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Happy Thanksgiving from the League (Blog)

I have been taking this time to think about all that I am thankful for this year – and one of the biggest things is you! You have made this an amazing year for LWV and for our democracy.

Voter Protection: Three Takeaways from Election Protection’s Post-Election Convening (Blog)

Attending the Election Protection convening made me excited for what’s ahead in 2015. I’m looking forward to hearing about the successes that will emerge next year.

Observing Elections and Protecting Voters in Wisconsin (Blog)

The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin has been running an election observer program since 2010. Read their guest blog post on their observations from Election Day 2014.

Court Strikes Down Unnecessary Voter Barrier in Kobach V. EAC (Press Release)

"Voters should not have to face an obstacle course in order to participate in our democracy," said MacNamara of the victory for voters.

Voting Issues on Election Day Point to Need for Decreasing Barriers and Reforming the Election System (Blog)

I worked with the Election Protection Hotline to help voters rectify the issues they faced when attempting to vote. This experience showed how far we have to go to have fair elections.

Thank You to Election Day Poll Workers and Election Judges (Blog)

I spent Election Day evaluating polling places for LWV of Prince George's County, MD. I want to acknowledge and thank the poll workers and judges without whom Election Day would not function.

Voters Finally Cast Ballots, Make Decisions in Election 2014 (Press Release)

Today, after months of relentless attack ads and millions of dollars in dark money campaign spending, American voters are casting their ballots and making their voices heard.

How Virginia Leagues are Educating Voters About New Voter ID Requirements (Blog)

In Virginia, voter photo ID will be required for the first time and as many as 200,000 eligible voters may not have the requisite ID.

Texas Leagues are Up to the Challenge – Providing Critical Voter Education (Blog)

In Austin, Dallas and San Antonio where I visited last week, election officials are taking a professional approach to training their poll workers and their staff in preparation for early voting and Election Day.

Voters in Many States Will Need to Show ID this Year – Get the Info You Need (Blog)

Now is the time to start thinking about how and when you’ll vote. In addition to getting ready to vote as you have in years past, voters in many states may also need to show voter identification in order to cast a ballot.