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Amicus Brief for Citizens United vs. Federal Election Commission
Brief of the League of Women Voters of the United States and Constitutional Accountability Center as amici curiae in Support of appellee
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League Files Amicus Brief in Arizona Voter ID Case
In an amicus curiae brief, the League asked the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to recognize that the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 prohibits a proof-of-citizenship requirement when using the national mail voter registration application form.
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Report of the Election Audits Task Force
The Election Audits Task Force was convened in spring 2008 by President Mary Wilson with the charge to produce a report taking a comprehensive view of election audits. Audits should go beyond Election Day activities and functions, and examine all aspects of the election process. Leagues should find this report useful in talking with their legislatures and elections officials about election auditing.
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League President Speaks on Judicial Impartiality
In July 2008, League president Mary G. Wilson spoke before distinguished experts on the need to maintain fair and impartial courts.
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New York Times Highlights League Concerns over Vets' Rights
The League is speaking out following a decision by the Department of Veterans Affairs to block voter registration drives at veterans' hospitals and nursing homes.
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Missouri Voter ID Legislation Coverage
Read highlights of coverage of the Missouri League and other coalition partners who are fighting a proposal to implement a restrictive voter ID law.
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Missouri League strikes back against Voter ID Proposal
The Missouri League is striking back against a proposed voter ID law that could disenfranchise hundreds of thousands of eligible voters in 2008. Read a Letter to the Editor here.
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Striking Back Against Restrictive Voter ID Laws
The League is reacting to the recent Supreme Court decision on Voter ID requirements with renewed efforts to protect voters around the country. Read a special letter from LWV President Mary G. Wilson here.
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Update on Audit Bill (HR 5036)
Last week, the Committee on House Administration met to mark up HR 5036, legislation that would provide federal funding to replace voting systems that do not use or produce a paper ballot verified by the voter or a paper ballot printout verifiable by the voter at the time of casting the vote.
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Election 2008: A Broadcaster's Guide to Getting Out the Vote
In this election guide, NAB and the League of Women Voters provide radio and television stations with
detailed information and expert perspective on how you can help boost voter registration, education and
turnout in your communities in 2008.
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Leagues File Amicus Brief in Indiana Voter ID Case
The LWVs of Indiana and Indianapolis and the LWVUS filed a joint amicus brief in the Supreme Court case that will determine the constitutionality of an Indiana law requiring voters to present photo ID at polling places. The brief details experiences of a number of Indiana voters whose votes were not counted or whose rights were denied, and points out each and every individual's fundamental right to vote.
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League Executive Director Testifies Before Election Assistance Commission
LWVUS Executive Director Nancy Tate today testified before the U.S. Election Assistance Commission on voter registration issues.
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League President Testifies Before Senate Committee
Read the written statement submitted by LWVUS President Mary G. Wilson on the Ballot Integrity Act of 2007.
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LWV Summary of H.R. 811, introduced by Representative Rush Holt (D NJ)
Read an LWV-prepared summary of H.R. 811, legislation introduced by Representative Rush Holt (D NJ)on the issue of Voter-Verifiable Permanent Paper Ballots.
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Helping America Vote: Thinking Outside the Ballot Box: Innovations for the Polling Place
League's new report, "Thinking Outside the Ballot Box: Innovations at the Polling Place" points to election modernization.
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Helping America Vote: Safeguarding the Vote
Safeguarding the Vote outlines a set of recommended operational and management practices for state and local election officials to enhance voting system security, protect eligible voters and ensure that valid votes are counted.
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Helping America Vote: A Guide to Implementing the New Federal Provisional Ballot Requirement
Helping America Vote provides recommendations that ensure provisional ballots serve their purpose. The report highlights model state practices on specific points and provides useful guidance to state decision makers, Leagues and other advocates working to protect the fundamental right to vote.
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