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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 6d

Ireland recently elected a new president. What can we learn from how they did it? substack.com/home/post/p-...

Ranked Choice Voting from Ireland to Chicago

Ireland recently elected a new president. What can we learn from how they did it?

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 11d

Watch LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby on the Santita Jackson show! www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AHj...

The Santita Jackson Show Wednesday, October 22, 2025 First Hour

YouTube video by The Santita Jackson Show (The S Jackson Radio Show)

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 18d

We’re getting ready for Saturday’s #NoKings Chicago rally and march! See you there—be sure to say hi and get one of our new ‘Voting is People Power’ buttons 🎉

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Chicago Board of Elections @chicagoelection.bsky.social · 25d

Chicago is looking for high school students to serve as election judges for the upcoming March 17, 2026 Primary Election! To learn more and apply, go to: pollworker.chicagoelections.gov

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 19d

It's time to SHOW UP for the nationwide #NoKings protests this Saturday, October 18—and bring your friends, family, and neighbors with you! We’re rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services. #UniteAndRise
www.mobilize.us/indivisiblec...

Hands Off Chicago / No Kings! Rally and March · Indivisible Chicago

Here in Chicago we know how to rise up, fight back, and support each other. It is more important than ever that we do that together on October 18th as we show the nation and the world that Chicago is ...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 19d

There's a new attempt to require burdensome documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. This is an all hands on deck moment—we need your help to stop it!

Take a minute to submit a comment telling the EAC that this is voter suppression ➡️ www.lwvil.org/news/action-...

Take Action: Protect Your Right to Vote — League of Women Voters of Illinois

There is a new attempt to require burdensome documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. This is an all hands on deck moment—we need your help to stop it.

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 19d

As communities prepare for the upcoming #NoKings protests, watch our free webinar to learn how to protect your rights, stay safe while exercising free speech, and be prepared for peaceful civic action. #UniteAndRise #KnowYourRights www.lwvchicago.org/news/know-yo...

Know Your Rights & Protest Safety — League of Women Voters Chicago

As communities prepare for the upcoming NO KINGS protests, watch our free webinar to learn how to protect your rights, stay safe while exercising free speech, and be prepared for peaceful civic action...

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 24d

LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby joined @lorissa.bsky.social of The Female Body Politic to talk about what’s happening on the ground in Chicago and what we all can do to help. Watch now! substack.com/home/post/p-...

FBP x LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby

A recording from Lorissa Rinehart's live video

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 27d

As communities prepare for upcoming NO KINGS protests, join us for a free webinar on Monday, October 13 to learn how to protect your rights, stay safe while exercising free speech, and be prepared for peaceful civic action. RSVP ➡️ www.lwvchicago.org/calendar-of-...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 27d

We’re calling on our friends and neighbors to unite and rise for democracy on October 18. We're rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services. Find a protest near you at nokings.org and SHOW UP. #UniteAndRise

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · 27d

Chicago is under threat. LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby has a message for everyone wondering how we can meet this moment. substack.com/@lwvchicago/...

Why We Must Meet This Moment

Chicago is under threat. LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby has a message for everyone wondering how we can meet this moment.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 28d

The League stands with our members, residents of Illinois, and the elected government of our sovereign state in renewing our condemnation of troop deployment in Illinois because there is no justification for such action. Read here: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Oct 2

We're thrilled to partner with LUSH Cosmetics this #NationalVoterEducationWeek to help customers prepare for upcoming local elections in their area! 💄 🗳️

Have a Lush store near you? Come say hi to our local League volunteers next week, Oct 4-12th!

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Oct 2

Young people hold the key to our democracy's future.

In this latest Forbes article, LWV CEO Celina Stewart breaks down how nonpartisan civic engagement organizations empower the future generation:
www.forbes.com/sites/civicn...

Today’s College Students Hold The Key To Our Democracy’s Future

College students who learn how to mobilize their peers today will be the organizers, poll workers, and community leaders of tomorrow.

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Sep 30

In the Roman Republic, ultimate sovereignty was supposed to lie with the Roman people. In reality, however, senators and wealthy elites often guided the process through custom and influence.

Read LWV Chicago VP John Engle's introduction to Roman elections! ➡️ open.substack.com/pub/lwvchica...

