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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government.

Women's Journal and Suffrage News Newspaper clipDuring these uncertain times, we know that you are doing all you can to ensure your health and safety, and that of your community. The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island wants you to know that we remain committed to empowering voters and defending democracy. There are many ways that you can participate in strengthening our democracy. See a few highlights below.
Be safe and healthy!
Your friends at LWVRI
 

100 years of the League of Women Voters and the 19th Amendment in 2020!

 

Vote-By-Mail in November 3 Election

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

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The Secretary of State has sent out applications for Mail Ballots to all registered voters in Rhode Island with a postage paid return envelope. If you want to vote by mail, don't wait. The process takes time.

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LWVRI Provides Key Voter Education Tool at VOTE411.ORG

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Submitted by Rhode Island in August 2020.

Public Statement

“In this time of COVID-19, it is so important that Rhode Island voters have a distinct and singular on-line space for election information,” said Jane Koster, President of LWVRI. “I encourage Rhode Islanders to visit www.VOTE411.org where they will find answers to questions by candidates regarding issues that are important to Rhode Islanders.”

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Living Literature celebrates the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

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Three Living Literature performers offer a 40-50 minute collage of writings & speeches of Susan B.

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The U.S. Senate must put American families first

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

Action Alerts

CONTACT YOUR SENATORS NOW

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Westerly Candidate Forums

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

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The South County League is holding Candidate events for Westerly Town Council, Westerly School Committee, and RI House Districts 37 and 38. All forums will be available live via the link:

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PHOTOS: Plenty of fun at the League of Women Voters South County voter-registration drive

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

Press Mention

League of Women Voters South County registering voters at the Eslplanade, Westerly Library & Wilcox Park on National Registration Day September 22.

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Newport County Forum Videos - General Election

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

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September 10 Newport School Committee Candidates Forum

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We’re Facing a Historic Shortage of Poll Workers. Can Voters Count on You?

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

Blog Post

LWVUS Blog
With three months to go until Election Day, America is facing a critical shortage of poll workers, the linchpin of our voting process, all of whom need to be signed up and trained in time for November.

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Households May Receive Follow-Up Visits From 2020 Census Takers

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Submitted by Rhode Island in September 2020.

Public Statement

Visits Serve as Quality Checks to Ensure Everyone Is Counted

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East Bay Forums - Primary

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Submitted by Rhode Island in August 2020.

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Bristol Town Council forum on Sept. 2, 2020
The Forum for candidates for RI Senate District 18
Links to videos here.

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The (Unfinished) Legacy of the Women’s Suffrage Movement: The Vote, Equity & Reform – Community Discussion Series

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Submitted by Rhode Island in August 2020.

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The Fight for a Livable Wage – Wednesday, September 30

Speakers:
Marcela Betancur – Executive Director, Latino Policy Institute
Rachel Flum – Executive Director, Economic Progress Institute
Mary Kay Harris - Providence City Councilor

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SCOTUS Upholds Decision Waiving Rhode Island Mail Ballot Requirements during COVID-19

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Submitted by Rhode Island in August 2020.

Public Statement

League of Women Voters of the US (LWVUS)
Press Release
WASHINGTON—Today, the United States Supreme Court affirmed the ruling of two lower courts to waive the two-witness and notary requirement for absentee ballots in Rhode Island for 2020 elections. The case was brought by the League of Women Voters of Rhode Island, Common Cause Rhode Island, and individual Rhode Island voters with significant risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19.

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