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League of Women Voters of Texas

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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages the informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Our mission: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · Sep 8

There's a Constitutional Amendment Election coming up soon in Texas with 17 proposed amendments on the ballot! Here are all of the key dates you need to know!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 21h

It's #NationalVoterEducationWeek and today is about sharing with family and friends! People are more likely to vote when someone they know and trust asks them to, and our communities are strongest when everyone participates. Visit LWVTexas.org or VOTE411.org for more info!

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 1d

🚨ACTION ALERT!!!🚨 The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is considering a rule that would require people to show documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC) to register to vote in federal elections. Tell the EAC what you think by Oct. 20th! Comment here: www.regulations.gov/commenton/EA...

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 1d

It's #NationalVoterEducationWeek & today is about understanding the voting process!

1. Ballots are counted carefully and fairly
2. Recounts are normal
3. Election results take time
4. Elections are run by nonpartisan election workers
5. Elections are safe & secure

Visit VOTE411.org for more info!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 3d

VOTE411 is live!!! Visit VOTE411.org/lwvtx for polling dates and locations, what's on your ballot, and more!

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 3d

It's #NationalVoterEducationWeek and today is all about getting to know your ballot! LWVTX 2025 Texas Constitutional Amendment Election Voters Guides make it easy to understand what's on your ballot! We even have proposed amendment explainer videos! Visit LWVTexas.org or VOTE411.org for more info!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 4d

LWV Texas prsident, Joyce LeBombard, was a guest speaker at the Amarillo League of Women Voters 75th anniversary celebration!

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 4d

TODAY, Monday, Oct. 6th is the deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration for the upcoming Texas Constitutional Amendment Election! Visit VOTE411.org/lwvtx or LWVTexas.org for more information about voter registration and/or the upcoming election.

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 9d

Upcoming FREE Webinar: Libraries as Civic Hubs: Dialogue, Deliberation, and Civic Engagement in Challenging Times

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 28th
🕐 1:00–2:30 p.m. CST
🔗https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjM2NzY2

Libraries as Civic Hubs

Join NCDD Webinar

www.flipcause.com

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 9d

LWV member, Janet Mattern, wrote a powerful op-ed in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram about the redistricting in Tarrant County. Read more here: www.star-telegram.com/opinion/opn-...

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 9d

The deadline to register to vote or update your voter registration for the upcoming Texas Constitutional Amendment Election is Monday, Oct. 6th! Visit VOTE411.org/lwvtx or LWVTexas.org for more information about voter registration and/or the upcoming election.

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 11d

Poll Monitors are needed in Harris and Tarrant Counties!!! As a nonpartisan Poll Monitor, you will observe polling sites, answer voters’ questions, and report any problems that may arise, providing support and protection to Texas voters. Sign up for training here: www.mobilize.us/commoncause/...

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 15d

Want to stay up-to-date on all of the election dates and deadlines? Text VOTERINFO to 512-595-3755 to receive nonpartisan voting reminders!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 18d

Texas has a Constitutional Amendment Election coming up on 11/4/25 with 17 proposed amendments on the ballot. We created unbiased explainer videos for each of the proposed amendments that clearly explain the pros and cons, so you can cast your vote with confidence! Playlist: bit.ly/lwvtx-ca2025...

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 21d

If you're in the Austin area tomorrow, Sarurday, Sept. 9th, stop by the Texas State Capitol from 10am-noon for the Constitution Day Rally!!!

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 22d

Thanks to BET and the National Urban League, today is #NationalBlackVoterDay, an initiative focused on getting Black Americans registered to vote ahead of November. Read more here: nul.org/news/nationa...

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 23d

Our Voter Education Chair, Marilyn Minnaar, attended a show at 59E59 Theaters in New York City and ran into advocates registering people to vote on National Voter Registration Day!!!

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 23d

Join us in celebrating the birthday of Mary Burnett Talbert (1866-1923). She believed that race and gender were unifying factors that could help resolve class issues. Talbert became one of the first women to join the NAACP after its founding in 1909.

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 23d

On this #ConstitutionDay, we celebrate the document that laid the foundation of our democracy. It’s more than history! It’s a call to action. Let’s honor it by protecting the right to vote and ensuring every voice is heard. Be informed, be engaged, and VOTE!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 24d

It's National Voter Registration Day!!! If you're not already registered to vote, do it today! If you're already registered to vote, help a friend get registered! For more information about voter registration, visit VOTE411.org/lwvtx or LWVTexas.org.

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 25d

The deadline to register to vote (or update your voter registration) in the upcoming Texas Constitutional Amendment Election is Monday, Oct. 6th! Visit VOTE411.org/lwvtexas or LWVTexas.org for more information about voter registration and/or the upcoming election.

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 28d

🚨 FACEBOOK LIVE EVENT – Saturday, Sept. 20 @ 11 AM (CT) 🚨

Lioness is teaming up with LWV Texas to talk civic engagement & voting rights for Texans impacted by the criminal legal system. Learn about your voting rights, how to advocate for yourself and your community, and why every voice matters.

League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 28d

It's Disability Voting Rights Week! Every voter deserves equal access to the ballot box! DVRW is about raising awareness, removing barriers, and standing up for disability rights at the polls. Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you face barriers when voting.

AAPD - The American Association of People with Disabilities @aapd.com · Sep 9

Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW) is here! This week is all about using your power, and we hope you'll join us to share information and lift up the advocacy of REV UP across the country. Access our DVRW toolkit at this link to get involved:

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2025 Disability Voting Rights Week

Fill out this form to get access to the Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW) Partner Toolkit! The toolkit includes social media graphics with image descriptions, messaging, event guidance, sample pres...

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · 29d

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We honor the courage of first responders, the resilience of survivors, and the unity that carried our nation forward. May we continue to uphold the values of democracy, compassion, and community as we work together for a stronger future.

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · Sep 8

There's a Constitutional Amendment Election coming up soon in Texas with 17 proposed amendments on the ballot! Here are all of the key dates you need to know!

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League of Women Voters of Texas @lwvtexas.bsky.social · Sep 1

This Labor Day we’re recognizing the contributions of laborers by taking a look back at the impact of labor unions on the women’s suffrage movement. Learn more here: www.crusadeforthevote.org/working-wome...