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Governor Shapiro Implements Automatic Voter Registration in Pennsylvania, Joining Bipartisan Group of States That Have Taken Commonsense Step to Make Voter Registration More Streamlined and Secure

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It’s been a busy few weeks in the PA House, with more focus on legislative rules than we would have thought possible. The outcome is not perfect, but it is an encouraging step toward a more responsive legislative process.

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Pennsylvania has a new congressional map!  

Statement From The League Of Women Voters On Approved Legislative Maps
February 4, 2022

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nighttime photo of people marching on a city street holding signs of letters that spell freedom to vote
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The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is a landmark piece of federal legislation in the US that prohibits racial discrimination in voting. Research shows that the Act had successfully and massively increased voter turnout and voter registrations, in particular among black people. But over the last decade, states have passed laws making it harder to vote. The VRA needs to be fully restored to protect the freedom to vote.

Bucks County Women's Journal.  The only educational newspaper serving the women of Bucks County
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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grass-roots organization of volunteers committed to empowering voters and defending democracy. Founded in 1920, the League's purpose was to give newly enfranchised women sufficient information to vote with confidence. Today, the League of Women Voters of Bucks County, is dedicated to providing voter education and services and advocating for issues. We envision a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate.

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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.

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