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Honoring Hurricane Sandy’s Voting Heroes

By: Elisabeth MacNamara05/10/2013

Gathering state and local election officials along with nonprofit partners, the LWVNJ recognized the hard work, dedication and community spirit that prevailed after Hurricane Sandy ripped through the state last fall.

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hurricane sandy, election 2012, polling place

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The Fight to Reform Campaign Finance Laws Continues

By: Jessica Jones05/09/2013

The summer and fall months of 2013 are shaping up to play an important role in the fight to reform our broken campaign finance system. Here’s a little more detail on what is going on around this issue.

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campaign finance reform, DISCLOSE Act, McCutcheon v. FEC, Follow the Money Act, Federal Election Commission

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Early Voting Measures Reduce Long Lines, Increase Access to the Polls

By: Renee Davidson05/09/2013

In November, millions of Americans spent hours waiting in long lines in order to exercise their right to vote. One solution? Implement better early voting laws. Leagues in Florida and New York are showing us how it's done.

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early voting, League of Women Voters of Florida, League of Women Voters of New York, voting reforms

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