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Seeking to improve government and impact public policies through education & advocacy. Also at @VOTE411 for elections info!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · May 1

Our country is in a constitutional crisis.

It's time to take our democracy back. That is why we are proud to announce a new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5. Through this initiative, we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy. ➡️ lwv.org/uniteandrise

Unite and Rise 8.5: A Campaign to Defend Democracy | League of Women Voters

Since the Trump administration took office in January 2025, we’ve seen increased attacks on our democratic systems and a failure by Congress to intervene. This came to a head in early April, when the…

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 12h

Why is the Louisiana v. Callais case so important?

Callais is essentially a showdown between two legal claims: racial vote dilution in violation of Section 2 of the VRA versus racial gerrymandering in violation of the Fourteenth Amendment.
Read more: www.lwv.org/blog/louisia...

Louisiana v. Callais and Attacks on the VRA | League of Women Voters

After listing Louisiana v. Callais for reargument in the Fall 2025, term, the Supreme Court is set to test the constitutionality of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. This will have massive…

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 20h

The VRA is on the line!

Louisiana v. Callais is about more than just maps. It is about the future of our multi-racial democracy.

➡️ Help us spread the word ahead of oral arguments at the Supreme Court TOMORROW at 10 am ET!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 4d

🫂 You are the best ambassador for voting in your community! People are more likely to vote when someone they know and trust asks them to.

🎉 Celebrate #NationalVoterEducationWeek by helping your friends and family get #VoteReady.

Check out ➡️ NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/share for tips & tricks!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 5d

ICYMI: our CEO joined Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush to discuss how the League’s work has evolved over the past 105 years. Listen to the full episode:
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Interfaith Alliance | Join the pro-democracy faith movement

Religious extremism threatens our democracy, our communities, and individual freedoms. We are a counterforce: challenging the dangerous ideas of Project 2025 by mobilizing people of diverse faiths and...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 5d

Concerned about election misinformation? This #NationalVoterEducationWeek, make sure to rely on trusted sources. Follow @NASSorg and your local election office for accurate updates and bust those myths! Learn more: NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/process.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 6d

On Oct.15, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on whether communities of color across the country can have meaningful representation at all levels of government.

Join us in person in front of the Supreme Court to rally for fair maps! Can't make it? No worries—tune in to hear oral arguments.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 6d

Have you made a plan to vote?🤔

Just like meeting a friend or planning a vacation, it’s easier to make a vote plan in advance. Don’t wing it! Make a vote plan and approach the election with confidence. 👍

Visit VOTE411.org to make your plan! #NationalVoterEducationWeek

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 7d

In America, we decide, not dictators. On Oct 18, millions say: No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Find your event: www.mobilize.us/nokings/c/no...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 7d

Before you vote, it’s easy to read up about the candidates running for office in your community.

This #NationalVoterEducationWeek, get prepared ahead of time so you can be confident when you cast your ballot!

Visit VOTE411.org to see what's on your ballot before heading to the polls.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 7d

Today, the Supreme Court will hear oral argument in Chiles v. Salazar, a challenge to Colorado's ban on conversion therapy. In our recent blog, LWV of Colorado explains the dangers of conversion therapy. Learn more:
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Is Conversion Therapy Protected by Free Speech? | League of Women Voters

The Colorado State Legislature defines conversion therapy as the effort to change an individual’s sexual orientation, including efforts to change behaviors or gender expressions or to eliminate or…

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 8d

Every October, more than a million people vote in one of the most anticipated elections of the year: Fat Bear Week.

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What Fat Bear Week Teaches Us About Elections | League of Women Voters

Every October, more than a million people vote in one of the most anticipated elections of the year: Fat Bear Week (FBW). FBW is a brilliant campaign in terms of engaging and educating people…

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 8d

The League stands with our members, residents of Illinois, and the elected government of our sovereign state in renewing our condemnation of troop deployment in Illinois because there is no justification for such action. Read here: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 12d

Young people hold the key to our democracy's future.

In this latest Forbes article, LWV CEO Celina Stewart breaks down how nonpartisan civic engagement organizations empower the future generation:
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Today’s College Students Hold The Key To Our Democracy’s Future

College students who learn how to mobilize their peers today will be the organizers, poll workers, and community leaders of tomorrow.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 12d

We're thrilled to partner with LUSH Cosmetics this #NationalVoterEducationWeek to help customers prepare for upcoming local elections in their area! 💄 🗳️

Have a Lush store near you? Come say hi to our local League volunteers next week, Oct 4-12th!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 15d

Portland is now subject to an unjustified deployment of federal troops. This action undermines local authority and threatens the very freedoms our democracy is meant to protect: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 18d

Wonderful to see CEO @thecelinafactor.bsky.social speak alongside leaders in democracy rights at the Black Women's Agenda panel this morning!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 29d

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! The League is so proud to partner with NVRD to make sure every eligible voter knows that there is no such thing as an ‘off year’ when it comes to democracy🫶

Already registered to vote? Check your voter registration at VOTE411.org! 🗳

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 11

The League condemns the recent threats made against Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which forced campuses into lockdown and spread fear among students, faculty, and staff. www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

LWV Statement on Threats Against HBCUs and Campus Violence | League of Women Voters

The League of Women Voters of the United States condemns the recent threats made against Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which forced campuses into lockdown and spread fear among...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 11

LWV statement on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

LWV Statement on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk | League of Women Voters

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 9

Student voters, an increasingly critical demographic, face hidden threats to their right to vote in "use it or lose it" laws.

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“Use It or Lose It” Purges Threaten College Students’ Right to Vote | League of Women Voters

Student voters are increasingly powerful — boasting some 40 million eligible voters. However, students face a hidden threat to their right to vote: “Use It or Lose It” voter roll purging laws.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 9

A deal between the US Department of Justice and the North Carolina State Board of Elections to settle a lawsuit will force nearly 100,000 registered voters to re-prove their eligibility to vote to ensure future ballots will be counted.

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NC Voters, Civil Rights Groups Warn DOJ Settlement Will Burden Eligible Voters | League of Women Voters

A deal between the DOJ and NCSBE to settle a lawsuit will force nearly 100,000 registered voters to re-prove their eligibility to vote to ensure future ballots will be counted.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 2

Read our full statement in response to the revised policy guidance from USCIS: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Aug 28

Get to know LWVUS CEO @thecelinafactor.bsky.social and her powerful story on how she got into voting rights. ⚖🗳
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Voting Rights Advocate Celina Stewart's Powerful Story

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Aug 26

In our first episode, Celina chats with political scientist and author of "Bread and Roses: Women on the Frontlines of Revolution," Dr. Erica Chenoweth, on how today's organizers can learn from the past.

Watch here: youtu.be/MHr21Scmzkk?...

Unite and Rise 8.5: Meeting the Moment, ft. Dr. Erica Chenoweth

YouTube video by League of Women Voters

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Aug 26

The League announces No Harm to Our Communities: Mapping Guidance for Elected Leaders, guidance on drawing mid-cycle maps that protect historically disenfranchised communities. Full statement: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

League to Governors: Protect Communities, Draw Equitable Mid-Cycle Maps | League of Women Voters

LWV releases No Harm to Our Communities: Mapping Guidance for Elected Leaders, guidance on drawing mid-cycle maps that protect historically disenfranchised communities.

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