Democracy in Action Across Washington State | News from the League of Women Voters of WA

• URGENT: The Senate's version of the "Big Beautiful Bill" makes even deeper cuts to Medicaid than the House's. Tell the Senate to oppose Medicaid cuts HERE—and make sure you're well informed on the current budget reconciliation process by reading this blog post from LWVUS. 
• Check out the League's 'Unite and Rise 8.5' campaign to defend democracy and activate 8.5 million voices through civic engagement, education, and collective power. Learn more or get involved.
• Make sure your friends and family are registered to vote ahead of Washington's Primary Election—voting begins July 18! Direct them to VoteWA.gov to register or learn more.

6.18 WED // Redistricting Taskforce Meeting  

All individuals and organizational representatives are invited to join us on the third Wednesday of each month for the Redistricting Reform Task Force meeting. Each month we strategize and implement the actions needed to achieve reform. Learn more.

7.4-6 // Free America Weekend
In between the family events, barbeques, and fireworks celebrate US Independence Day by taking part in the Free America Weekend, beginning July 4. Find and even near you. 

7.17 THU // National Day of Action: Good Trouble Lives On
Five years since the passing of Congressman John Lewis, communities across the country will take to the streets, courthouses, and community spaces to carry forward his fight for justice, voting, rights, and dignity for all. Find an event near you. 

Find more League events around the state. →

From The President: The Work Ahead

"I am honored to have been elected your president. We have big work to do and are living in historic, challenging times. Be hopeful. Be safe. Know this: When we work together with courage, we have everything we need. Together, we are enough." Read more from the LWVWA's President for the 2025-2027 biennium below. 

Key Redistricting Case Louisiana v. Callais Won't Be Decided This Term. What's Next?

This case carries massive implications for voting rights and democracy as it involves two concepts: racial vote dilution and racial gerrymandering. On the last day of its 2025 term, SCOTUS announced the case would not be decided but re-argued next term. Learn more about this case and what happens now below.

LWV: Defending Democracy Nationwide

A round up of ways the League of Women Voters has been speaking out and standing up against threats to US democracy this month.

We provide this list of articles about the League's work in Washington State to showcase the work being done by our state and local Leagues. You may encounter a paywall when you click on an article. As our recent study “The Decline of Local News and Its Impact on Democracy” found, local newspapers play a crucial role in supporting healthy communities and healthy democracies. The LWVWA encourages you to subscribe to your local paper if you are able.

GUEST WRITERS: Bill For Public Support of Local News Deserves a Second Chance // LWV Washington // Cascadia Daily News

GUEST VIEWPOINT: A Recap of the League of Women Voters' Discussion on Budget Cuts // LWV Kittitas County // The Daily Record

Library to Host Forum with League of Women Voters // LWV Pullman Area // Whitman County Gazette

League of Women Voters Snohomish County Elects New Officers, Honors 'Legends' // LWV Snohomish County // My Edmond News

World Refugee Day Returns to Spokane for 10th Year // LWV Spokane Area // FavsNews

LWV Observer Corps Notes on Public Meetings // LWV of the San Juans // The Journal of the San Juans Islands

LWV Observer Corps Notes on SJC Board of Health Meeting // LWV of the San Juans // The Islands' Weekly

A Garden Tour for a Good Cause // LWV Thurston County // JOLT News

'No Kings' Protest on Whidbey Draw Huge Turnout // LWV Whidbey Island // Whidbey News-Times

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