The Convergence of Immigration, Voting Rights and Commitment to Democracy (Blog) 6/4/2013 This moment of time in our nation’s history is ripe with opportunity to advance the promise of America or turn away from it. As a nation rooted in…
League Sends Letter to U.S. House on Immigration Reform (Legal Document) 5/16/2013 The following letter was sent to the U.S. House on May 16, 2013 regarding immigration reform and citizenship in a Democracy. The League is urging…
TAKE ACTION: Immigration Debate Begins in Senate (Blog) 5/14/2013 The Senate Judiciary Committee is taking the first steps to move legislation on immigration reform to the Senate floor. The committee is considering…
League Sends Letter to U.S. Senate on Immigration Reform (Legal Document) 4/18/2013 The following letter was sent to the U.S. Senate on April 18, 2013 regarding immigration reform and citizenship in a Democracy. The League is urging…
LWV Commends President Obama’s Attention to Our Issues in SOTU Address, But Hoped for More Action on Voting Rights (Blog) 2/13/2013 In last night’s State of the Union (SOTU) address, President Obama addressed many crucial issues affecting our country. His remarks touched on some…
High School Voter Registration (Article) 10/11/2011 The High School Voter Registration Project is a nationwide effort to encourage young people--especially young minorities--to register to vote.…
LWVUS and LWVAZ announce strong opposition to Arizona immigration law (Press Release) 6/14/2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kelly Ceballos June 14, 2010 202-263-1331 LEAGUE OPPOSES STATE LAWS SURPRESSING CIVIL RIGHTS League of Women…
Immigrants: Diversity and Inclusion (Legal Document) 3/7/2007 By Deborah Macmillan Diversity “The cauldron does not burn off immigrant character, creating American sameness, but intensifies its many…
Increasing Voter Registration (Topic Page) Why It Matters Every eligible voter should have a fair and equal opportunity to register to vote and to cast their ballot. Millions of…
Immigration (Topic Page) Why It Matters All people should receive fair treatment under the law, and the US must encourage new citizens' participation in our democracy.…