The League is political. We lobby for and against proposed laws–after we study them and adopt policy positions on the issues. We do not support or oppose candidates or parties. Our top issues for 2017 include…
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Should LWVBAE Adopt Proportional Representation by Concurrence?
Posted on Jun 22, 2017 in League News
Should the majority rule? Should the (political) minority be represented? Should LWVBAE adopt a position in favor of proportional representation by concurrence with Washington State League’s position? Proportion...
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Annual Meeting Actions: Budget, Bylaws, Policy Priorities for 2017-18
Posted on Jun 18, 2017 in League News
The League's 2017 Annual Business Meeting on May 11 opened with some very pleasant moments and various necessary actions. Ora Huth, a 50 Yea...
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Sign the Petition: Urge Legislators to Introduce Make It Fair Amendment
Posted on Jun 23, 2017 in League News
Our California legislators have not reintroduced the Make It Fair Amendment to close commercial property tax loopholes and recapture up to $9 billion dollars for schools and local government. In California, the same corp...
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Calling all Knitters and Crocheters!! Join a Pussy Hat Project
Posted on Jun 14, 2017 in League News
We need your help to make pink pussy hats and brooches for sale at upcoming events and meetings. The League of San Diego was kind enough to pass along their patterns and we want to start stitching. These little guys flew...
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Climate Change: Taking It Local
Posted on Jun 12, 2017 in League News
Climate change is a global issue, but that doesn’t mean we’re helpless. In fact, much of the solution will be what may seem like just small changes. And most of the changes are local. Local actions to combat cli...
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