Book Title - Differ We Must Author: Steve Inskeep New York Times Bestseller Lincoln’s willingness to listen to people with whom he disagreed and whom he disliked testifies to his belief in his country, in all its contradictions and complexities. The key to preserving democracy in a moment of crisis, Inskeep reminds us, is electing a […]

The League of Women Voters of South San Mateo County will be the 13th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration, set to take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Courthouse Square in Redwood City. Our organization is thrilled to host a dedicated table at this lively event. Our primary focus will […]

Black History Month Local Events Saturday, February 24, 2024: Pioneer Park, 1150 W. Foster Road, Santa Maria.  BBQ with all the fixings!  Alternate location if it rains is Santa Maria Joint Union High School Cafeteria, 901 S. Broadway, Santa Maria. Time 11 a.m-5 p.m. RSVP by 2/10/24 to Lawanda Lyons-Pruitt at (805)-448-7869

Session 3: AI and Public Policy Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 7:00-8:00pm (PST) Speakers: Irina Raicu, Markkula Center for Applied Ethics Ann Ravel: Instructor at Berkeley Law School, former Chair of Federal Elections Commission Ann Ravel is a member of LWV-Southwest Santa Clara Valley. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqceCgrjwuG9XX_Fgi-etCdSey0jBjfpVF

Embracing the Political Divide People with opposing political views used to be able to be best friends or close relatives, despite their views. But not anymore…. Are you surrounded only by people who agree with your political views? Then, you live in an echo chamber and you might be contributing to the polarization of America. […]

We're back in person at Aloha Steakhouse in downtown Ventura.  At 5:30 for Happy Hour Let's Get Acquainted! Talk about local issues or just enjoy a relaxing social get-together. Join us for happy hour.  Have a glass of wine.  Bring a friend or two. (RSVP to Matty) (Formerly known as Meet the Members)

Join us as we choose topics for upcomming programs for our local League. Bring your ideas for programs of interest to our community. To RSVP, email Sandy Warren.

Bring news articles or topics to discuss! Join us, don't be shy! Host: Patricia Clip & Come meets monthly, in person, on the first Thursday.  All are welcome to attend.

First proposed in 1923 and passed by Congress in 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment was subsequently ratified by only 35 states at that time, falling short of the 38 ratifications required. Since then, several states have ratified the Amendment and Virginia became the last state necessary to ratify it in 2020.  Where do we stand today? […]