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15 Years of Making Democracy Work (Blog)

I will be stepping down in a few weeks after 15 years as the League’s executive director. I am confident that the League will continue its work to make American democracy as good as the ideals on…

95 Years after the 19th Amendment – The Fight for Equality and Voting Rights Continue (Blog)

Read President Elisabeth MacNamara's Huffington Post article on the 95th anniversary of the 19th Amendment.

95 Years Ago: A Final Step Towards the 19th Amendment and Women’s Right to Vote (Blog)

In 1920, a single vote in the Tennessee legislature guaranteed that the 19th Amendment, securing women the right to vote would, at last, become law.

League Statement on the Death of Civil Rights Leader Julian Bond (Press Release)

"The League is committed to honoring Julian Bond's legacy in our ongoing work to keep our elections free, fair and accessible for every eligible voter,” said President MacNamara.

Meet the League: Catherine Collins (Blog)

I enjoy seeing the historical moments the League has been involved in captured in the memorabilia on our office walls.

League of Women Voters of Oklahoma Helps Bring State into Compliance with the National Voter Registration Act (Blog)

The League of Women Voters of Oklahoma recently helped secure a big victory for voters in their state by reaching an agreement with the State Election Board and state agencies ensuring compliance…

Learning from Candidate Debates (Blog)

Last week, the first debate for the 2016 presidential election took place. Here are a few things you can do to get the most out of watching future debates.

Voting Rights Act Marks Fiftieth Anniversary (Press Release)

“The Voting Rights Act (VRA) is one of the most significant pieces of legislation in American history,” said President MacNamara.

50 Years After the Voting Rights Act Became Law, It Needs to be Restored (Blog)

Fifty years ago today, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act (VRA) into law, calling the day ''a triumph for freedom." The VRA was an historic achievement that changed America.

Meet the League: Betsy Lawson (Blog)

League members don’t just talk the talk, they walk the walk. When a problem arises, League members join with others to focus on the challenge and try to solve it.