We hit the streets of Chicago to celebrate International Women’s Day and show our collective power. LWVIL VP Kathy Cortez spoke at the rally to warn against the SAVE Act, which would introduce significant barriers to registering to vote.
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Local Leagues across Illinois joined a nationwide movement to hold peaceful community gatherings, bringing people together in reflection, action, and solidarity during the president’s address to Congress.
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It is in unprecedented times like these that it is most important for the League of Women Voters to make sure voters are armed with facts, context, and actions. On February 8, we held our annual Issues Briefing to hear from experts and community leaders about important issues facing Illinois.
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Illinois is facing a troubling rise in hate, reflecting a national trend. Together, let’s raise awareness and create an environment that’s welcoming to all.
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We sent a letter outlining our League's priorities for the upcoming year to Governor JB Pritzker as well as Illinois General Assembly leaders.
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In a recent LWVIL-sponsored panel, we discussed legislative policies and innovative solutions that can help with the plastic crisis.
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The League's National Convention was held in Washington DC from June 27–30. Members came together to conduct the business of the League and spent a day on Capitol Hill to advocate in favor of the John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
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Many people think of plastic as a litter or environmental concern, but it is also a human health concern. How is plastic affecting your health—and what can you do about it?
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The Illinois General Assembly adjourned last month, having missed an opportunity during an election year to address various reforms needed to protect the environment and government ethics. But to its credit, lawmakers passed over $1 billion in revenue increases to move the needle on creating economic opportunity for families most in need.
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Five times in our nation’s history, the presidential candidate with the most votes was not elected to office. Our current US election system prioritizes the power of the Electoral College—an outdated racist relic—to disempower voters instead of prioritizing the power of its people.
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Instituting unnecessary legislation that denies voters a choice, especially when it restricts ballot access for one of the two major political parties in Illinois, runs counter to our beliefs and is inconsistent with democratic principles in general.
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Get the facts, combat misinformation! Learn about what implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act means for Illinois.
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