Podcasts about women voters

Primary election day is March 17, but Carol Bailey with the League of Women Voters suggests mailing your ballot a week early.

The Republican primary candidates forum for Henry County Board District Two takes place Wednesday, March 4th, at 7 PM inside the Kewanee City Hall council chamber. Six Republican candidates compete for five open seats, while two others seek to fill a two-year unexpired term. The League of Women Voters of the Kewanee Area will moderate, and community members can attend in person, listen on WKEI 1450 AM or 102.1 FM, or watch online. Residents are encouraged to submit questions for the candidates by mail. The primary election is set for March 17, 2026. More details are available at henrycty.com and vote411.org. Chad Winter, Natalie Hendryx, Deborah Casteel, Crystal Strode, and Mike Rabas joined the forum and answered questions submitted by Henry County residents.

The President of the League of Women Voters of Cortland County, Kim Cameron, Joins X101’s John Harrison to discuss the many upcoming events that the League of Women Voters have[Read More...] The post March is Women’s History Month, Cortland League of Women Voters has big plans appeared first on X101 Always Classic - WXHC.com.

Republicans Don Tracy, Casey Chlebek and Pamela Denise Long participated in a candidate forum broadcast Thursday on WTVP and presented by the League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria and the League of Women Voters of Illinois.

Democrats Robin Kelly, Raja Krishnamoorthi and Juliana Stratton participated in candidate forum broadcast Thursday on WTVP and presented by the League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria and the League of Women Voters of Illinois.

The League of Women Voters of Sioux City held a legislative forum on Saturday for legislators to speak with community members about concerns they may have.

Kim and Aaron connect with the League of Women Voters of Kentucky regarding the restoration of voting rights and other legislation they're watching in #KYGA26 and then hear from State Representative Adam Moore on the budget, food stamps and independent voters. #ColonelsOfTruthFLIP THE 6TH - Join the campaign: Lexington Postcarding Night, Mon. March 2nd https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/870258/Richmond Postcarding Event, Sat. March 7th https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/888815/Donate to the Stamp Fund! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ft6stampsNO KINGS - Save the date!https://www.nokings.org/?SQF_SOURCE=prokyVolunteer with ProKY! info@progressky.orgNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314759611.htmlhttps://kentuckylantern.com/2026/02/24/kentucky-would-opt-into-federal-plan-for-private-school-tuition-aid-under-gop-bill/https://theinteriorjournal.com/2026/02/22/bill-requiring-dna-sample-passes-house/CAMPAIGN CORNER: Margie Charasika, LWVKY Restoration of Voting Rights, Chairhttps://www.lwvky.org/legislativeadvocacyINTERVIEW: Rep. Adam Moore https://www.kydeservesmoore.com/home#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 248 was ably produced by Nate OrshanTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.comProgress Kentucky is a member of the Indivisible network, Commonground Kentucky Action, and the Forward Kentucky network.

Two candidates vying for the GOP nomination in the 1L-13 congressional race discuss many issues surrounding domestic policy including the economy, healthcare, ICE agents, and a potential national ban on abortion at the IL-13 Republican Candidate Forum sponsored by Illinois Public Media, the Champaign County NAACP, and the League of Women Voters.

With primary elections coming up in May, the League of Women Voters have turned their attention to the issue of restoring voting rights.

In episode 165, we sit down with Rose Lounsbury to talk about why she's running again for the Ohio House and what's at stake for public schools, voting rights, and working families. We dig into vouchers, gerrymandering, healthcare costs, and what it will take to build an Ohio that truly works for everyday families.Rose Lounsbury is running for State Representative in Ohio's House District 36, which includes Kettering, Oakwood, Riverside, East Dayton, and downtown Dayton. A former public school teacher, the daughter of two retired teachers, and the mother of teenage triplets in public school, Rose is deeply committed to protecting and strengthening Ohio's public schools.Her political journey began during the pandemic with the League of Women Voters, where she developed a strong belief that voting rights are the foundation of a healthy democracy. She is committed to fair, accessible elections for all Ohioans.Rose's great-grandfather immigrated to Southeast Ohio in the early 1900s to work in the coal mines, believing Ohio was a place where hard work could lead to a good life. Rose still believes that hardworking families should be able to afford housing, food, and healthcare without fear of financial ruin.This is Rose's second time running for office, and she is running again because the challenges facing Ohio's families are growing—not shrinking. Rose believes Ohio can have strong schools, fair elections, and an economy that works for working people—and she's ready to fight for that future.Resources:* Rose for Ohio* Donate to Rose's Campaign* Follow Rose and her campaign on social media:* Instagram* Facebook* TikTokConnect with United SHE Stands:* Substack* Instagram* TikTok* YouTube* Threads* Buy us a coffee ☕️This episode was edited by Kevin Tanner. Learn more about him and his services here:* Website* Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unitedshestands.com/subscribe

