League of Women Voters Remembers Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter (Press Release) 11/19/2023 WASHINGTON — The League of Women Voters of the United States issued the following statement on the passing of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter: “…
5 Ways to Volunteer for Voting Rights (Blog) 11/8/2023 It's up to us to make sure everyone has the information and ability to cast their vote! Here are five ways you can empower voters and defend…, By volunteering to register voters, you can be the difference in whether someone is able to cast their ballot. Local and state Leagues host countless…, 3. Advocate for Voting Rights Legislation With proposed anti-voter legislation at a historic high, we the people must work to ensure that…, Can't carpool? Studies show that forming an election plan with someone makes them more likely to vote. In your next conversation, ask them how they…
League of Women Voters Reaches Over 2 Million Voters in 2023 Elections (Press Release) 11/8/2023 Washington, DC – On Tuesday, millions of Americans voted in pivotal state and local elections across the country. The League of Women Voters, the…
Nonpartisan election resources available for Kentucky voters (News Clips) 11/7/2023 This story was originally published in Public News Service. As Kentucky voters head to the polls to choose the state's next governor, attorney…
League of Women Voters Empowers Voters with Election Information on Over 20,000 Races and 46,000 Candidates (Press Release) 11/6/2023 WASHINGTON – Millions of voters will cast a ballot in state and local elections Tuesday. They can turn to the League of Women Voters’ election…
LWVUS Joins Comments on Harassment in the Workplace Based on Reproductive Health Care Decisions (Legal Document) 11/1/2023 The League of Women Voters of the United States joined public comments to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on its proposed…
See which states are expanding — or restricting — voting rights (News Clips) 10/27/2023 This story was originally published by the Center for Public Integrity. While restoration of the federal Voting Rights Act languishes in a split…
College Voter Guide: Q&A (Blog) 10/17/2023 Student loans. Protecting the environment. Racial justice. Affordable housing. Reproductive rights. Young people’s…, How do I know if I’m registered to vote? If I’m not, how do I register? You can check your registration, register for the first time, or…, I'm already registered at my hometown address. Should I change my registration to my campus address? If you’re registered to vote at the…, Can I vote somewhere other than my assigned polling place? If you plan to vote in person on Election Day, you must vote at your assigned…, I don't have transportation. Can I still vote? Absolutely! Check to see if your assigned polling place is within walking distance. Early…, What should I take with me to the polls? You may not need to bring anything to the polls, but to make things easier, you can bring:…, How do I decide who to vote for? Ultimately, your values and your community’s needs determine who you vote for. There are many ways to find…
LWVUS Joins Letter Urging President to Finalize Rule on Health Coverage for DACA Recipients (Legal Document) 10/16/2023 The League signed onto a letter to the President urging him to direct the Administration to finalize the proposed rule to allow recipients of the…
Take Action on International Day of the Girl Child (Blog) 10/11/2023 This blog was written by the LWV UN Observer Group Today, Oct. 11, the United Nations, UNICEF, UN Women, LWVUS-UN Observers, and women and girls…, How Can You Support Girls Worldwide? What can you do on this International Day of the Girl Child 2023 to advocate for girls’ peace, security,…