Oconee and Pickens Counties Subscribed Articles

Oconee and Pickens Counties Subscribed Articles

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters is deeply concerned and saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life and injuries that occurred at two historically Black university’s homecomings this weekend, and in Robeson County, North Carolina.

SC majorities oppose book bans, support background checks, believe abortion should be legal in some cases, and feel diversity strengthens society
Blog Post

Like Grandma, a sizable majority of us are generally opposed to abortion. Also, a strong majority of us believe that women should be able to obtain legal abortions in a number of circumstances. Even many anti-abortion advocates believe that women who seek abortions should not be treated as criminals. S.323 does not represent the people of South Carolina.

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of New York State—represented by Campaign Legal Center (CLC) and the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law (Brennan Center) — filed a motion to intervene as a defendant in a lawsuit brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) to obtain the complete list of all registered voters in New York without proper basis and purpose.

Blog Post

As we celebrate UN Day and the 80th Anniversary since the inception of the United Nations, we must note that there is still the huge issue of gender equality in an institution designed to defend human rights and promote peace and security, as well as sustainable development, around the world.  

Blog Post

As we face a critical moment in our democracy, the League and partners will continue to unite and rise in many forms — including the long tradition of peaceful protest.

News
From: LWV SC
October 16, 2025
 

League of Women Voters of South Carolina supports full practice authority for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)

Public Statement

League of Women Voters of Indiana, Common Cause Indiana, Hoosier Asian American Power, and Exodus Refugee Immigration, have filed a lawsuit against the Indiana Secretary of State and the Co-Directors of the Indiana Election Division challenging several Indiana laws that target only naturalized citizens—not people born as citizens—with unnecessary burdens and potential disenfranchisement. 

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of California (LWVC) filed a motion in federal court to intervene in USA v. Weber, the U.S. Department of Justice’s case against the California Secretary of State, to protect the data of all California voters and prevent misuse of that data, which could harm California communities.

Press Mention

The State

Thousands of people protesting President Donald Trump’s leadership marched peacefully Saturday on Main Street and covered the state capitol grounds in Columbia, waving signs and cheering speeches that derided the president and his policies. Lynn Teague, League of Women Voters of South Carolina VP Issues & Action, criticized the practice of gerrymandering by which Republican majorities in the SC House and Senate have severely limited Democractic representation to far less than the 40% or more who make up the state electorate.

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