Greg and Dan talk to Chris Kaergard, President of the League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria, about the 2026 Illinois U.S. Senate Primary Forum on February 26th. The Republican forum starts at 7 PM, the Democratic forum at 8 PM, and it can be viewed on WTVP 47.1 or streamed at www.video.wtvp.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/22/26 - Joyce LeBombard - President of the league of Women Voters of Texas

Host: Ann Luther, League of Women Voters of Maine Production Assistance: Linda Washburn, Joel Mann Democracy Forum: Participatory Democracy, encouraging citizens to take an active role in government and politics. This month: We’ll talk about how civic courage and neighborliness create solidarity under stress. How are communities under pressure holding it together? — in Minneapolis, in Maine, and in other communities around the country. What do we have in common with pro-democracy resistance movements around the world? Guest/s: Oliver Kaplan, Associate Professor, Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs, University of Denver, Visiting Scholar, Stanford University, Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law. Amy DeBeck, Minister, Unitarian Universalist Church of Castine. Julia Edwards, SoPo Helps Mutual Aid Network. To learn more about this topic: Visit LWVME.org About the host: Ann Luther currently serves as Treasurer of the League of Women Voters of Maine and leads the LWVME Advocacy Team. She served as President of LWVME from 2003 to 2007 and as co-president from 2007-2009. The post Democracy Forum 2/20/26: Constitutional Crisis: What Does Civic Courage Look Like? first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Lori Thompson. With discussions around school policies such as AI, student safety, student mental health, and cell phones in schools, we learn more about Ms. Thompson's goals for her tenure on the board.Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Holly Withers. With discussions around school policies such as AI, student safety, student mental health, and cell phones in schools, we learn more about Ms. Withers' goals for her tenure on the board. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Feb. 17, 2026Another Big Week in the Utah Legislature's Attempt to Overturn Proposition 4 and Court-Ordered Fair Congressional District MapsIt's a big week in the ongoing attempt by the Utah legislature to do an end run around the voter-approved  Proposition 4 fair redistricting amendment.  Signatures required for putting a repeal of the amendment before voters were due Feb. 15th, and a GOP appeal reaches federal district court Feb. 18th.Some podcasting platforms strip out our links.  To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:The American Redistricting Project - Powers Gardner, et al. v. Lt. Governor Deidre HendersonCampaign Lega Center - League of Women Voters, Mormon Women for Ethical Government Move to Intervene in Lawsuit Challenging Utah's Fair Congressional MapUtah News Dispatch - Utah's redistricting fight heads to federal court; anti-gerrymandering plaintiffs ask to interveneUS District Court for Utah - GOP Challenge to Utah Congressional DistrictsSalt Lake Tribune - Prop 4: Fate of GOP bid to repeal Utah's gerrymandering ban still unclear in final daysPast Reports:American Democracy Minute - (Nov. 2025)  Utah Judge Rejects Legislature's Gerrymandered Congressional Map, Choosing a Map Which Follows the State Constitution Instead American Democracy Minute - (Jan, 2026) Utah Judge Allows Legislature to Appeal Replacement Fair Congressional MapAmerican Democracy Minute - (Jan, 2026) Polls Show Most Utah Voters Want to Protect Their Fair Redistricting Amendment, But Another GOP-Backed Ballot Initiative Aims to Repeal ItGroups Taking Action:League of Women Voters UT, Mormon Women for Ethical GovernmentFind all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.org#News #Democracy  #Utah #Legislature #Gerrymandering #FairMaps #Proposition4 #BetterBoundaries

