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Illinois Families for Public Schools @ilfps.bsky.social · 16h

NEW: More than three dozen state & local organizations in IL issued a joint statement, urging Gov. Pritzker to keep IL out of the federal voucher program, in response to the US Dept. of Treasury’s Oct. 1 release of temp. & proposed regulations to implement the program. www.ilfps.org/statement_on...

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Joint statement on release of regulations on federal voucher program: Governor Pritzker should opt out

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 9h

Do your friends and family have a plan to vote in the November 3 election? Talk to them—people are more likely to vote when encouraged by someone they know and trust! 🤝 VOTE411.org #NationalVoterEducationWeek #Election2026

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🚨🚨🚨Election season is here! Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Get the info you need to vote at VOTE411.org. #Election2026

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 01/09/2026

In spite of everything designed to make us feel powerless, we refuse to give up on a future that works for all of us. We are America. And we vote. #WeAreAmericaAndWeVote

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

What can we do about the housing shortage in Illinois? Housing expert Lore Baker joined us to discuss housing costs, zoning policies, and efforts to make a greater variety of housing available to more people. Watch now > youtu.be/Xjywz7Hv9Zw

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The Housing Shortage: How We Got Here and What To Do About It

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Join us to talk about why Illinois should NOT opt in to the federal school voucher program! bit.ly/fedvoucherforum

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

How can we ensure housing for all in our state? Join us next week to talk about it! ⬇️

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Elections across the country rely on people just like YOU stepping up to work the polls in their communities. Do you want to do your part to help your friends and neighbors vote? Visit powerthepolls.org/lwv to sign up this #PollWorkerRecruitmentDay!

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

What can we do about the housing shortage in Illinois? Housing expert Lore Baker will join us on August 25 to discuss housing costs, zoning policies, and efforts to make a greater variety of housing available to more people. Register to attend ➡️ zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 28/07/2026

Did you know? VOTE411 can tell you what’s on your ballot, help you check your voter registration, tell you where your nearest polling place is, and more! Check out VOTE411.org and get all the election information you need to make your voice heard this election season!

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

How will the federal cuts to SNAP and other programs impact Illinoisans? How can state policymakers keep Illinois a great place to live and raise a family? Hear from the experts. youtu.be/qCzJ9yshvx0?...

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State Revenue and Progressive Tax | Issues Briefing 2026

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Illinois' immigrant communities are at risk. Let's talk about what immigration organizations have been seeing on the ground, what's happening in Springfield, and what action we can take. youtu.be/RJ3nNwC-NYU?...

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Immigration Enforcement and Other Threats to Democracy in Illinois | Issues Briefing 2026

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 17/07/2026

The League issued a statement from CEO Celina Stewart following President Donald Trump’s address to the nation Thursday night: www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases…

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Data centers are popping up everywhere—but how do we build them sustainably for communities and the environment? youtu.be/WiNyX9JjZqY?...

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Data Centers | Issues Briefing 2026

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 01/07/2026

In a recent The Hill article, LWV CEO Celina Stewart shared her response to Postmaster General David Steiner's remarks on the refusal to deliver mail ballots in states that refuse to provide sensitive voter data to the federal government: bit.ly/4v8Yk8S

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Postmaster general's remarks on mail ballots stoke fears among voting rights advocates

Postmaster General David Steiner stoked fears among Democrats and voting rights groups this week after confirming the U.S. Postal Service will no longer deliver mail ballots in states that ref...

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 01/07/2026

The League of Women Voters issued an urgent call to action following yesterday’s Supreme Court 6-3 ruling on Trump v. Barbara, upholding birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment. Read more here: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

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League of Women Voters: Birthright Citizenship Ruling Is a Critical Win — And a Warning We Cannot Ignore | League of Women Voters

The League of Women Voters issued an urgent call to action following the Supreme Court 5-4 ruling on Trump v. Barbara.

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 30/06/2026

In a 6-3 ruling, the US Supreme Court issued yet another troubling decision that will open the door to the corrupting influence of more big money in our political system: www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases…

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 30/06/2026

The Fourteenth Amendment is not a suggestion, it is a guarantee, and no president has the power to erase constitutional rights with the stroke of a pen. Swipe through to read our statement on the Supreme Court's decision.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Join the League of Women Voters of Illinois to celebrate our suffragist past! Attend the Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS with 100 fellow League supporters on July 18 🤩 🎟️: lwvil.org/suffs

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

How can we keep Illinois' elections fair and secure? Let's talk about it. Ed Yohnka of ACLU of Illinois will give the keynote address at our annual Issues Briefing on April 11. lwvil.org/issues-briefing-2026

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Data centers are popping up everywhere—but how do we build them sustainably for communities and the environment? Let's talk about it. Join our annual Issues Briefing on April 11 to hear from the experts. lwvil.org/issues-briefing-2026

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

When authoritarian efforts escalate, we must organize to stop them. Nationwide No Kings protests are returning THIS SATURDAY. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to stand up and speak out. Find a rally near you: www.nokings.org#map

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 24/03/2026

They escalate. We organize.💪 They intimidate. We mobilize. 👊 They divide. We show up TOGETHER. 3,000+ events nationwide, March 28 — pick one, bring everyone you know, and let’s make history. #NoKings2026 www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=lwv

