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Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. 

 

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Student-led Issue Forum on Housing!

Come to Inglemoor High School for a student-led issue forum on housing.


Hear from local officials and subject experts on the issue of housing. Panelists include:


  • Bobby Thompson, Executive Director, Housing Consortium of Everett and Snohomish County
  • Alina Araugo, Real Estate Consultant, Relocation Specialist, Windermere
  • Nigel Herbig, Mayor, City of Kenmore
  • Rami Al-Kabra, Deputy Mayor, City of Bothell
  • Sandra Lee, Executive Director, Bothell/Kenmore Chamber of Commerce


Wednesday, October 23. 

Northshore Concert Hall, 15500 Simonds Rd NE, Kenmore, WA 98028.


Join us at 6:30 to talk with students and visit with League of Women Voters members. The forum will start promptly at 7:00 until 8:15pm.


Vote NO on Statewide Initiatives

 

The League of Women Voters is opposing the four statewide initiatives on the ballot this November and asking voters to vote No on I-2066 requiring certain utilities and local governments to provide natural gas to eligible customers; I-2109 repealing the long-term capital gains tax; I-2117 prohibiting carbon tax credits and trading and repealing legislation establishing a cap and invest program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and I-2124 allowing employees and self-employed people to opt-out of Washington's long term care insurance program. Watch the recording to learn more.

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What are Civic Holidays?

Civic Holidays are nonpartisan days of action that strengthen and celebrate our country’s democracy! They bring together a wide range of organizations, like League of Women Voters, and communities in pursuit of an America where everyone participates and votes. Each holiday accounts for a different phase of democratic participation: registering to vote, making a plan, casting a ballot, and thanking the community members who make elections possible. Together, the Civic Holidays celebrate the entire voting experience.  

Can you name the four Civic Holidays?

1.National Voter Registration Day - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
First observed in 2012, over 5 million voters have registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day to date. As many as 1 in 5 eligible Americans are not registered to vote. League of Women Voters Seattle King County (LWVSKC) will be out at several locations registering voters on and around September 17th!

2.National Voter Education Week - October 7 - 11, 2024
Voters should have the information they need to cast their ballots with confidence. That’s where National Voter Education Week comes in. Find your voting information at VOTE411 and VoteWA 

Interested in free civics learning resources (power points and scripts) on Voting and How to Influence Change?  Check out LWVSKC' resources here and/or register for the Oct 16 Civics & You training (described above).

3.Vote Early Day - Tuesday October 29, 2024
When Americans vote early, they ensure last-minute problems, confusing election laws, or voter disinformation cannot prevent us from casting our ballot. Vote Early Day is a tentpole moment for partners nationwide to engage with voters and empower them with the tools to cast their ballots early.  Washington is a mail in ballot state – set a reminder on your phone to mail in your ballot on Tuesday October 29 – or before!

4.Election Hero Day - Monday, November 4, 2024
Celebrate the election administration teams, election workers, clerks and other individuals around the county who help ensure voters can cast their ballots securely and successfully.  This includes LWVSKC members who observe at King county elections!

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Register to vote and check your registration

  • Have you moved or changed your name since the last time you voted? It’s time to update your voter registration! Go to VOTE411 to get registered with your new info. 
  • Do you need to register to vote for the first time? Make sure your voice is heard and use our easy tool at VOTE411. 
  • Make sure your family and friends are registered to vote! Tell them to check VOTE411 to see their registration status, update their registration, or get registered for the first time! 
  • Even if you’re already registered, it’s a good idea to check your registration. Visit VOTE411 check registration by October 18, 2024 to confirm your registration information in case you need to update it. 
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Congratulations to Judy Deiro, Unit Facilitator of the Month

Judy has been an outstanding LWVSKC member and Unit Facilitator for many years – attending her first unit meeting in the Fall of 2014 and then joining LWVSKC in 2015. Her energy and determination have been an inspiration not only for her Unit, but other Unit Facilitators, the board and LWVSKC members in general.

  • Her Unit (North King County) is by far the largest in our League, with 90 members on the roster.
  • She has been awarded the Carrie Chapman Catt Award, given to a person or persons who exemplify those qualities attributed to Carrie Chapman Catt: Great ability and dedication to the community and the League of Women Voters. Since 1991, LWVSKC has honored outstanding League members who have made a lasting impact on our organization through their commitment to making democracy work and Judy is a standout in this regard.
  • She is a ferocious (in the best possible way!) champion of Voter Registrations.
  • She has created, promoted, and led numerous workshops and training for LWVSKC members.
  • She has worked with LWVSKC's Youth Committee to adapt civics engagement modules for use in Washington State and has worked tirelessly to especially get out the vote with youth.
  • She is an accomplished presenter and organizer who has spent her career in adult education.

Thank you, Judy, for your dedication to empowering voters, defending democracy, and modeling this mission in action for all LWVSKC members and the King County community at large!

 

LWVSKC is so proud of Judy; here she is doing what she is so passionate about – registering a young voter to vote!

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Join Us & Be the Change


Join the League today to be a part of our community of passionate activists building grassroots power and making change across the state – and country!


Donate to our work. Your donation keeps us working on critical policies to solve our counties biggest challenges – fighting for equity for every King County resident. Ensuring that everyone can use their voice and power to build an inclusive future for us all.


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