Briscoe Cain joins Brian Nichols to reveal his campaign for the new Texas 9th District and why "pragmatic" politics is fueling the socialist agenda . Texas State Representative Briscoe Cain exposes the "Doge Committee" scam in deep-red Texas , details the specific legislation banning China and foreign adversaries from buying American soil , and explains why conservatives must adopt a "survival" mindset to defeat the enemies of the West. We expose the reality of political theater and why you need to stop waiting for a savior. Briscoe drops an uncomfortable truth about the "professional wrestling" nature of Congress , why the GOP establishment is terrified of actual budget cuts , and the controversial demographic shifts that are splitting men and women at the voting booth. If you are tired of losing gracefully, this is the blueprint for how we finally start winning. Chapters 0:00 - Intro: The Sales & Marketing of Politics 1:36 - Dad Life: Raising 5 Boys on the Campaign Trail 2:35 - From Refinery Worker to State Rep 5:00 - Exposing the "Pro Wrestling" Nature of Congress 6:54 - Principles vs. Pragmatism: The Thomas Massie Test 8:37 - The "Survival" Mindset: Defeating the Socialist Agenda 11:39 - How the Left Weaponizes Language 13:40 - The "Doge" Scam: Why Gov Efficiency Failed in Texas 16:32 - Texas Debt Crisis: The $15,000 Secret 18:24 - Banning China & Iran From Buying American Land 22:04 - The Great Gender Divide: Men vs. Women Voters 23:57 - Stop Checking Out: How to Win Local Battles 25:02 - The Elon Musk Effect: Business Leaders Waking Up 28:04 - Why the GOP Failed the Next Generation 32:43 - The New Texas 9th District Strategy Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": CardioMiracle.com/TBNS Links Section Briscoe Cain Campaign: Briscoecain.com Briscoe Cain on X (Twitter): @BriscoeCain ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (CardioMiracle.com/TBNS) for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being!

(00:00:00) We begin with the remarkable history of the League of Women Voters, born in 1920 from the women’s suffrage movement and led by NAWSA president Carrie Chapman Catt. Created six months before the ratification of the 19th Amendment, the League set out to help newly enfranchised women learn how to register, how to vote, and how their government worked. In Pennsylvania, LWV chapters in cities like Pittsburgh and Philadelphia mobilized quickly, registering thousands of women and building a culture of informed civic participation. More than a century later, the League’s mission has expanded across every state — and even to the US Virgin Islands and Hong Kong — continuing its work to strengthen democracy through education and engagement. (00:22:19) Then we turn to another essential form of empowerment: colorectal cancer prevention. Experts explain why colorectal cancer is both common and highly preventable, how routine screening beginning at age 45 can detect cancer early or remove precancerous polyps, and why understanding personal and family risk is critical. We also explore the lifestyle choices — from diet to physical activity — that significantly reduce risk and help people take control of their long‑term health. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WFAE, in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, hosted a forum with the Democratic candidates for Mecklenburg County Commission at the WFAE Center for Civic and Community Engagement in uptown Charlotte.

Mormon Women for Ethical Government have filed a motion to intervene in a federal lawsuit that challenges the state court's decisions around the new redistricting maps. We told you about the lawsuit last week, which was filed by Representatives Celeste Maloy and Burgess Owens -- as well as several local and county leaders from around the state -- against Utah's Lieutenant Governor. Mormon Women for Ethical Government and the League of Women Voters of Utah were plaintiffs in the original case over the maps and now, they want to be involved in this new federal suit. Co-executive director of MWEG Emma Petty Addams tells KSL NewsRadio that the group thinks they should be part of this case since it was their original case that played such a major role in getting the state to this point.

Greg and Dan talk with Roberta Parks of the League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria about the organization’s mission and activities, including the upcoming Mock Election at Dunlap High School on February 6th from 8:45 AM - 11:30 AM. They discuss the ballots, voter registration process, what students will experience, and how this hands-on activity helps prepare young people for participating in democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Decode the Greenville County Budget with Susan Bell. Learn how property taxes fund your community and explore the League of Women Voters' new Budget Basics tool.Episode Resources:League of Women Voters of Greenville County: Budget BasicsGreenville County Official WebsiteSimple Civics: How to Speak at a Public MeetingSouth Carolina Local Property Tax Incentives & FILOTSimple Civics:Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good GreenvilleGet in touchSupport Simple Civics with a tax-deductible contributionSign up for the Simple Civics newsletter.View our entire catalogueSimple Civics: Greenville County is produced by Podcast Studio X.

