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SAVE THE DATE for Upcoming Consensus Meeting(s)
by League of Women Voters of West Virginia 04 Jan '25

04 Jan '25

All Members of LWVWV … SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 15, 2025 for LWVWV Consensus Meeting All LWV advocacy is based on positions established by consensus. An update of LWVUS Positions was just released. See Impact on Issues 2024 – 2026 <https://www.lwv.org/sites/default/files/2024-12/ImpactOnIssues_2024-FINAL-D…> Note: Currently, LWVUS has positions on the Congress and the Presidency, but LWVUS lacks a position on the third branch of government, the Federal Judiciary, including the Supreme Court. This is an enormous hole, given growing public dissatisfaction with the Courts and numerous reform proposals. For LWVUS to participate in the debate on reforms, a Position is essential. During the 2024 LWVUS Convention, delegates voted to conduct a one-year study on the Federal Judiciary to arrive at a Position. That effort is ongoing and the process will yield a new position by June 2025. Here’s a brief summary of the process: ------------------------------ ------------------------------ Positions are developed by consensus, not a vote. To accomplish this, all Leagues across the U.S. are invited to participate in Consensus Meetings to be conducted between Feb 8 and Apr 14. The results of those meetings will be fed into the LWVUS process to arrive at a Position, if consensus is achieved. Consensus Meetings in West Virginia Local Leagues in West Virginia -- Jefferson County, Morgantown-Monongalia County, and the Huntington Area -- are planning their consensus meetings now. Local League consensus meetings will be held in-person. LWVWV will hold a separate consensus meeting on March 15. Recognizing the travel involved and wanting LWVWV Members-at-Large to have the opportunity to participate, the LWVWV consensus meeting will be held virtually, on Zoom. However, Members-at-Large have 2 options to participate in a consensus meeting: 1. Attend the LWVWV consensus meeting on Zoom on March 15. 2. Attend any of the 3 in-person local league consensus meetings for West Virginia’s local Leagues. - Dates/times/locations will be provided later, but these meetings will be scheduled during the Feb 8 - Apr 14 period. - Morgantown-Monongalia County’s consensus meeting is scheduled for March 29. Other details TBA. Preparation for Consensus: The LWVUS Federal Judiciary Study is working to produce information for state/local Leagues. We advise you locate these resources, bookmark them, and check back frequently for updates. - Website -- Materials will be updated on an ongoing basis. https://www.lwv.org/league-management/advocacy-litigation/2024-2025-federal… - groups.io -- groups.io is a platform used by LWVUS for information sharing, including questions/answers. Access and bookmark. Subscribe at https://groups.io/g/LWVFederalJudiciarystudy Judy Ball, 2nd VP of the LWVWV and President of the LWV of Morgantown-Monongalia County is a member of the LWVUS Federal Judiciary Study Committee. She can answer questions also. Contact her at lwvmorgantown(a)gmail.com ---------------------------------- Julie Archer President, LWVWV

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New LWV-MM Substack -- Read & Subscribe
by League of Women Voters of West Virginia 29 Dec '24

29 Dec '24

From Sunday's *Dominion Post*: All Federal employees take oath to defend Constitution <https://open.substack.com/pub/lwvmorgantown/p/all-federal-employees-take-oa…> Subscribe to LWV-MM's Substack and receive notifications when something new is published. It's FREE.

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New Substack -- Read & Subscribe
by League of Women Voters of West Virginia 25 Nov '24

25 Nov '24

From Sunday's *Dominion Post.* Lawmakers elected to serve all West Virginians <https://open.substack.com/pub/lwvmorgantown/p/lawmakers-elected-to-serve-al…> Subscribe to LWV-MM's Substack and receive notifications when something new is published. It's FREE.

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Fw: November 2024 Newsletter.pdf
by bmurrell＠frontier.com 21 Nov '24

21 Nov '24

Local League Presidents, State Board, League Friends: Attached is the November newsletter from the Huntington League of Women Voters. Enjoy! Beverly MurrellPatricia Keller

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LWV Federal Judiciary Study Kickoff
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 17 Nov '24

17 Nov '24

League members, It is exciting to share that Judy Ball, President of the League of Women Voters of Morgantown-Monongalia County, is serving on the Federal Judiciary Study Committee! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and contribute to a League study from its earliest stages by joining the Federal Judiciary Study Kickoff! League studies like this are increasingly rare, often replaced by Consensus studies due to the historically lengthy process involved. However, this study is intentionally designed with a shortened time frame, aiming to establish a final position by June 2025. This makes it a unique chance to have your voice heard and to influence League work on this important topic. I encourage all members to participate in the webinar [1] on November 20 at 6 pm ET or register [1] to stay updated on the study materials and timeline. Engaging early ensures you're part of shaping this critical initiative, showcasing the power of the League in addressing pressing issues. Let's support Judy and the entire Committee in this significant effort! Best, Jonathan -------- Original Message -------- Join our webinar on Nov. 20 for an overview of our federal judiciary study ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your web browser [2]. [3] Dear Jonathan, At the 2024 LWVUS Convention, Leagues overwhelmingly agreed to conduct a new national study on the Federal Judiciary. The study will be completed in a shortened time frame -- conducted in just one year, with the final position set to be announced at LWVUS Council in June 2025. I am happy to report that the work on this study has commenced. A Committee has been appointed and will be led by Kimberley Fraser (DC), LWVEF trustee. The Committee also includes Helen Hutchison (CA), Cecile Scoon (FL), Judy Ball (WV), Joan Hunault (MI), Susan Hart (TX), and Nan Shuker (DC). The Committee will provide members with an overview of the study timeline, scope, and materials during a webinar [4] on November 20, 2024, at 6pm ET. Please join us to hear more from the Committee chair and vice-chair and find out how you can be part of this LWVUS study. REGISTER NOW: FEDERAL JUDICIARY STUDY KICKOFF [5] Even if you cannot attend the webinar, registering will ensure you receive any materials shared. We look forward to continuing to work together to successfully execute this study. In League, Dianna Wynn President, League of Women Voters of the US [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS 1233 20th Street NW, Suite 500 Washington, DC, 20036 Links: ------ [1] https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlc-GprjIuG9VfA9p7yWa5OTEr7Oz0Cz… [2] https://default.salsalabs.org/T61d058bf-f05b-4cab-9780-9ec894855f45/cf6ddd4… [3] https://default.salsalabs.org/T06d18689-9503-408a-bcf9-55ca9aec7926/cf6ddd4… [4] https://default.salsalabs.org/T21a4f4bf-9cec-4146-8877-2337ee31646d/cf6ddd4… [5] https://default.salsalabs.org/T82c27c73-330d-4a7d-a577-400460f9c3d5/cf6ddd4… [6] https://default.salsalabs.org/T83cbac91-6f24-4786-9d50-4d5bbfd6c365/cf6ddd4… [7] https://default.salsalabs.org/T0dc60a0d-ff3c-4dac-8c89-14189a12f058/cf6ddd4… [8] https://default.salsalabs.org/T53c88203-f8cf-41e4-9541-3fdc7734c616/cf6ddd4… [9] https://default.salsalabs.org/Tf1694fcc-d961-4dc1-a6c1-461f1b364dee/cf6ddd4… [10] https://default.salsalabs.org/Tc0f830d4-5376-4359-9992-51c5214d9b4f/cf6ddd4…

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LWV of Morgantown-Monongalia County invite
by LWV Morgantown-Monongalia County 28 Oct '24

28 Oct '24

You are invited to subscribe to LWVMM’s new Substack. https://lwvmorgantown.substack.com/?r=4na4m6&utm_campaign=pub-share-checkli…

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VOTE411 Update; Send Us Your GOTV Pics; Huntington Area Newsletter
by League of Women Voters of West Virginia 27 Oct '24

27 Oct '24

*VOTE411 Update: 54 candidates and counting. Help us get more. * LWV of WV is excited to be participating in VOTE411 this year. *VOTE411.org* <http://VOTE411.org> is designed to be a “one-stop shop” for election information, providing voters with simple, accessible tools to help them navigate the voting process. VOTE411 provides personalized candidate information, early voting dates, polling place locations, and other helpful election information for all voters nationwide. Additionally, VOTE411 is designed to help voters understand where candidates stand on the issues they care about most. To make our guides, we asked local, state, and national candidates about issues of importance to our communities. Candidates’ responses are shared word for word. However, despite repeated outreach from the League and VOTE411, some candidates have not yet answered our questions. 2024 will be a pivotal election for our democracy, and voters deserve to hear directly from all candidates running for office in their communities. That’s where you come in. *Have your candidates answered our questions?* Enter your address at *VOTE411.org* <http://VOTE411.org> to find out. If not, click here <https://www.vote411.org/candidate-contact> to help get candidates to respond. Together we can hold candidates accountable for providing West Virginia voters with the information we need. *Informing & Empowering Voters: Send Us Your GOTV Pics * Please send a photo of you voting, registering folks to vote, promoting VOTE411 to lynwidmyer(a)gmail.com We love to see photos of our members doing what we do best: Informing and empowering voters with knowledge. We will do a collage and send it out to you on Election Day. Thanks for all you do! *Huntington Area Newsletter* ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Bevery Murrell To: LWVWV Members State Board, Local League Presidents and League Friends: Attached is the Huntington League of Women Voter's October newsletter. Hope you enjoy! Beverly Murrell Patricia Keller

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Fall VOTER 2024
by teresa.m.koon＠gmail.com 06 Oct '24

06 Oct '24

Hello – Attached is the Fall 2024 Voter. Read up on the latest news from the LWV of West Virginia. Teresa Koon Editor

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Make Some Noise: Tell the Legislature to Support Child Care, not Tax Cuts
by League of Women Voters of West Virginia 30 Sep '24

30 Sep '24

[image: lwv msn logo.png] The Governor has called the WV Legislature into Special Session, beginning today, Sep 30. Among the Governor’s priorities are more tax cuts. https://www.wvlegislature.gov/.../2nd-Extraordinary... <https://www.wvlegislature.gov/legisdocs/2024/proclamations/2nd-Extraordinar…> Tax cuts affect revenue and the budget. Less revenue likely means cuts to vital services. The priority should be addressing child care not more tax cuts. *Contact your legislators now & Make Some Noise!*

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Virtual Exhibit! Our Votes, Our Values
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 27 Sep '24

27 Sep '24

I thought I'd share two engaging virtual exhibits now available from the Art Museum of WVU that may pique your interest: * Our Votes, Our Values [1]: This powerful exhibit explores the history and impact of voting, a topic deeply aligned with the League's mission to empower voters and strengthen democracy. You can explore it online at your convenience. * Afterward, you might enjoy Mapping Climate Change: The Knitting Map and The Tempestry Project [2], which creatively visualizes the pressing global issue of climate change through art and textiles. Best regards, Jonathan Links: ------ [1] https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=BvFGGzqEDM4 [2] https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=aAV4Az1cpYh

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