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Fighting Voter Suppression

Threat to Voting Rights is Real (Press Release)

Section 5 has helped transform American democracy from a restricted, segregated past to one of remarkable inclusion,” said MacNamara. “The importance of the outcome of this case cannot be overstated."

Consequences of Overturning Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965 Are Dire (Press Release)

The following is a statement from Elisabeth MacNamara, President of the League of Women Voters of the U.S.:

LWVUS and LWVFL File Amicus Brief in Florida Purge Case (Article)

LWVUS and LWVFL filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals arguing that a last-minute purge of suspected non-citizens by the state of Florida is barred by the National Voter Registration Act.

Rally to Protect the Voting Rights Act! (Blog)

We are participating in a rally at the Supreme Court on February 27, starting with a press briefing at 8:30 am and the rally running from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. If you’re in the DC area, join us!

Bauer-Ginsberg election commission unlikely to accomplish much despite obvious need (News Clips)
League President Elisabeth MacNamara appears on MSNBC's Jansing and Co. to talk about Voting Commission (News Clips)
President's New Voting Commission Greeted With Skepticism (News Clips)
Obama's proposed voting commission under partisan fire from both sides (News Clips)
LWV Commends President Obama’s Attention to Our Issues in SOTU Address, But Hoped for More Action on Voting Rights (Blog)

In last night’s State of the Union (SOTU) address, President Obama addressed many crucial issues affecting our country. His remarks touched on some of the League’s priority issues including voting rights, climate change, immigration and gun violence.

Championing the Voting Rights Act (VRA) in Shelby County v. Holder (Blog)

On Wednesday, February 27th, the Supreme Court will review Shelby County, Alabama v. Holder, a case that questions the constitutionality of Section 5 the Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965.