On today's show, the League of Women Voters of Washington County is hosting a candidate forum later this month, and host of Little Rock Public Radio's segment "Naming Arkansas" Dan Boice visits the Pryor Center for their upcoming program.  

Hear from Conner Roderick, Chair of the El Paso County Democratic Party's Permanent Organization about party happenings and process over the coming months. He chats with Shelly Roehrs, your host, on Making Democracy Work.Donate Today! League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region: https://lwvppr.org/Candidate Forums: http://vote411.org/El Paso County Democratic Party: https://epcodemparty.org/Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Feb. 3, 2026Court Opinion Blocking More of Trump's Executive Order on Elections Also Demands the Administration Follow Federal Citizen Data Privacy StatutesA section in President Trump's March 2025 executive order on elections authorized what became a battle between states and the Department of Justice over access to voter data and election records.   A January 30th court ruling put a shot across the Trump administration's bow on strictly observing federal privacy statutes. Some podcasting platforms strip out our links.  To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:The White House - PRESERVING AND PROTECTING THE INTEGRITY OF AMERICAN ELECTIONSU.S. Dept. of Justice Office of Privacy & Civil Liberties  - The Privacy Act of 1974American Democracy Minute - (Oct. 2025)  Class Action Suit by Voters Claims Personal Data Shared to the Trump Administration's SAVE Database Violates the Privacy Act of 1974 American Democracy Minute - DOJ Civil Filing Suggests a DOGE Employee May Have Created External Social Security Data Files and Had Contact with Election Denier Group American Oversight - The Trump Administration's Citizenship Data System Groups Taking Action:League of Women Voters, C.R.E.W., Electronic Privacy Information Center, Democracy Forward, Fair Elections CenterRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – How to Register And Vote in Your StatePlease follow us on Facebook and Bluesky Social, and SHARE! Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgWant ADM sent to your email?  Sign up here!#News #Democracy  #DemocracyNews #VoterData #SAVEDatabase #1974PrivacyAct #DonaldTrump #ExecutiveOrders

Hear about the Caucus Process from Ken Davis, Chair of the El Paso County Republican Party about party process over the coming months. He chats with Shelly Roehrs, your host, on Making Democracy Work.Donate Today! League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region: https://lwvppr.org/Candidate Forums: http://vote411.org/El Paso County Republican Party - https://www.gopelpaso.com/Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Faith Morrison from the Copper Country League of Women Voters with an update about the Houghton County Jail project.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Copyright © 2025, ListenUpRadio, Houghton, MI.

With Scott out, Jesse (and producer Seth!) talk through the Knoxville Police Department's new drones and cameras; the Legislature's raft of immigration enforcement bills; the new City Council members' delay of some local grants; and the passing of Natalie Haslam. They're joined by Compass correspondent Thomas Fraser, who explains Oak Ridge National Lab's role in a new national fusion energy project. And they look ahead to this week's County Commission meeting, and a breakfast with state legislators sponsored by the League of Women Voters.

Ahead of the Feb. 3, 2026, Naples City Council election, the League of Women Voters of Collier Council organized a candidate forum for all eight candidates seeking three open seats on the council. We'll hear a condensed broadcast of the forum moderated by Naples Daily News Executive Editor Wendy Fullerton Powell and WGCU's John Davis.

