Expanding Voter Access

Expanding Voter Access

We fight to increase voters’ access to the polls, including expanding early voting, automatic and online voter registration.

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Ins and Outs of Proposition 50

Democracy

This slide deck is designed to provide basic information about congressional districts, the selection process and purpose. The powerpoint also includes nonpartisan information regarding Proposition 50, including what it is and the ins and outs of the Proposition. The content was developed by the League of Women Voters of Stanislaus County and is based on the information provided in the Easy Voter Guide. The League hopes that this information will be useful to voters for the November 4th election.

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Unite and Rise 8.5

Unite and Rise 8.5 Initiative

Unite and Rise 8.5: Empowering Voters for Change

The League of Women Voters (LWV) is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy. One of its key initiatives, Unite and Rise 8.5, is a powerful program aimed at strengthening civic engagement, increasing voter participation, and ensuring that all voices are heard in the democratic process.

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Highlights from the League

October Newsletter

Dear League Members and Friends,

As we welcome the crisp air of autumn, I’m reminded of the importance of staying engaged and active in our communities, particularly as we approach another critical election season. It’s an exciting time for our League, as we continue to advance our mission to empower voters and defend democracy.

“Democracy is not a state. It is an act, and each generation must do its part.”— John Lewis, U.S. Congressman and Civil Rights Leader

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Your Support is Needed for Early Voting

early voting

We need your support! Thanks to everyone who submitted testimony in support of early voting. But the work is not done.

Implementing early voting will require communications with the public, training for volunteers, and technical support for municipal employees... all of which requires FUNDING. 

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Keep Voting Safe and Accessible in Wisconsin

Graphic that says "TELL YOUR STATE LEGISLATORS TO KEEP VOTING SAFE AND ACCESSIBLE. TAKE ACITON"

Submitted by Wisconsin in April 2021.

Action Alerts

The Wisconsin State Legislature is moving very quickly on several bills that would make it more difficult for Wisconsinites to obtain an absentee ballot or vote.

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Natiional Voter Registration Day at Cape Cod Mall

Voter Registration Supplies

Submitted by The Cape Cod Area in September 2020.

Event Date: 
09/22/2020 - 3:00pm to 09/23/2020 - 2:45pm
Event location: 

Cape Cod MAll

National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 22. 

 

Come join us on the Hyannis Green from 10 am to 2 pm and at the Cape Cod Mall, Hyannis from 3 pm to 6 pm. 

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Blacksburg Farmers Market Voter Registration Tabling Event

Blacksburg Farmers Market voter registration

Submitted by Montgomery County, VA in September 2025.

Event Date: 
09/27/2025 - 7:30am to 2:15pm
Event location: 

Blacksburg Farmers Market

The League of Women Voters of Montgomery County, VA is holding a voter registration tabling event at the Blacksburg Farmers Market, 108 W Roanoke St, Blacksburg, VA 24060 on September 27, 2025, 7:30AM - 2:30 PM.

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First Tuesday Talk & Happy Hour Social: Hokies Vote Caucus

Bull & Bones, Blacksburg, VA

Submitted by Montgomery County, VA in September 2025.

Event Date: 
10/07/2025 - 5:30pm
Event location: 

Bull & Bones Brewhaus

Meet Our Virginia Tech Democracy Fellows

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LWVNC President Jennifer Rubin Discusses the Negative Impact of Proposed Voting Law Changes with NC Newsline

Voters in line

Submitted by North Carolina in September 2025.

News
September 8, 2025
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US Citizen and Immigration Services Bans Voter Registration at Naturalization Ceremonies

Submitted by The Cooperstown Area in September 2025.

Public Statement

WASHINGTON – September 2. Today, Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters, released the following statement in response to revised policy guidance from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS):    

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