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No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

It's #ElectionDay in Illinois! The polls are open—make sure to vote before the day is out. If you're in line by 7 pm, you are entitled to vote. 🗳️Look up your polling place and learn about the candidates on your ballot at VOTE411.org.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Election Day is tomorrow! You can also vote early today. Learn about the candidates and get all the election info you need with VOTE411.org. #Election2026

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Have questions about the voting process? Need to report problems at the polls?📱Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to speak with a trained, nonpartisan legal volunteer! The Election Protection Hotline is also available in Spanish, Arabic, and Asian languages: 866ourvote.org

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Get out and vote early this weekend! Election Day is just a few days away, but you don't need to wait. Beat the crowds and vote whenever is most convenient for you. Find an early voting location and see who's on your ballot at VOTE411.org. #election2026

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 10/03/2026

A complicated legal system, the fraught history of international adoption, and the current Administration’s rhetoric around citizenship and immigration have caused concern for many adoptees. Are they at risk of being deported or losing citizenship?

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How Do Trump’s Immigration and Deportation Laws Affect International Adoptees? | League of Women Voters

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

🚨If you haven't returned your Vote By Mail ballot yet, don’t risk a late postmark! Make sure your vote counts: 💌 Request a manual postmark at the post office 💌 Use a secure drop box 💌 Deliver directly to your election office

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

We're just one week away from the March 17 Primary Election! Get ready to vote with VOTE411.org. ☑️ Learn about the candidates ☑️ Check your voter registration status ☑️ Find your polling place

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Have a record? You have the right to vote in Illinois! You can vote if you are in pre-trial detention or if you have a record. You may not vote if you are currently serving time. Learn more: bit.ly/ILKnowYourRights

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Vote whenever is convenient for YOU! Early voting is open now for the March 17 Primary Election. Find an early voting location at VOTE411.org.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Kick back in your PJs and vote from home! Any Illinois voter is eligible to vote by mail in the March 17 Primary Election, no excuse needed—you can apply at VOTE411.org/illinois#vote-by-mail. (💌 P.S. Return your ballot ASAP to ensure it is postmarked by Election Day.)

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

You can still register to vote in person and vote the same day at your early voting site or Election Day polling place! Online voter registration is closed. In-person registration requires two forms of ID, one with a home address. Find a list of acceptable ID at lwvil.org/voting-basics.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Illinois’ Primary Election Day is March 17. It's time to hear from the candidates on your ballot! Tune in to these forums we presented in partnership with WTVP featuring both Democratic and Republican candidates in the race for Illinois’ seat in the US Senate. video.wtvp.org/show/2026-il...

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2026 Illinois U.S. Senate Primary Forums

The February 2026 candidate forums for Illinois’ open U.S. Senate seat.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

This Sunday, March 1 is the last day to register to vote online—but don’t worry if you miss it! In-person voter registration remains open through Election Day in Illinois at early voting sites and your polling place. vote411.org/lwvil

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwv.org · 24/02/2026

For the last several months, online supporters of the SAVE Act have partnered with President Trump, multiple members of Congress, and even Elon Musk to promote the SAVE America Act and SAVE Act through social media platforms. 🫠 Learn more: www.lwv.org/blog/save-ac...

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The SAVE Act is Headed to the Senate: A Push to Restrict Voting Access | League of Women Voters

Congress is moving the SAVE Act suite of bills, which would disenfranchise millions of eligible Americans from registering to vote. This time, they’ve added provisions that would also make it harder…

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Voting is already open for the March 17 Primary Election in Illinois! Get ready for #election2026 with VOTE411.org: ☑️ Learn about the candidates ☑️ Check your voter registration status ☑️ Find your polling place

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Urge your legislators in the Illinois General Assembly to co-sponsor and vote YES on the POWER Act (SB4016/HB5513) to promote transparency around data centers and their impact on Illinois communities! www.lwvil.org/news/action-...

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Take Action: Protect Illinois from Data Center Harms — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Urge your legislators in the Illinois General Assembly to co-sponsor and vote YES on the POWER Act to promote transparency around data centers and their impact on Illinois communities.

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Let's empower young voters in Illinois! The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law (HB4339/SB1786) would ensure that every Illinois high school offers nonpartisan voter registration to eligible seniors before they graduate. www.lwvil.org/news/action-...

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Take Action: Empower Young Voters in Illinois — League of Women Voters of Illinois

The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law (HB4339/SB1786) would ensure that every Illinois high school offers nonpartisan voter registration to eligible seniors before they gradua...

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

We call on all public school supporters to join our efforts and call Governor Pritzker today to ask him to make a public commitment that Illinois will NOT participate in the federal voucher program because of the grave harm the program would bring to Illinois’ public schools!

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LWV of Illinois @lwvil.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

"We are seeing the public engaged in politics like never before, at least in my lifetime. For better or worse, politics has become our national entertainment." Watch LWVIL President Becky Simon discuss voter turnout with ABC 7 Chicago! abc7chicago.com/post/5-open-...

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5 open congressional seats could help drive higher voter turnout for March primary in Illinois

Five open congressional seats could be a driving force for higher than usual voter turnout for the March primary this year.

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