The Abington-Cheltenham-Jenkintown Area Subscribed Articles

The Abington-Cheltenham-Jenkintown Area Subscribed Articles

News deserts carry grave implications

Bucks County Herald Logo An Independent, non partisan, non profit community news organization

Submitted by Bucks County in July 2024.

News

The rate of newspaper closures is accelerating, with a third of the nation’s papers expected to shut their doors by the end of this year. This trend brings grave implications for our democracy — and that is why the League of Women Voters cares.

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Historic July Events - Voting Rights for All

july - celebrate democracy - the right to vote is the very essence of democracy

Submitted by Bucks County in June 2024.

Blog Post

The right to vote is essential to a well-functioning democracy. There are many historic moments that occurred in the month of July to expand voting for previously disenfranchised American citizens. Here are some to commemorate.

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We ask candidates where they stand

Bucks County Herald Logo An Independent, non partisan, non profit community news organization

Submitted by Bucks County in June 2024.

News

Between now and November, candidates for many offices will be asking for your vote. But they must do their part to earn those votes. Learning where candidates stand on the two or three issues you care about can help you decide how to cast your vote. And there are several ways to find out — but only if the candidates participate.

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All Bucks County State House Candidates Invited to First-Ever Forum on Education

Submitted by Bucks County in June 2024.

Public Statement

Three nonprofit organizations will host 20 candidates Sept. 12 at Bucks County Community College in Newtown. BCCC Social Science faculty member Bill Pezza will moderate the live, non-partisan forum to educate voters ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

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Delaware County Daily Times Covers LWVCDC Program on Immigration

Immigration

Submitted by Central Delaware County in May 2024.

News

By KATHLEEN E. CAREY | kcarey [at] delcotimes.com | delcotimes.com
The League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County took on the issue of immigration on Friday as experts delved into the numbers and issues behind what drives immigrants to the United States.

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Letter to the Editor: Voter ID Adequate, Earlier Pre-canvassing Needed

Submitted by Central Delaware County in May 2024.

News

Editor, Delaware County Daily Tims
By Jodine Mayberry
As a longtime Delaware County poll worker and member of the League of Women Voters, I laughed when I read House Republican leader Bryan Cutler’s comment that 73% of the people support voter ID while (only) 50% support earlier pre-canvassing of mail-in ballots.

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Our League of Women Voters Nonpartisan Statement

Nonpartisan Statement

Submitted by Central Delaware County in April 2024.

Blog Post

The League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, grassroots organization. We adhere to the League of Women Voters nonpartisan principle and we do NOT support or oppose any political party or candidate. The League DOES investigate and advocate on good governance and social policy issues.

To learn more about our nonpartisan statement Click READ MORE

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Vote in the Pa. Primary if you can

Bucks County Herald Logo An Independent, non partisan, non profit community news organization

Submitted by Bucks County in April 2024.

News

Tuesday, April 23 is Pennsylvania’s primary day. The PA Primary is where citizens currently registered as either Republicans or Democrats choose candidates who will represent their respective political parties in the November 2024 general election.

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Voting Matters

Your Vote Counts

Submitted by Central Delaware County in April 2024.

News

PA Primary date Tuesday, April 23 conflicts with Passover which is a problem. To learn more about this issue and to access helpful election resources Click READ MORE

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Defending Democracy

Bucks County Women's Journal. The only educational newspaper serving the women of Bucks County

Submitted by Bucks County in April 2024.

News

Democracy depends on the participation of its citizens, and the more Pennsylvanians who stand up and fight for our rights and freedoms, the better our state will be. Being an informed voter is our best shot at preserving the precious democracy we so love and deserve.

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