Kitty Cone and Brad Lomax were key players in the 1977 sit-ins which pressured the Department of Health and Human Services to establish policies to implement section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act. Research: R.8070 - Rehabilitation Act of 1973. https://www.congress.gov/bill/93rd-congress/house-bill/8070 Grim, Andrew. “Sitting-in for disability rights: The Section 504 protests of the 1970s.” National Museum of American History. https://americanhistory.si.edu/explore/stories/sitting-disability-rights-section-504-protests-1970s “Celebrating Kitty Cone: 1944-2015.” https://dredf.org/celebrating-kitty-cone-1944-2015/ Feingold, Lainey. “Disability Rights Leader Kitty Cone Dies at 70.” BeyondChron. 3/23/2015. https://beyondchron.org/curtis-kitty-cone-disability-rights-hero-dead-at-70/ Gardiner, Kathryn S. “Forgotten Foremothers: Kitty Cone - Disability Activist.” League of Women Voters of Indiana. 7/9/2022. https://www.lwvin.org/content.aspx?page_id=5&club_id=42001&item_id=77659 Lu, Wendy. “Overlooked No More: Kitty Cone, Trailblazer of the Disability Rights Movement.” New York Times. 3/26/2021. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/26/obituaries/kitty-cone-overlooked.html Center for Learner Equality. “Brad Lomax – Uniting the Civil Rights and Disability Rights Communities.” https://www.centerforlearnerequity.org/news/brad-lomax-uniting-the-civil-rights-and-disability-rights-communities/ Essien, Markus, director and producer. “Renegades: Brad Lomax.” PBS. https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/brad-lomax-documentary/33589/ Connelly, Eileen AJ. “Overlooked No More: Brad Lomax, a Bridge Between Civil Rights Movements.” New York Times. 7/20/2020. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/08/obituaries/brad-lomax-overlooked.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In unprecedented times, looking forward to the future is an act of resistance in itself. Join Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams for a visioning session outlining what 2026 could bring, the collective hope we hold for the future, and how Faith Choice Ohio plans to keep showing up in the new year for reproductive health, rights, and justice. In this episode, Kelley and Terry dive deep into the intersection between reproductive justice and immigrant rights, giving listeners some positive commitments we can make together to support our migrant neighbors in 2026. Links to discussed content: Immigration as Reproductive Justice Mini-Zine: www.faithchoiceohio.org/zines/p/immigration-justice-reproductive-justice All other Mini-Zine content: www.faithchoiceohio.org/zines Healing beyond borders: Why immigration justice is reproductive justice: https://amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/05/01/why-immigration-justice-is-reproductuve-justice/ Make a voting plan for 2026 with League of Women Voters of Ohio: www.lwvohio.org/make-a-voting-plan ICE targets relative of White House Press Secretary: www.cnn.com/2025/12/08/politics/karoline-leavitt-ice-relative-release Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants ending in February 2026: www.wlrn.org/immigration/2025-11-26/temporary-protected-status-haiti-tps-trump Music by Korbin Jones

On this segment of Copper Country Today, options are being discussed to find a way to replace the outdated Houghton County jail. Host Todd VanDyke welcomed Faith Morrison from the Copper Country League of Women Voters with an update.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Copyright © 2025, ListenUpRadio, Houghton, MI.

The League of Women Voters began as a national, nonpartisan nonprofit political organization that was founded in 1920, just a few months before the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteed women the right to vote. The Collier County chapter is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. One of their main information sources is Vote411.org. It's a one-stop shop for information about who and what will be on ballots for each election. We learn about their new educational effort is a series of videos called Civics Unplugged which cover basic government functions like the three branches, the houses of Congress, Constitutional Amendments, and more.

Nov. 18, 2025- The Trump administration is taking New York election officials to court for refusing to hand over sensitive voter identification information. We consider the lawsuit by U.S. Department of Justice with Erica Smitka, executive director for the League of Women Voters of New York State, who also discusses a 2026 legislative priority.

  The ongoing redistricting battle saw a major development on Monday night, when Judge Diana Gibson ruled that the map chosen by the legislature was invalid and instead adopted a map drawn by the League of Women Voters. Greg and Holly also spoke with Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, who shed light on what this decision means for the future of Utah politics.  

  Late last night, Third Circuit Judge Diana Gibson ruled that Map C, the map chosen by the legislature last month, does not meet the constitutional requirements of fairness, and instead chose a map proposed by the League of Women Voters. Holly and guest host John Dougall talk to GOP Party Chair Rob Axson and Better Boundaries Executive Director Elizabeth Rasmussen about the decision and what comes next.  

On 10/28/2025, the Northfield community gathered together for a forum on the Effects of Medicaid Changes in Our Community. The event was hosted by the League of Women Voters of Northfield & Cannon Falls, and Isaiah MN. Speakers at the event included: Zander Abbott, CEO of Northfield HospitalTom Nielsen, of the Northfield Retirement CommunitySandi Gerdes, Executive Director of Laura Baker Services AssociationCharlie Mandile, Executive Director of Health Finders Galen Malecha & Mike Johnston from Rice County.The League of Women Voters Northfield Cannon Falls sponsors educational events to provide the public with an opportunity to learn more about pressing civic issues. The League is a nonpartisan organization that does not support or oppose any political party or candidate. The views expressed in educational events are those of the panelists, not those of the League of Women Voters.

