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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 4d

History has shown that when 3.5% of the public takes to the streets to demand change, the results are transformational. #UniteAndRise #UniteAndRiseForDemocracy #LWVCKC #LWV

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Graphic with the message "THIS IS A CRISIS: Unite and Rise! It only takes 3.5% of us. Protect our Constitution. Join Us Today! LWV of Central Kane County

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 5d

Check out our LWV of Central Kane County "Voter Information" page, and bookmark it as your jumping-off point for just about anything you need to know about voting in Kane County.

Voter Information - League of Women Voters of Central Kane County

One of the most important activities of the League of Women Voters is assisting citizens with voter registration and providing voters with the information they need to make informed decisions at the…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 6d

What are the most important issues to you as a U.S. Citizen and a member of your community? Do you want to make your voice heard on these and other critical issues? Then you are a VOTER. Get #VoteReady with us starting today. #NationalVoterEducationWeek

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 7d

¿Te preocupa tu comunidad? ¿Quieres que se escuche tu voz? Prepárate para votar con nosotros a partir de hoy en lwvckcil.com/voting #NationalVoterEducationWeek

League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 8d

We’re kicking off #NationalVoterEducationWeek today! Join the LWV of Central Kane County all week long for a celebration of empowered civic participation. We’re helping you get #VoteReady – from registration to casting your vote! lwvckcil.com/voting

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 11d

The passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" will cause more than 22 million families to lose some or all of their SNAP benefits. It's Phone Call Friday, and it's time to tell your representatives in Congress how you feel about the recently passed budget. www.lwv.org/take-action/...

Graphic of League members holding signs and the text "CALL YOUR ELECTED OFFICIAL - USE YOUR POWER"

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 13d

When we come together in solidarity and demand our rights, we are unstoppable. #UniteAndRise #UniteAndRiseForDemocracy #LWVCKC #LWV

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Historic image of LWV protesters with the message "THIS IS A CRISIS: Unite & Rise. Speak Out. VOTE. Join Us Today! LWV of Central Kane County

League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 16d

Now is not the time for silence. #UniteAndRise #UniteAndRiseForDemocracy #LWVCKC #LWV

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Historic image of LWV protesters with the message "THIS IS A CRISIS: The Constitution Can't Defend Itself. Join Us Today! LWV of Central Kane County

League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 17d

Louisiana v. Callais is back in front of SCOTUS this fall, a case that has implications for fair representation and voter rights.

Racial Vote Dilution and Gerrymandering in Louisiana v. Callais | League of Women Voters

On March 24, 2025, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Louisiana v. Callais. The case has massive implications for voting rights and democracy, as it involves two related but distinct concepts:…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 18d

What You Need to Know About the National Guard, the Insurrection Act, and Martial Law | League of Women Voters

In moments of political uncertainty, concepts like the Insurrection Act or “martial law” can feel abstract – until they don’t. Given the current administration’s recent federal deployment of the…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 19d

Many communities across the United States are recognizing Native American Day on September 26th this year. Read on to learn how indigenous women inspired the women's suffrage movement.

How Native American Women Inspired the Women’s Suffrage Movement | League of Women Voters

The Native women of Haudenosaunee played a vital role in the women’s suffrage movement. Their way of living — equal participation in their government and societal roles — heavily influenced the…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 19d

Be a voice for your community, for your family, and for our future. Contact your Representatives in Congress, and remind them what's at stake.

Find your Representatives: www.elections.il.gov/ElectionOper...

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 22d

Visit our website for the latest news and information about how to get involved.
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#LWVCKCIL #LWVCKC #TheVoter #Newsletter #LWV

League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 22d

The League of Women Voters has a long history of promoting democracy by providing free nonpartisan resources and information about voting.

Visit our LWV Central Kane County voter hub at lwvckcil.com/voting and find links and information to help you exercise your voting rights in Kane County.

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 22d

It's National Hispanic Heritage Month, and we're celebrating the many contributions of Hispanic and Latina Americans.

My Hispanic and Latina Heroes | League of Women Voters

Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) is a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latina Americans. This month, I want to highlight four…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 26d

Congress works for the American people. So let’s make sure they know you’re watching as they do their job! Call your elected officials up on #PhoneCallFriday and tell them what’s important to you.

www.elections.il.gov/electionoper...

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 27d

The League of Women Voters of Illinois has created this video to help concerned citizens track bills in Illinois.

How to Track Bills

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 28d

"...nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." U.S. Constitution, excerpt from the 14th Amendment.

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · 28d

We’re proud to join #NationalVoterRegistrationDay on 9/16 as a Community Partner! 🎉

We’re celebrating democracy by helping eligible voters get registered and #VoteReady. Visit our website to get involved in LWV voter service right here in Central Kane County: lwvckcil.com/content.aspx...

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 15

The League of Women Voters has been commemorating National Voter Registration Day since 2012 with voter registration events all over the country. Tomorrow is National Voter Registration Day, and there is something for everyone!

National Voter Registration Day | League of Women Voters

National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) is the largest single-day voter registration drive of the year. Since 2012, partners like the League of Women Voters have celebrated this nonpartisan civic…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 14

Visit illinoisimmigrationinfo.org for Know Your Rights Door Signs and other resources in up to 17 different languages. Know and exercise the Constitutional rights that are rightfully yours.

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IL IMMIGRATION INFO | Know Your Rights

In an immigration emergency, call the ICIRR 24/7 Family Support Hotline: 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693)

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 13

On August 29th, the League of Women Voters issued a press release condemning the deployment of the National Guard to Chicago. Visit the LWVIL.org news page to read more.
www.lwvil.org/.../league-o....

#LWVCKC #LWV #Chicago #LWVIL

League of Women Voters of Illinois

On August 29th, the League of Women Voters issued a press release condemning the deployment of the National Guard to Chicago.

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 12

It's Phone Call Friday again, and you know what's at stake! Set aside a few minutes today to call your Senators and your US Representative. Let them know what matters to YOU!

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#LWV #PhoneCallFriday

Find Your Representative | house.gov

Not sure of your congressional district or who your member is? This service will assist you by matching your ZIP code to your congressional district, with links to your member's website and contact…

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 11

Are you signed up for the League of Women Voters of Illinois ENERGIZE Leadership Training? Training is open to local LWV leaders and current members. Sign up TODAY!

www.lwvil.org/energize-2025

#lwvil #LWV #ENERGIZELeadershipTraining

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League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (Illinois) @lwvckcil.bsky.social · Sep 10

It's Teens Voter Registration Day!! Encourage the teens in your life to register to vote and get engaged in the democratic process—16 & and 17-year-olds are eligible to pre-register to vote in Illinois ➡️ ova.elections.il.gov

#LWV #TeensVoterRegistrationDay

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