LWV Statement on Iowa Democratic Caucus (Press Release) 2/4/2020 The delay in results of the Iowa Caucus is another reminder why we need to invest in our election infrastructure and election security.
The Equal Rights Amendment: What Happens Now? (Blog) 1/30/2020 On January 27, 2020, Virginia became the 38th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. Now that the amendment has passed the 38-state threshold for ratification, several questions have arisen…
Michigan Laws Michigan ballot law changes struck down by a 2nd court (News Clips) 1/28/2020 The Michigan Court of Appeals has struck down part of lame-duck petition drive law that would have put a 15% cap on petition signatures from one district.
CBS19 News: Charlottesville League of Women Voters celebrate ERA ratification (News Clips) 1/28/2020 The LWV of Charlottesville reflects on the importance of Virginia ratifying the ERA.
LWV Partners with Grammys Brunch to Promote Voting in 2020 (Press Release) 1/24/2020 The League and Family Tree Entertainment are teaming up to promote voting at the 9th Annual Pre-Grammy Managers’ Brunch.
LWV of Houston Registers More Than 31,000 New Citizens to Vote in 2019 (Blog) 1/22/2020 In 2019, LWV of Houston volunteers registered more than 31,000 new citizens to vote. Here's how they did it.
Ohio’s voter registration purge targeted thousands in error. Now, a call for change. (News Clips) 1/22/2020 After many inaccuracies with the Ohio voter purge, the state of Ohio has called for a change in how they will manage voter rolls moving forward.
What’s at Stake for This Census (Blog) 1/17/2020 Community organizing and advocacy will be an essential part of GOTC efforts this year. Here's what's at stake.
League Celebrates Equal Rights Amendment Ratified by Virginia (Press Release) 1/15/2020 Virginia ratifies the Equal Rights Amendment, achieving support from three-fourths of all 50 states required for the ERA to become a constitutional amendment.