Oconee and Pickens Counties Subscribed Articles

No matter what the US Supreme Court decides, more voters must turn out in SC primaries

Submitted by South Carolina in November 2023.

Public Statement

Because of heavily weighted districts, most elections in South Carolina are decided in the primaries.
At present a very small percentage of voters turn out for these elections, usually less than 20%. Under these conditions, small groups can elect candidates who will shape government to reflect their preferences. Unfortunately, our most extreme fellow citizens tend to be among our most highly motivated. They vote in every election.
Instead of allowing them to decide how we are governed, we must all vote in the primaries.

League of Women Voters Remembers Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON — The League of Women Voters of the United States issued the following statement on the passing of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter:

Giving Thanks to Democracy's Defenders

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Blog Post

When I look at everything people have done this year to protect and uplift every person’s voice, I find so much to be thankful for.

This is for the election workers, voters, and League volunteers who empowered voters and defended democracy this year.

Fighting Mis- & Disinformation With the Democracy Truth Project

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Blog Post

The Democracy Truth Project aims to strengthen democracy and restore trust in the electoral process by combating mis- and disinformation. The project leverages the extensive expertise of League leaders and partners to provide the public with information and tools to participate in our democracy and restore trust in the political system.

Submitted by South Carolina in November 2023.

Blog Post

The S. C. House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee to Examine the Judicial Selection and Retention Process has begun its work. The Committee is chaired by Rep. Tommy Pope and includes representatives William Bailey, Micah Caskey, Brandon Guffey, Robby Robbins, Ivory Thigpen, Chris Wooten, Weston Newton, Justin Bamberg, Gilda Cobb-Hunter, Russell Ott, Annen Thayer and Spencer Wetmore.

League of Women Voters Reaches Over 1.9 Million Voters in 2023 Elections

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Public Statement

Washington, DC – On Tuesday, millions of Americans voted in pivotal state and local elections across the country. The League of Women Voters, the oldest voting rights organization reached over 1.9 million voters, the most ever for a non-federal election cycle.

League of Women Voters Reaches Over 2 Million Voters in 2023 Elections

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Public Statement

Washington, DC – On Tuesday, millions of Americans voted in pivotal state and local elections across the country. The League of Women Voters, the oldest voting rights organization reached over two million voters, the most ever for a non-federal election cycle.

Assault Weapons: What is Their Legality and Impact?

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Blog Post

In mass shootings, the number of people shot is six times higher when an assault weapon is involved and five times higher when a large-capacity magazine is involved. In an analysis, assault weapons accounted for more than 85% of deaths in mass shootings.

League of Women Voters Empowers Voters with Election Information on over 20,000 Races and 46,000 Candidates

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON – Millions of voters will cast a ballot in state and local elections Tuesday and can turn to the League of Women Voters’ election website, VOTE411.org, for all the election information they need. Throughout 2023, the League of Women Voters provided essential information on an impressive 20,000 races and 46,000 candidates, empowering voters with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions.

Maine lawmakers, gun safety groups call for assault weapons ban

Submitted by the US (LWVUS) in November 2023.

News

This story was originally published by Public News Service.

"It's going to take that kind of courage from our political leaders," said Kellar, "but I think it's what their constituents are really looking for from them in a moment like this, is to do that soul searching and take a stand when they need to."

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