of these restrictions may appear simple and easy to comply with, they often have a huge impact on voters with disabilities, people of color, indigenous communities, students, young voters, and older adults. Four common voting restrictions — third-party ballot drop-off restrictions, early voting restrictions, ballot drop-box restrictions, and strict absentee ballot requirements — are particularly devastating.

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