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Unite and Rise!
“From the flagrant disregard for congressional authority and governmental checks and balances to defying Supreme Court orders...one thing is abundantly clear: our country is in a constitutional crisis." (LWV CEO Celina Stewart and President Dianna Wynn) We the people must fight back. That is why the LWV has launched Unite & Rise 8.5

Unite & Rise 8.5 is building a movement to include 8.5 million individuals to unite and rise against the anti-democratic actions of the current administration. Launched in May 2025 and running until the 2026 midterm elections, this initiative is part of LWV's Women Defend Democracy campaign. Through the Women Defend Democracy campaign, the League will work to:

  • Provide Democracy Education & Election Administration Support
  • Restore and Defend Voting Rights Protections
  • Abolish the Electoral College
  • Protect Democracy Organizations & Institutions
  • Fight for Reproductive Freedoms 
The Four Pillars of Unite & Rise 8.5 include:

  •  Legal & Policy Advocacy: Challenge unconstitutional actions through litigation, advocate for electoral integrity reforms at state and federal levels, fight voter suppression, and protect due process.
  • Public Mobilization & Coalition Building: Organize millions of people for quick activations and longer-planned activist campaigns, uplift local voices, and partner with grassroots, national, and international organizations.
  • Civic Education & Engagement: Launch public awareness campaigns, expand voter registration and turnout efforts, host educational forums, connect policy to real-life impact, and equip people with tools to act.
  • Democracy Resilience: Build lasting infrastructure to protect democratic values and institutions for the long haul.
Yes, Unite & Rise 8.5 is fighting for our democracy on multiple fronts, from the courts to the streets. Here's what you can do now:

  • Commit to action:  Sign our commitment form to Unite and Rise for democracy here: Unite and Rise form

  • Protect equal voting rights:  Tell your representatives to support the John Lewis Voting Right Advancement Act 
  • “Turn Up the Heat” on elected officials:  Connect directly with your representatives on the issues that matter via Town Halls and other opportunities. Use LWVSKC's TRY for info to reach out.
  • Oppose federal interferences:  Tell Congress to fully investigate the legality of President Trump's actions in US cities, to oppose the misuse of federal authority, and to stand up for democracy.
  • Raise your voice about illegal deportations:  Join mobilizations around immigrant rights and due process with organizations like the National Partnership for New Americans, United We Dream, and others and speak up here.
  • Act locally:  Join local organizations like the League of Women Voters of Seattle King County to act on the issues that matter in your community.
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Aiming to harness the power of voter engagement as a fundamental part of our democracy, Unite & Rise 8.5 is more than an initiative; it’s a movement-building strategy. Each 90-day arc grows our collective capacity, and pushes us closer to a democracy that truly reflects the people it serves. By centering women, partnerships, and power, we are building not just for this election cycle, but for the generations to come.

May 2026 – July 2026 is the League's People Power Summer!  The League will continue our work around primaries and election preparation while highlighting the many ways individuals and communities can vote for an inclusive democracy. Activities will also connect to the 250th Anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence and prepare Leagues for a nationwide Day of Action on August 8, marking the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act and connecting its legacy to the battles we are fighting today.
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Today, we are once again caught up in the cycle of history where we are faced with the daunting task of reclaiming our democracy from an administration that is dedicated to overturning the progress toward equality for all. As the leaders and foot soldiers of the past built a coalition to fight back against rampant entrenched discrimination, we are being called to create or join coalitions in each of our communities. In the months ahead, we will deepen partnerships, strengthen our collective infrastructure, and prepare for a nationwide day of action — while building toward the critical work of supporting voters in the 2026 midterm elections.

The LWVSKC is focused on equipping voters with the information and confidence they need to participate. As well as reaching out to new audiences to introduce them to the League’s work. Join us!
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