[LWV] League of Women Voters®
of the District of Columbia
 
Democracy Is Not A Spectator Sport
Serving the people of the District of Columbia
The League of Women Voters has been voted the most trusted not-for-profit organization in America. It is a nonpartisan political organization that ecourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy.
Calendar of Events We sponsor meetings and events for the public and League members as well as provide information about other opportunities for civic participation.
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Elections September 14 Primary Election Voter Guide - now available online. The League of Women Voters of DC asked all candidates on the September 14th ballot to answer questions about issues important to every DC resident. Find their responses here.

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About the League What is our mission? How are we structured? What is our history?
Where We Stand Positions on governmental issues supported by the League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia.

Highlights

NEW! Find out about new voting procedures that go into effect with the September 14th Primary elections. Click Here.

  • 90th Anniversary Rally: Walk for DC Rights! August 26 from 7am to 7pm to commemorate the addition of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution and remind the public that DC citizens do not have full democracy.

    This Women's Equality Day event has been successfully completed. Read about it in the next newsletter and remember: the League is not for women only; membership has been open to men since 1973.

  • Join us at our next event! Candidate Forum: Mayor and DC Council Chair Wednesday, September 1, 6:30 - 9:30 pm at the Washington Ethical Society, 7750 16th Street, NW (at Kalmia Road)

    The program will open with a special elections update by Rokey W. Suleman, Executive Director, Board of Elections and Ethics

  • Fall Luncheon Join us on September 25, 2010 at Clyde's of Gallery Place for the Fall Luncheon. We'll kick off our progam year with a brunch and keynote speaker, Chad Ramsey, Director of Federal Legislation for the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. Reserve your space today! Download a form.

  • Brown Bag Dialogue Series:
    Around the table discussion over lunch (bring your own brown bag lunch) about various public issues
    See Calendar for list of speakers, times and location. Or, contact the League office at 202 222-0710.

  • UNIT Meetings: The League holds small group neighborhood meetings for in-depth discussion and study of various issues of interest in the District. Topic experts and resource materials are provided.
    Click here for day, date, time, and location. Or, contact the League office at 202 222-0710.

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