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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 6d

Partisan gerrymandering reduces political debate and competition in our elections. It also serves to predetermine the outcome of our elections, robbing voters of a truly representative government. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/05/f...

Editorial: We strongly support this bipartisan plan to fix Illinois’ broken state elections

If it works, the General Assembly will better represent the people of Illinois.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 7d

We’re calling on our friends and neighbors to unite and rise for democracy on October 18. We're rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services. Find a protest near you at nokings.org and SHOW UP. #UniteAndRise

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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

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 · 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:
www.forbes.com/sites/civicn...

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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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 11d

It’s #PhoneCallFriday! Time to call your elected officials and let them know what you want. Together, we’ll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

We’ve compiled the right phone numbers and drafted sample statements to get you started ➡️ get them at LWVIL.org/phone-call-fridays.

Contact Your Lawmakers — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Every Friday, take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 18d

The League of Women Voters is a sponsor of the upcoming #NoKings protests on October 18. We're rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services. Join us! lwvil.org/news/action-alert-no-kings-2

Unite and Rise for Democracy on October 18 — League of Women Voters of Illinois

The League of Women Voters is a sponsor of the upcoming NO KINGS 2 protests on October 18. We're rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services...

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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.

www.lwv.org/blog/use-it-...

“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.

www.lwv.org

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 28d

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! If you have recently moved, changed your name, become a citizen, or haven’t already registered to vote, today is a GREAT day to get #voteready. Head to VOTE411.org to register to vote.

VOTE411

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Sep 12

It’s #PhoneCallFriday! Time to call your elected officials and let them know what you want. Together, we’ll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

We’ve compiled the right phone numbers and drafted sample statements to get you started ➡️ get them at LWVIL.org/phone-call-fridays

Phone Call Fridays — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Every Friday, take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.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

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Aug 29

The President has once again threatened to deploy the National Guard with a rationale of lies—this time to Chicago—against the wishes of local and state officials and the general public. www.lwvchicago.org/news/stateme...

League of Women Voters Condemns National Guard Deployment to Chicago — League of Women Voters Chicago

The President has once again threatened to deploy the National Guard with a rationale of lies—this time to Chicago—against the wishes of local and state officials and the general public.

www.lwvchicago.org

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Aug 25

"Low voter turnout is proof the U.S. needs to expand, not reduce, voting options."

Read LWVIL VP Kathy Cortez's comments on threats to mail-in voting in the Daily Herald ➡️ www.dailyherald.com/20250820/us-...

GOP House hopeful Marter slams mail-in voting as ‘a scam’

The Republican challenging U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood for her seat in Congress supported President Donald Trump’s call to end mail-in voting this week by calling the centuries-old practice “a scam...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Aug 22

It’s #PhoneCallFriday! Time to call your elected officials and let them know what you want. Together, we’ll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

We’ve compiled the right phone numbers and drafted sample statements to get you started ➡️ get them at LWVIL.org/phone-call-fridays.

Phone Call Fridays — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Every Friday, take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

LWVIL.org

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Illinois Network for Pretrial Justice @endmoneybond.bsky.social · Aug 16

Yesterday, @govpritzker.illinois.gov signed the FAIR Act into law!

This historic legislation creates a Statewide Public Defender Office, marking the first major overhaul of the state’s trial-level public defense system since 1949.
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Governor Pritzker Signs the FAIR Act into Law! - Coalition to End Money Bond

Yeseterday, Governor JB Pritzker signed the FAIR (Funded Advocacy & Independent Representation) Act into law. Advocates and public defenders across Illinois are celebrating this meaningful and long ov...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Aug 12

Democracy is not a spectator sport—make a difference by signing up to work the polls in your community! Illinois' next election is the Primary on March 17, 2026. ➡️ powerthepolls.org/LWV #HelpAmericaVote

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

The League of Women Voters and the League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia issued a joint statement in response to President Trump deploying the National Guard to Washington, DC, and taking over the DC Metropolitan Police Department. Full statement: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Aug 11

We oppose any effort to usurp the voice of the voter by attempting to use redistricting to predetermine the outcome of an election! Read LWVIL VP Kathy Cortez's comments on redistricting in Illinois in the Daily Herald's recent article ➡️ www.dailyherald.com/20250809/ill...

‘What more could the governor do?’: Illinois lawmakers doubt state’s districts could be more gerrymandered

While Gov. JB Pritzker last week repeatedly said he and his allies in the General Assembly might pursue gerrymandering Illinois’ congressional districts to benefit Democratic candidates even more th.....

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

Voting rights are the foundation because they secure all other rights.

Federal lawmakers must act now to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would protect the freedom to vote. Take action: www.lwv.org/take-action/...

Equality — and our democracy — cannot wait. #RestoreTheVRA

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

As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the #VotingRightsAct of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the impact of the law and how we can ensure that its legacy continues.

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The Voting Rights Act: Then and Now | League of Women Voters

As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the law's impact and how we can ensure ...

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

Our CEO @thecelinafactor.bsky.social speaks to the importance of fair, transparent voter roll maintenance -- that DOESN'T disenfranchise voters.

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Justice Department demand for state voter lists underscores their importance • Stateline

The Trump administration’s effort to scoop up voter registration lists and other information from a growing number of states underscores how state-controlled voter lists are a major battleground in fi...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Aug 1

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. We’ve got their phone numbers ready at lwvil.org/phone-call-fridays.

Phone Call Fridays — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Every Friday, take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Jul 30

Did you know the House is in recess for the month of August? In this blog, we break down the different ways you can reach out to your representative:

Reach Out to Your Congresspeople During Congressional Recess! | League of Women Voters

Democracy depends upon our informed and active participation. It’s your members of Congress’s (MOCs) job to represent you, so it’s important to share how their actions or inactions impact you, your…

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

Today, the US Senate introduced the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (JLVRAA) to protect and strengthen our democracy. The League of Women Voters proudly supports this critical legislation. www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

LWV Supports Senate Introduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act | League of Women Voters

Today, the US Senate introduced the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect and strengthen our democracy. The League of Women Voters proudly supports this critical legislation.

www.lwv.org

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Jul 30

We are having a blast being on tour with Cyndi Lauper and registering voters!🎸

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