Creating A More Perfect Democracy
Six years ago, the Shelby v. Holder decision struck down the protections of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) and lead to unprecedented levels of voter suppression across America. But soon, the U.S. House will be voting on H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act, which will not only restore the original VRA but will also provide greater transparency and protection for voters …
Why it Matters The U.S. Census data is used to make decisions around education, healthcare, infrastructure, and political representation. With increased growth in the country, getting an accurate and complete count of every person living within is crucial to ensure that each state receives funding to support the number of residents in each state. This Census the focus continues to …
Our citizen-led democracy saw many great moments in 2019, and the League of Women Voters was instrumental in achieving these milestone victories. Here are a few highlights from Virginia Kase, CEO of the League of Women Voters of the United States.