Bucks County

Bucks County

EMPOWERING VOTERS.  DEFENDING DEMOCRACY.

The League of Women Voters of Bucks County, a nonpartisan organization, 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.  We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment in our organization and in the areas in which we work. 
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Warning:  Constitutional Crisis.  Our Country is in a constitutional crisis.  It's time to take our democracy backOur 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. To learn more and commit to Unite and Rise click here!

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Candidate Forum Democratic Primary 1st Congressional District APril 27, 7-9 PM

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Public Statement

The League of Women Voters President Dianna Wynn and CEO Celina Stewart issued the following joint statement in response to the US Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in Louisiana v. Callais, a case concerning the constitutionality of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965:

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Check out these upcoming local events:
April 29, 7-8:30 pm, The Peace Center: Wednesday's in Yardley
May 5, 6-7:30, Beyond the Screen: A Community Conversation on Gun Violence

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters issued the following statement in response to the president’s executive order, “Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections.”

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Action Alerts

The SAVE Act adds unnecessary barriers to voter registration by requiring citizenship documentation—despite existing safeguards. Many eligible voters, especially citizens of color, lack easy access to these documents. Tell your members of Congress to oppose this harmful bill and protect the freedom to vote! Click READ MORE to learn more about the SAVE Act and contact your members of Congress.

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News

In these days of deepening polarization, growing distrust and cynicism brought on by government dysfunction, we might be tempted to withdraw from the public sphere entirely. But now, more than ever, is the right time to look outward and actively participate in neighborhood clubs, organizations and associations that can offer both personal satisfaction and an opportunity to contribute to the betterment of the community.

Blog Post

In 2021, the seeds of our current Constitutional Crisis were being sown.

Reflecting on this tragic day in 2024, League President Dianna Wynn and I noted that January 6 was a reminder of “the sacredness of preserving democracy.” As we look ahead to a critical year for elections and advocacy, this reminder guides my every move. 

Blog Post

Communities across the country, in Minnesota and beyond, are living in terror as federal immigration enforcement agents patrol, surveil, detain, arrest, disappear, injure, and kill civilians. 

We are witnessing firsthand the incredible power of everyday people to reject this assault on our communities, our Constitution, and our democracy. To continue exercising our people-power, we must understand what is happening and what rights we hold.