The League of Women Voters has a comprehensive platform that guides our advocacy work. Our key positions include:
Voting Rights: Ensuring that every eligible citizen has the right and ability to vote. We advocate for policies that expand access to the ballot box and protect against voter suppression.
Government Transparency and Accountability: Promoting open and responsive government at all levels. We support measures that increase transparency, reduce corruption, and ensure public officials are accountable to the people.
Environmental Protection: Advocating for policies that address climate change, protect natural resources, and promote sustainability. We believe in science-based solutions to environmental challenges.
Healthcare Access: Supporting policies that ensure affordable, high-quality healthcare for all. We believe that healthcare is a fundamental human right.
Education: Promoting equitable access to quality education for all students. We advocate for funding and policies that support public education and educational equity.
Social and Economic Justice: Working to eliminate discrimination and promote policies that ensure fairness and equality in all aspects of society. We support measures that address income inequality and protect civil rights.
Gun Safety: Advocating for common-sense gun laws that protect public safety while respecting the rights of responsible gun owners. We support measures to reduce gun violence.
Equal Rights Amendment (ERA): Supporting the ratification and implementation of the ERA to ensure that equal rights under the law are not denied or abridged on account of sex.
To read more about details about our positions click on this link:
How We Adopt Positions (from the LWVMN webpage)
LWVMN adopts positions based on careful study and consensus. To adopt a position, members must conduct sanctioned studies on an issue for a two-year period. The recommendations from the study are brought to the larger body for a vote, and if approved, become part of the official positions supported by LWVMN.
The positions formed through our study process are the basis of our advocacy work. Local LWVs may also adopt positions at the local level relating to local issues. While the League of Women Voters never supports or opposes a political candidate or party, we do advocate for our adopted positions on vital issues of concern to members and the public.
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