Fighting each day for the America we aspire to be (Blog) 6/18/2020 On the week that marks the eighth anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, SCOTUS has decided to overrule the wrongful termination of this crucial program.
Standing Up for Voting Rights in 2020: A Plaintiff’s Story (Blog) 6/8/2020 Vivian chose to join LWV of Minnesota Education Fund v. Simon because she hopes that, by telling her story, she can make progress in dismantling subtle systems of voter suppression.
COVID-19, the Census, and Redistricting (Blog) 5/27/2020 Because of COVID-19, the Census has been forced to propose changes to its operating timeline and the dates for sending data regarding apportionment and redistricting.
Honoring the National Voter Registration Act (Blog) 5/20/2020 Very much like life, there have been challenges often, but with each test, the NVRA has uncovered valuable lessons on how to remain standing.
The Census and Coronavirus (Blog) 4/9/2020 In these times of uncertainty and physical distancing, standing together with our communities is more important than ever.
In the Know: The Rise in Voter Purge Litigation (Blog) 4/7/2020 When removing voters from the rolls, election officials should err on the side of protecting democracy not increasing disenfranchisement.
10 Things Elections Officials Can Do to Safeguard Our Elections This Spring, Summer, and Fall (Blog) 3/30/2020 Local elections officials are in a unique position to take steps—right now—to protect voters’ rights and address voters’ safety concerns.
Preparing for Census Day 2020 (Blog) 3/19/2020 It’s 2020, and that means in addition to a presidential election, this year is also a critical census year.
LWV Fights to Keep Missouri Clean (Blog) 3/10/2020 In 2018, voters in Missouri made it clear that transparency, reforming campaign finance, & ending gerrymandering were important steps to be taken in reforming our democracy.