We were recently joined by Dr. Gina M. Masullo to discuss research-backed approaches for navigating digital spaces—and offline spaces—with people who disagree with you politically. Watch the recording.
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The Illinois General Assembly adjourned last month, having missed an opportunity during an election year to address various reforms needed to protect the environment and government ethics. But to its credit, lawmakers passed over $1 billion in revenue increases to move the needle on creating economic opportunity for families most in need.
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Five times in our nation’s history, the presidential candidate with the most votes was not elected to office. Our current US election system prioritizes the power of the Electoral College—an outdated racist relic—to disempower voters instead of prioritizing the power of its people.
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Congress must act to ensure that every eligible US citizen has the freedom to vote unimpeded by discriminatory rules rooted in fear and division. Urge your members of Congress to oppose the SAVE Act.
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We were recently joined by Dr. Michael Spikes to learn more about recognizing mis- and disinformation in the media! As we struggle to distinguish fact from fiction, the need for these skills have never been more urgent. Watch the recording.
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Instituting unnecessary legislation that denies voters a choice, especially when it restricts ballot access for one of the two major political parties in Illinois, runs counter to our beliefs and is inconsistent with democratic principles in general.
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As the 2024 presidential election approaches, concern is growing over misinformation and disinformation about candidates and elections in Illinois. We were interviewed by the Chicago Sun-Times about how we can minimize the impact of mis/disinformation in elections!
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The Chicago Sun-Times recently published an Op-Ed by LWVIL President Becky Simon expressing concern about Illinois’ new law, which limits ballot access after primary elections and is likely to lead to claims of ‘stolen elections’ for years to come.
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Wetlands keep our water clean and help fight climate change. Protect Illinois wetlands! Contact your state legislators.
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March’s Illinois presidential primary election saw the lowest primary turnout in at least 50 years, according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
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HB4895 requires that every Illinois public high school include a unit of instruction addressing climate change in either a required science class or a required social studies class.
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Today marks 50 years of men as full and equal members of the League of Women Voters. Yes, men marched beside women in the fight for women’s suffrage, and many even worked to pass the Equal Rights Amendment, but, until May 7, 1974, men were only allowed to be affiliate members of League, and in some cases they were even charged higher dues for this privilege!
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It’s time to rally support for banning single-use plastics in Illinois! Ask your state representative and state senator to co-sponsor bills that will ban polystyrene foam foodware and single-use plastic bags.
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League members traveled to Springfield from all across the state to talk with their legislators and advocate in support of bills that promote economic and educational equity and protection of the environment.
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Over the last few months, the League spoke out on environmental protection, mental health, gun violence prevention, and more.
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We were recently joined by Diane Chang, former head of Election Integrity Product Strategy at Meta, to discuss the effect of social media and AI on elections. Watch the recording!
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Wetlands are one of Illinois' greatest natural assets—we must take action to protect them! Watch this LWVIL webinar to learn more about how you can support the Wetlands Protection Act.
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Explore gun violence through the lens of domestic violence and the social and economic circumstances that often lead to it. Let’s discuss reducing gun violence by addressing known risks.
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While the constitution guarantees a right to free speech as a core tenet of democracy, mis- and disinformation pose an increasing threat to it. Learn why navigating a balance between the two is critical to maintaining open elections and preserving democratic processes.
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Learn how Illinois can rise to the challenge of meeting the basic needs of a growing low-income population while also ensuring the safety and well-being of new arrivals by leveraging fiscal policy.
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