Congressman Riley Moore discusses the alleged atrosicities against Christians in Nigeria. Revenue Secretary Eric Nelson goes over October numbers. Metronews Sports' Brad Howe breaks down the WVU win over Houston and the start of basketball season. Judy Ball, League of Women Voters, on support for the WV School Board. And, how folks shopping the ACA Marketplace are reacting. 

Gerrymandering—the manipulation of voting maps for partisan gain—has been part of American politics since its founding, but today, the problem is reaching a breaking point.In this episode, host Simone Leeper shares the story of Vicki and Malcolm Reed, a Utah couple who Campaign Legal Center are representing in a landmark lawsuit defending voters' rights, alongside Mark Gaber, CLC's Senior Director of Redistricting. Together, they trace how Utahns fought back after lawmakers attempted to overturn a voter-approved ballot measure that created a citizen-led independent  redistricting commission—and how the Utah Supreme Court ultimately sided with voters.As Malcolm and Vicki's story unfolds, we also highlight how the current wave of mid-decade redistricting arms race that started in Texas and is now spilling into other  states threatens to weaken voters' voices nationwide.  We explore how voters, courts and Congress can act to restore fairness to America's elections and ensure that voters — not politicians — decide the outcome.Timestamps:(00:01) — Who are Vicki and Malcolm Reed, and why did they take on Utah's legislature?(02:10) — What is gerrymandering, and how does it work?(05:11) — How did the framers envision fair representation?(10:10) — What is redistricting, and why does it matter for voters?(11:25) — What was Utah's Proposition 4, and how did it aim to end gerrymandering?(14:42) — What's the difference between racial and partisan gerrymandering?(15:12) — How do “packing” and “cracking” weaken voters' power?(16:02) — How has technology supercharged modern gerrymandering?(17:12) — How did Utah lawmakers gut the independent redistricting commission?(20:44) — Why did Campaign Legal Center sue the Utah legislature?(23:22) — What happened when CLC argued the case before the Utah Supreme Court?(25:15) — What did the unanimous court decision mean for Utah voters?(28:50) — What is happening right now in Texas and other states across the country?(32:55) — What federal laws could end gerrymandering nationwide?(36:13) — Why should the fight for fair maps in Utah give us hope for democracy?Host and Guests:Simone Leeper litigates a wide range of redistricting-related cases at Campaign Legal Center, challenging gerrymanders and advocating for election systems that guarantee all voters an equal opportunity to influence our democracy. Prior to arriving at CLC, Simone was a law clerk in the office of Senator Ed Markey and at the Library of Congress, Office of General Counsel. She received her J.D. cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2019 and a bachelor's degree in political science from Columbia University in 2016.Mark Gaber manages Campaign Legal Center's redistricting litigation and policy program, which seeks to achieve fair maps for racial and language minority groups, and to curb the influence of partisanship in redistricting.Mark has led CLC's redistricting program to major successes since the 2020 Census. He argued for petitioners in the Wisconsin Supreme Court in Clarke v. Wisconsin Election Commission, which resulted in the invalidation of Wisconsin's state legislative maps and the transformation of the state's legislative maps from being among the most politically skewed to among the most politically fair in the country. He is lead counsel in League of Women Voters of Utah v. Utah State Legislature, in which CLC has successfully challenged the Utah legislature's repeal of a voter-adopted initiative reforming the state's redistricting process and its enactment of an extremely gerrymandered congressional map. In that case, Mark has (to date) argued twice in the Utah Supreme Court, resulting in two unanimous decisions in favor of CLC's clients.Mark has also led CLC's redistricting team to victories enforcing the Voting Rights Act (VRA). These include two cases on behalf of North Dakota's Native American voters, where he has argued in the Eighth Circuit against a challenge aiming to neutralize the VRA by precluding citizens from filing suit and where CLC's clients have secured two legislative districts providing Native American voters an equal opportunity to elect their preferred candidates. Mark also led CLC's successful challenge to Washington's legislative map, which was found to discriminate against Latino voters in the Yakima region, and CLC's ongoing challenge to the racially discriminatory Galveston County, Texas, map.Links: Cartoon, "The Gerry-Mander", 1813 — Smithsonian Gerrymandering: The Origin Story — Library of Congress Blogs LWV Utah and MWEG v. Utah State Legislature — CLC Voting Rights Groups Sue To Ensure All Utah Voters Have a Voice — CLC Opinion: Why we sued Utah lawmakers for alleged gerrymandering — Desert News CLC, Utahns Score Huge Victory in the Fight for Fair Maps — CLC Utahns Score Huge Victory Voiding Amendment D — CLC What Is Gerrymandering? — CLC How Can We Combat Gerrymandering? — CLC Do Independent Redistricting Commissions Really Prevent Gerrymandering? Yes, They Do — CLC New Report Outlines How to Make a Redistricting Commission Effective — CLC Independent Redistricting Commissions: Primer and Best Practices — CLC Redistricting Commissions in the 2021 Redistricting Cycle — CLC League of Women Voters on the Utah win — LWV Understanding the Current High Stakes Redistricting Fight – Trevor Potter's Newsletter Inside the Trump Administration's Efforts to Discriminate Against Texas' Black and Latino Voters — CLC About CLC:Democracy Decoded is a production of Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. Campaign Legal Center fights for every American's freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Learn more about us.Democracy Decoded is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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We'll bring you highlights of a forum between candidates for Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board. The candidates answered questions on issues from test scores to school funding. Hosted by WFAE and the League of Women Voters of Charlotte-Mecklenburg and moderated by WFAE's education reporter James Farrell.

