Marilyn McLeod: Defending democracy, from the library to the League of Women Voters (News Clips) 4/18/2024 This story was originally published by The Columbia Missourian Marilyn McLeod’s dedication to democracy started at the public library. She spent 25…
Civil Rights, Voting Rights, Disability Rights Groups Sue Alabama Over SB1’s Extreme Anti-Voter Restrictions and Penalties (Press Release) 4/4/2024 Montgomery, Ala. — Today, a coalition of civil rights, voting rights and disability rights organizations sued Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall…
Amicus Brief from Civic Organizations and Local Leaders Denounces San Francisco for Playing Politics at the US Supreme Court to Cover up the City’s Affordable Housing Failures (Press Release) 4/2/2024 San Francisco, Calif.—Today, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights of the San Francisco Bay Area (“LCCRSF”) submitted an amicus curiae brief to the…
League of Women Voters hosts Walk for Equality in Olean (News Clips) 3/25/2024 This story was originally published by Olean Times Herald. The League of Women Voters of Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties hope about 50 people who…
Empowering Women at the Ballot Box: Breaking Down Barriers with Help From VoteRiders (Blog) 3/20/2024 In honor of Women’s History Month, VoteRiders’ Digital Communications Coordinator Erin Carden spoke with Jessica Jones Caparell, director of…, What is the League of Women Voters’ mission, and what are some of your key initiatives for 2024? Our mission is to empower voters and defend…, How is the League of Women Voters celebrating Women’s History Month this year? We are one — if not the only — active organization born out of…, What kinds of restrictions are blocking women from voting in 2024? The restrictions blocking women from going out to vote are similar to some of the…, We know that when women vote, we bring our whole household out to vote, so the League wants to make sure we're working with organizations like…
Moments to Watch in 2024 (Blog) 2/20/2024 With a high-stakes presidential election, several critical cases before the Supreme Court, and anti-voter laws on the rise across, 2024 is set to be…, Check when your primary or caucus is happening at VOTE411.org. You can also use VOTE411 to find state and local elections and events year-round.…, The Selma 59th Anniversary Jubilee will feature dozens of events, including educational tours and workshops, cultural festivities and performances,…, In another memorable anniversary, President Biden’s 2021 executive order directed federal agencies to develop plans promoting voter registration and…, August 1: Poll Worker Recruitment Day Smooth, accessible elections depend on election workers! Volunteering is a great way to support your…, With as many as 1 in 4 eligible voters not being registered, it’s crucial that we go empower our communities not only to register but to check and…, September – October: Debate Season Candidate debates are a priceless opportunity to hear directly from the candidates on the issues we care about,…, Voting early can be a great option whether you need flexibility in your schedule, want to avoid Election Day crowds, or are just excited to cast…
Opinion: 104 years and counting of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, expanding voting rights for all (News Clips) 2/13/2024 This opinion was originally published in Up North News Celebrating their 104th year, The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin discusses their…
I Still Believe in the Power of Women (Blog) 2/9/2024 When I was hired as the CEO of the League of Women Voters in June 2018, I was honored to have the opportunity to lead this legacy organization. I…, Speaking on this, I said: “My superpower is not unique: in fact, it is the same as yours. And together, we have the most tremendous…, I was no stranger to civil disobedience; however, this was a first for the League. By being arrested, I hoped to demonstrate to League members and…, The League started to own our power more and to frame the conversation around building power in an empowering light. We built out our first-ever…, This 50-state initiative involved hundreds of Leagues and thousands of volunteers engaging on state legislation, federal action and civic education…, Our role as trusted voices around American democracy was a major part of our decision to call for the impeachment of Donald Trump following the…, I wrote a blog emphasizing this point, stating, “As a democracy and voting rights organization, we must be part of the progress that is catalyzed at…, The National and Alabama state Leagues worked hard to develop meaningful relationships with the Jubilee’s leaders and participants, including…, What started as a modest protest with a couple dozen attendees grew into a coalition of more than 50 partners, with hundreds of thousands of online…, Transforming the League One of the things I'm most proud of at this organization is also one of the reasons I’m leaving. …, Final Thoughts While I’m leaving my role as CEO of the League, I’m not going far. I’m still a dues-paying member of my local League of…
Inspiration From Late LWV President Dr. Deborah Ann Turner (Blog) 1/30/2024 League of Women Voters president, the late Dr. Deborah Ann Turner, shared many moments of wisdom throughout her nearly four-year tenure. We hope…, On Voting Rights "In our country, voting rights exemplify freedom — the freedom to determine who we are, who we want to be, and who we want to make…, On Reproductive Freedom "We’re at a turning point in our history. And to me, it all hinges on this: our leaders must act according to the will of…, On Women "Today, and every day after today, I challenge women of all backgrounds and experiences to find time to get to know those that came before…, On Equality "We need the ERA because we need equal pay, fair health care coverage that addresses maternal mortality and coverage for caregivers…, On Racial Justice "Structural racism touches our lives in many ways, from education to health care, to economics, to policing. The Band-Aid has been…, On the League "What may seem like small acts to us — setting up a registration booth, sharing a VOTE411 resource, encouraging someone to write to…, On Life "I have been struggling with the tension between what we have to be thankful for and the quest for a better tomorrow for not just us, the…
League of Women Voters of Nebraska files amicus brief in Planned Parenthood case (News Clips) 1/3/2024 This story was originally published in the Lincoln Journal Star. A nonpartisan civic organization has filed a friend-of-the-court brief in a case…