Politics of the Res Publica

An Introduction to Roman Elections

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Sep 23

We celebrated #ConstitutionDay with a special talk by John Engle, our historian-in-residence! John explored the framing of the Constitution, including its historical context and role in shaping the politics of the young republic. Watch now >>
www.lwvchicago.org/news/constit...

How the Constitution Came to Be — League of Women Voters Chicago

We celebrated Constitution Day with a special talk by John Engle, our historian-in-residence! John explored the framing of the Constitution, including its historical context and role in shaping t...

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Sep 17

Happy #ConstitutionDay— join us tonight!

LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Sep 12

How does America’s founding charter continues to shape—and be tested by—our democracy today? Join us to celebrate #ConstitutionDay next week with a special talk exploring the framing of the U.S. Constitution.
www.lwvchicago.org/calendar-of-...

Framing the Republic: How the U.S. Constitution Came to Be — League of Women Voters Chicago

Join the League of Women Voters of Chicago on Constitution Day for a special talk by John Engle, Vice President of LWV Chicago and its historian-in-residence. A published historian and political the...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · Sep 16

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! The League is so proud to partner with NVRD to make sure every eligible voter knows that there is no such thing as an ‘off year’ when it comes to democracy🫶

Already registered to vote? Check your voter registration at VOTE411.org! 🗳

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Sep 16

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! If you have recently moved, changed your name, become a citizen, or haven’t already registered to vote, today is a GREAT day to get #voteready. Head to VOTE411.org to register to vote.

VOTE411

Election information you need. Brought to you by The League of Women Voters Education Fund.

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Sep 12

How does America’s founding charter continues to shape—and be tested by—our democracy today? Join us to celebrate #ConstitutionDay next week with a special talk exploring the framing of the U.S. Constitution.
www.lwvchicago.org/calendar-of-...

Framing the Republic: How the U.S. Constitution Came to Be — League of Women Voters Chicago

Join the League of Women Voters of Chicago on Constitution Day for a special talk by John Engle, Vice President of LWV Chicago and its historian-in-residence. A published historian and political the...

www.lwvchicago.org

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · Sep 10

It's Teens Voter Registration Day!! Encourage the teens in your life to register to vote and get engaged in the democratic process—16 & and 17-year-olds are eligible to pre-register to vote in Illinois ➡️ ova.elections.il.gov

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Aug 29

The President has once again threatened to deploy the National Guard with a rationale of lies—this time to Chicago—against the wishes of local and state officials and the general public. www.lwvchicago.org/news/stateme...

League of Women Voters Condemns National Guard Deployment to Chicago — League of Women Voters Chicago

The President has once again threatened to deploy the National Guard with a rationale of lies—this time to Chicago—against the wishes of local and state officials and the general public.

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Aug 26

Today is Women’s (In)Equality Day. To mark the occasion, LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby sat down for a conversation with Jill Wine-Banks, distinguished attorney, podcaster, and MSNBC Legal Analyst. #WID25 @jillwine-banks.bsky.social ‪
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Women's (In)Equality Day 2025

A Conversation With Jill Wine-Banks

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Aug 20

In Illinois, about 19% of votes from the 2024 general election last fall were cast by mail. Many people with disabilities and elderly voters rely on mail-in ballots.

Watch LWV Chicago VP Betty Magness' interview with WTTW about the necessity of mail-in voting! news.wttw.com/2025/08/19/t...

As Trump Vows to Eliminate Mail-In Voting, Illinois Elections Officials Say Fraud is ‘Extremely Rare’

In Illinois, there are numerous security checks in place to ensure the accuracy and security of mail-in voting, according to Matt Dietrich, a spokesperson for the state’s Board of Elections.

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LWV Chicago @lwvchicago.bsky.social · Aug 15

Join Chicagoans downtown TOMORROW, August 16 at 11:00 am in protest of the brazen attempt to gerrymander Congressional seats in Texas that undermine fair elections, silence voters of color, and attack our country's democratic foundations.

Learn more ➡️ www.lwvchicago.org/calendar-of-...

Chicago Rally & March: Stand Up for Texas — League of Women Voters Chicago

Join Chicagoans downtown for a national day of action in protest of the brazen attempt to gerrymander Congressional seats in Texas. These politicized redistricting efforts undermine fair election...

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