KVMR News speaks with Randi Swisley, Voter Services Chair of the League of Women Voters of Nevada County, a nonpartisan organization which promotes voting, provides resources for informed citizenship, and encourages civic engagement. Randi answers questions about California's November 4th Special Election, which will ask voters to approve or reject Proposition 50. The League of Women Voters of Nevada County has additional resources, including a multi-part video series about Prop 50 for voters still unclear about the proposition.  https://my.lwv.org/california/nevada-county/elections/upcoming-elections

Hannah Burling, president of the League of Women Voters of New Mexico, joins us to talk about the customizable voter guide her organization puts together each year.Podcast Host: Lou DiVizioNMiF Show Host: Nash JonesGuest: Hannah Burling, President, League of Women Voters of New MexicoFor More Information:Voter Guide from the League of Women Voters  

Rice County Commissioner Galen Malecha and Kathleen Doran-Norton from the League of Women Voters and ISAIAH talk about tomorrow's panel discussion at St. John's Lutheran Church on the impacts the cuts to Medicaid will have on the Northfield and Rice County community. Effects of Medicaid Changes on Our Community panel information

This is the WFHB Local News for Thursday, October 23rd, 2025. In today's newscast, WFHB welcomes Ray Boomhower, esteemed Indiana biographer, on Civic Conversations – a monthly podcast collaboration between the local chapter of the League of Women Voters and WFHB. More in today's feature report. Also coming up in the next half hour, WFHB …

The Environmental Protection Agency's pledge to “get out of the way” on chemical reviews to accelerate the buildout of artificial intelligence data centers doesn't mean those reviews would be any less “robust,” a top EPA nominee told lawmakers Wednesday. Appearing before the Senate Environment & Public Works Committee, Douglas Troutman — President Donald Trump's pick for assistant administrator for toxic substances — was pressed by Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., about comments made by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin last month following a White House roundtable with AI and data center leaders. In a Sept. 18 press release, Zeldin announced that the EPA would begin prioritizing the review of new chemicals — under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) — that would be used in data center projects. Markey asked Troutman, a former chemical industry lobbyist, what provisions in federal toxic safety laws indicate the EPA can “get out of the way of reviewing chemicals for safety.” Troutman responded that “nothing will change with regard to the robust review based on the risk-based statute enacted under Section Five of TSCA.” Markey appeared unconvinced, telling Troutman that if he's confirmed, he will “be under orders from Administrator Zeldin to get out of the way.” The Massachusetts Democrat made the case that “big tech bosses” with ties to the administration could lean on the agency to bypass regular review protocols. Voting rights groups are asking a court to block an ongoing Trump administration effort to merge disparate federal and state voter data into a massive citizenship and voter fraud database. Last week, the League of Women Voters, the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) and five individuals sued the federal government in D.C. District Court, saying it was ignoring decades of federal privacy law to create enormous “national data banks” of personal information on Americans. On Tuesday, the coalition, represented by Democracy Forward Foundation, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), and Fair Elections Center, asked the court for an emergency injunction to halt the Trump administration's efforts to transform the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements into an immense technological tool to track potential noncitizens registered to vote. Until this year, SAVE was an incomplete and limited federal database meant to track immigrants seeking federal benefits. In an Oct. 7 court filing, the groups said an immediate injunction was needed to prevent permanent privacy harms due to the “illegal and secretive consolidation of millions of Americans' sensitive personal data across government agencies into centralized data systems” through SAVE. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

