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The League of Women Voters has long recognized that the quality of voters’ civic education is fundamental to the success of American democracy. For many of us, that civic education first took root in classrooms where we learned the underlying principles of good government as well as our rights and responsibilities as citizens. Yet, in recent years, Americans’ civic knowledge seems to be in decline, and some recent surveys point specifically to a concerningly low level of civic literacy among young people.

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On May 20, 2025, Bucks County voters will have the opportunity to participate in the Municipal Primary to select party candidates for various local and county offices. Municipal elections do matter! In many ways, the county and local offices on municipal ballots can have a greater impact on the quality of life for our families and communities, especially in such areas as education, public safety, infrastructure, and local services.

Bucks County Women's Journal.  The only educational newspaper serving the women of Bucks County
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On May 20, 2025, Bucks County voters will have the opportunity to participate in the Municipal Primary to select party candidates for various local and county offices. Municipal elections do matter! In many ways, the county and local offices on municipal ballots can have a greater impact on the quality of life for our families and communities, especially in such areas as education, public safety, infrastructure, and local services.

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In these tumultuous times for our country, one of the best ways for us to weigh in on the debate about the future of our democracy is by exercising our right to vote. On November 4th, we can do just that by participating in the 2025 Municipal Election.

2 images of the congressional district map for state of pennsylvania.  one is the map challenged by the league.  the other is the remedied map is the
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Political interest groups are spending millions to misrepresent the facts about a 2018 redistricting case in Pennsylvania and the role of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. “Campaigning is one thing, spin is another – but deliberately false information is an abuse of the system…”

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The League of Women Voters is pleased to announce that the eight candidates running for Pennridge School Board, representing both political parties, have agreed to appear in public and take questions. The forum is scheduled for September 30th from 7-9 pm at Pennridge North Middle School and will be moderated by the League of Women Voters.

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Beginning with the Suffrage Movement, women in Bucks County have worked to have a voice in the civic sphere. And two local organizations have made a significant impact in amplifying women’s voices in our community: the League of Women Voters and the Women’s Political Network of Pennsylvania.

Bucks County Women's Journal.  The only educational newspaper serving the women of Bucks County
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Beginning with the Suffrage Movement, women in Bucks County have worked to have a voice in the civic sphere. And two local organizations have made a significant impact in amplifying women’s voices in our community: the League of Women Voters and the Women’s Political Network of Pennsylvania.

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Let’s make 2025 a year where we continue to build a more inclusive and participatory democracy in Bucks County.

Bucks County Women's Journal.  The only educational newspaper serving the women of Bucks County
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For 104 years, the League of Women Voters has been a nonpartisan, activist, grassroots organization that believes voters should play a critical role in democracy.

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