Unite and Rise 8.5: An Initiative to Defend Democracy

Unite and Rise 8.5: An Initiative to Defend Democracy

Unite and Rise 8.5: Protests and Marches and Rallies

On April 17, 2025, LWV CEO Celina Stewart and President Dianna Wynn released the following statement: 

“From the flagrant disregard for congressional authority and governmental checks and balances to defying Supreme Court orders...one thing is abundantly clear: our country is in a constitutional crisis.    

"We the people must fight back. That is why the League of Women Voters is launching a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5.” 

Through Unite and Rise 8.5, we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy. 

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