This week's guest is Sonya Letson, a lifelong advocate for justice and democracy. From serving three terms as Potter County Attorney to her work as a municipal court judge, assistant district attorney, and in leadership with the League of Women Voters, Sonya's career reflects a deep commitment to fairness, civic health, and the preservation of democratic systems. In our conversation, Sonya shares her pragmatic view of the law—accepting its limits while using its flexibilities to pursue what is right. Smart, quick-witted, and deeply thoughtful, Sonya brings expertise and perspective that feel especially relevant in this moment for our democracy.

This Democracy in Action forum, entitled "Constitutional Crisis: Are Our Rights in Jeopardy?" and put on the the Louisville League of Women Voters, featured guest speakers Kentucky Representative Nima Kulkarni, Democrat from the 40th District and immigration attorney and David Tachau, attorney representing the Jefferson County Teachers Association and School Board before the Kentucky Supreme Court. Cathy Hinko, attorney, moderated. The meeting took place September 15, 2025.

This week on Clover, I sit down with Emily Gupton—a technology leader, community builder, and soon-to-be President of Austin Women in Technology. Emily's career path has been anything but linear: from studying neuroscience and working in radiology, to project management in commercial furniture, to building a SaaS platform from the ground up, and now serving as CTO at SKG.In this conversation, Emily shares how curiosity, resilience, and community have shaped her many pivots. She opens up about navigating male-dominated spaces in tech, the power of asking questions (even the “silly” ones), and how investing in education—from her MBA to an MIT certificate—helped her bridge career transitions.We also dive into Emily's passion for building inclusive communities, her leadership journey with Austin Women in Technology, and her past work with the League of Women Voters of Texas. Whether you're considering a career pivot, looking for inspiration to step into leadership, or craving stories of women making big impacts in Austin and beyond—this episode will leave you energized.What you'll learn in this episode:How to embrace career pivots with curiosity and courageWhy community and mentorship are essential in tech (and beyond)Emily's approach to leadership, equity, and empowering diverse voicesPractical tips for choosing the right further education or certificationHow Austin Women in Technology fosters growth, connection, and opportunityConnect with Emily:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emily-guptonWebsite: emilykgupton.comAustin Women in Technology: https://www.awtaustin.org/ Communities & OrganizationsLeague of Women Voters of Texas: lwvtexas.orgInnotech Women in Tech Summit — partnered event with AWTCapital Factory / Austin Tech Week — collaborative events with AWTAustin Forum on Technology & Society — partner org for technical topics like quantum computingBooks & AuthorsSmart Brevity — by the Axios team; recommended by her CEO and used as a communication frameworkNeil Gaiman — mentioned as a favorite author for personal, whimsical, and fantastical reading

Ep 256: A bombing rocks the home of a man with a dangerous past. But the real story begins blocks away—with a woman who refused to open her door. This is the Dollree Mapp story Sources for Today's Episode: • The Marshall Project • Mapp v. Ohio (1961) • The Patriot Ledger • The New York Times • The LA Times • Justia.com • League of Women Voters of Muncie-Delaware County Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Flamingo - Keep smooth and refreshed with Flamingo: hair removal products made with your body in mind. Get started with an exclusive offer for our listeners. 25% OFF your first order at shopflamingo.com/WAC. Credits: • Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks • Produced by James Varga • Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo • Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro • Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: • Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime • Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple's podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. • YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Keywords: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices