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League of Women Voters: We're in a constitutional crisis. Will you take action? | Opinion

Published On 5/11/2025

Austin American-Statesman Op-Ed calling attention to the escalating threats to democracy and voting rights. In our op-ed, we outline why the League has declared that we are in a constitutional crisis -- and why we must act now to protect voting access and democratic norms.

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LWVTX Capitol Action Report - 89th Session, Issue 12

Published On 5/27/2025

LWVTX Capitol Action Report - 89th Session, Issue 12

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LWVTX Capitol Action Report - 89th Session, Issue 11

Published On 5/22/2025

We are in the last two weeks and a few days of the 89th Legislative session. Deadlines for bills to cross over from one house to the other have passed or are rapidly approaching, and the maneuvering is beginning.

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LWVTX Capitol Action Report - 89th Session

Published On 5/3/2025

I encourage you to stay vigilant and involved. We are continuing to post Action Alerts so you can easily contact your legislators about important legislation that is still being considered.

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League of Women Voters Launches ‘Unite and Rise 8.5’ Initiative

Published On 5/1/2025

LWV Launches New Initiative to Mobilize 8.5 Million Voters Through Advocacy, Civic Education, and Engagement

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LWV Declares United States in a “Constitutional Crisis,” Announces New Initiative to Mobilize Voters

Published On 4/17/2025

Washington, DC — Today, Celina Stewart, CEO of the League of Women Voters, and Dianna Wynn, president of the League of Women Voters, released the following statement:

“It has now been 87 days since the start of the Trump administration. From the flagrant disregard for congressional authority and governmental checks and balances to defying Supreme Court orders to bring Kilmar Abrego Garcia back home, one thing is abundantly clear: our country is in a constitutional crisis.

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