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How DEI Impacts Us — And Democracy (Blog)

With attacks from the recent administration, DEI has been a hot topic recently. In a recent blog, I broke down what DEI really is — and isn’t. In this piece, I’ll describe just a few of the ways DEI…

What is DEI? Beyond the Buzzwords (Blog)

If you’ve been keeping up with the news, you’re probably aware of the recent attacks on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) policies. But what is DEI, how does it really impact us and our…

Why We Will Remain the League of WOMEN Voters (Blog)

Over a century after our founding — and the passage of the 19th amendment that granted many women the right to vote — some people question why the League of Women Voters keeps the word ‘women’ in our…

Florida's Voter Intimidation Crisis (Blog)

In recent years, the state of Florida has implemented an alarming series of policies that undermine voter participation, creating conditions ripe for mass voter intimidation. These instances of…

The Sisters Who Inspired International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Blog)

On this International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women, we invite you to learn about why the United Nations created this day and to put that knowledge to use. We invite you and your…

A Snapshot of LWV's 2024 Election Impact (Blog)

In every election — federal or local, competitive or (seemingly) clear-cut, invigorating or exhausting — Leagues empower voters and defend democracy.The 2024 election was no exception.

Reflecting on the Election: We Will Speak Up and Speak Out (Blog)

Last week, the 2024 presidential election was decided. Donald Trump will again become President of the United States. He won both the Electoral College and the popular vote, and when that happens, it…

Bringing My Toddlers to the Polls (Blog)

Bringing a toddler to the polls is not for the faint of heart. I do it anyway because I want them to see democracy and voting in action — even if they spend part of our trip trying unsuccessfully to…

VOTE411's Guide to Voting Like a Gen Z-er (Blog)

VOTE411.org, our one-stop-shop for election information, just turned 18. That means if we choose to personify her — and clearly, we do — she's a Gen Z-er of voting age. And she's got some advice for…

Vice Presidential Debate Bingo (Blog)

Even when they're stressful, debates are essential opportunities for the public to hear directly from the people vying for their votes. Voters deserve to hear what Governor Tim Walz and Senator…