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Public Statement

Judge Orders Restoration of Voting Rights for Tens of Thousands of Californians

Judge Orders Restoration of Voting Rights for Tens of Thousands of Californians –Lawsuit Filed by ACLU, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Charged Secretary of State Debra Bowen with Illegal Voter Disenfranchisement OAKLAND, Calif. – An Alameda County Superior Court Judge…

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April 2, 2014

Vote

Why it Matters Voting impacts every area of our lives, from health care to jobs to racial justice. When we vote, we’re choosing the people and the laws that shape the direction of our communities. Using our power and voting…

LWVC Staff
April 1, 2016

Action Alert

Support SB 1105 to Ensure Law Enforcement is Working for Californians

SB 1105, The Protect California Rights Act, responds to harms being perpetrated by the Trump Administration and DHS agents, and protects Californians. Take action now!

alebron
May 22, 2026

United States of America v. Weber

When the US sued California for unredacted voter data, LWVC promptly intervened to protect voter privacy and defend democracy.

LWVC Staff
May 20, 2026

Action Alert

Urge Governor Newsom to Grant Clemency for All Death Sentences

Governor Newsom: Commute All Death Sentences Choose Mercy

We are urging Governor Newsom to use his executive authority now to grant universal clemency for all death sentences.

LWVC Staff
December 3, 2025

Action Alert

Every Californian Deserves Access to Voting Opportunities

Take Action (hands filling out Voter INFO guide)

Voting is essential to our democracy. Did you know that people in county jails are eligible to vote but are often unable to exercise this fundamental right?

LWVC Staff
September 18, 2024

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Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. Building a More equitable California for all The League of Women Voters of California is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights, build grassroots power in our communities, drive policy change on the biggest challenges facing our state, and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. Learn More

The LWVC is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights, build power in our communities, drive policy change on our state's biggest challenges, and ensure our democracy represents everyone.

cornershop
January 11, 2022

Announcement

Strength through Defiance – My Love Letter to the League

Read our Executive Director, Stephanie Doute's Love Letter to the League in observance of our 103rd anniversary since the founding of the League of Women Voters on February 14, 1920.

alebron
February 14, 2023

Announcement

Ballot Measure Recommendations – November 8, 2016 General Election

Vote with the League! Here is our list of recommendations on the ballot measures for the November 8, 2016 Presidential Election. Share our flyer with your friends and family. VOTE YES on 51 – School Bonds: K-12 and Community College…

alebron
August 8, 2016