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Monthly Highlights for June 2025
This month, we were busy working to protect voting rights, fight for fair representation, and keep democracy strong across the state. From defending vote-by-mail and pushing for fair redistricting to celebrating our 70th state convention and recognizing outstanding Leagues, the LWVC is staying active and ready to face whatever challenges come next.
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Unnecessary and Disastrous: LWV Responds to Signing of Budget Reconciliation Package
President Trump signed into law a budget reconciliation package, officially titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” that will drastically cut health care for millions of Americans.
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LWV Condemns the Violent Removal of Senator Alex Padilla from a DHS Press Conference
Following the violent removal of US Senator Alex Padilla at a press conference held by the Department of Homeland Security in Los Angeles, California, the League of Women Voters of the United States and League of Women Voters of California issued this statement.
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ICE Activity Escalating – Resources to Protect Our Communities
ICE's operations in Los Angeles and around California mark a troubling escalation - workplace raids coupled with the arrest of community members exercising their First Amendment rights to observe and protest.
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Press Release: LWV Condemns Use of Federal Force on Peaceful Protestors
LWVC President Chris Carson and LWV of the US CEO Celina Stewart issued the following joint statement in response to the deploying of National Guard troops against largely peaceful protestors in LA County.
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We’ve made a big leap forward in our ongoing fight to build a fairer, more transparent California—thanks to the dedication of our team and supporters. Through our Spring Advocacy Webinar Series, we’ve engaged communities on critical issues shaping our state. And with our virtual convention coming up soon, there’s much more to come. Read on for more details!
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Biennial Report
Two years ago, the LWVC last met in San Francisco. To increase accessibility, we decided to alternate between in-person and virtual conventions. Despite a major national election, the LWV California achieved several key milestones during this time.
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