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Reforming the Electoral Count Act (Blog)

11/27/2023

Congress attached legislation to update how votes are counted and cast by the Electoral College to the omnibus appropriations bill that passed in the final days of the 117th Congress. Current…

Fighting Mis- & Disinformation With the Democracy Truth Project (Blog)

11/13/2023

The Democracy Truth Project aims to strengthen democracy and restore trust in the electoral process by combating mis- and disinformation. The project leverages the extensive expertise of League…

The Election's Over — Now What? (Blog)

11/7/2023

You've cast your vote and possibly received the results — so what do you do now to defend democracy? Our advocacy, litigation, and voting rights teams have some tips.

The League Empowers Teens Through Youth Voter Registration Programs (Blog)

10/24/2023

The League of Women Voters Education Fund has registered, educated, and engaged young people through its Youth Voter Registration project since 2010. In January – June 2023, 86 Leagues hosted close…

The Lochner Court: Substantive Due Process and Its Effect on the Supreme Court Today (Blog)

10/19/2023

The Lochner era marked the beginning of the US Supreme Court’s (SCOTUS) expansion of its powers into unenumerated rights, and by extension, Americans’ economic and social lives, which persists today…

Voting Local Matters: Why Vote for Park Board? (Blog)

10/13/2023

Parks provide a place to stay active, gather with loved ones, and spend time in nature, improving our quality of life. Those serving on your local park board are vital to preserving the parkland and…

The Hyde Amendment: An Abortion Barrier Hiding in Plain Sight (Blog)

9/28/2023

The Hyde Amendment prohibits the use of federal funding for most abortions. As a result, most people enrolled in public health programs cannot use their health care coverage to pay for abortion…

Election FAQ (Blog)

9/22/2023

Election Day doesn't have to be confusing! We're answering some of our most frequently received questions on casting your ballot.

Why You Should Celebrate National Voter Registration Day (Blog)

9/19/2023

This year, we've seen firsthand how registering people to vote creates a stronger, more representative America. Americans are taking part in our democracy in full force – and now is our chance to…

Mifepristone: Where Things Stand in the Legal Battle Over Medication Abortion (Blog)

9/18/2023

Mifepristone, a drug commonly used for medication abortion, is under attack in the federal courts. At stake are the rights of women and people who can become pregnant to access one of the most common…