Recently added articles from National Voter:

Empowering the voter.(OUT FRONT)

Jun 01, 2008; Wilson, Mary G. ... As we prepare for the 48th National Convention of the League of Women Voters of the United States, I find myself getting very excited at the thought that we will be meeting just five months before what will be one of the most remarkable presidential elections in our nation's history. It's ...

Greetings from m street!(NEWS FROM M STREET)

Jun 01, 2008; Tatr, Nancy E. ... As we prepare for the 48th National Convention in June, we are also in the midst of numerous 2008 presidential election year activities. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I'll highlight here some of those activities and work that we have completed since my last column. Please ...

Increased Interest in elections = increased interest in the League.(FIELD SUPPORT/MEMBERSHIP)

Jun 01, 2008 ... Historically, during presidential election years, there is a renewed interest in the League--a renewed interest in the valuable community services that we provide. These services that only--We--a trusted, respected nonpartisan organization--provide, include registering voters, answering ...

Communications.(League of Women Voters)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... The Communications Department worked throughout the spring to promote League election projects in the media and the online world, spreading news about the great work of Leagues nationwide. From making sure voters know about VOTE411 .org to leveraging crucial election reforms in ...

Meet the staff.(Eva Starrak)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... We are pleased to introduce and welcome our newest staff member, Eva Starrak, who assumed the position of executive assistant in February. Eva assists LWVUS President Mary Wilson and LWVUS Executive Director Nancy Tate with their daily tasks. She also provides administrative ...

Election day reality: no registration=no vote (in most states).(voter registration)

Jun 01, 2008; Ponomareff, Sbirley Tabata ... Why is registering voters just as important as getting voters to the polls on Election Day? Because on Election Day in the majority of states, "no registration" is equivalent to "no vote." Admittedly, there are seven states (Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, Wisconsin and ...

The league in action: online voter information resources.(League of Women Voters)

Jun 01, 2008; Ceballos, Kelly ... This election is an important one for our country and the League. Each year, millions of voters depend on the League's nonpartisan voter education and information resources, and 2008 is no different. The League's www.VOTE411. orge Web site and Elections 101 area on www.lwv.org include all ...

Unauthorized immigrants: the case for earned legalization.

Jun 01, 2008; Hatch, Patricia ... This essay highlights reasons why creating a pathway to legal status for unauthorized immigrants already in the U.S. would be preferable to mass deportations for both the immigrant families and their U.S. citizen neighbors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] One of the most ...

Voter outreach and education.(EDUCATION FUND)

Jun 01, 2008 ... VOTE411.org is receiving nation-wide media attention for its accurate and useful election information. People can always rely on VOTE411 for current information on voting procedures, voter registration, polling places and other election topics. The League updated the poll locator for the ...

Election reform.(EDUCATION FUND)

Jun 01, 2008 ... The Public Advocacy for Voter Protection Project (PAVP) was created to help bolster the League's capacity for continuing and expanding its critical state-based advocacy to prevent the disenfranchisement of eligible citizens, particularly underserved populations. The project ...

Government transparency and accountability.(EDUCATION FUND)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... As part of Sunshine Week 2008, a national nonpartisan effort to promote transparency and enlighten and empower citizens to take part in their government, the League co-sponsored a successful forum, "Government Secrecy: Censoring Your Right to Know" at the National Press Club in Washington, ...

Fair and independent judiciary.(EDUCATION FUND)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... Projects submitted by 20 local and state Leagues were approved for 2008; this makes a total of 65 League-sponsored public education projects in 33 states that raise awareness about the importance of a fair and independent judiciary. Twenty-one states are holding contested judicial ...

Global democracy.(EDUCATION FUND)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... The League has received renewed funding from the Open World Leadership Center to host Ukrainian visitors in October 2008. Three delegations, each consisting of six Ukrainians, will be hosted by three local Leagues. On the domestic front, under a multiyear League project funded ...

Advocacy.(Mary Wilson)

Jun 01, 2008 ... LWVUS President Mary Wilson, the LWVUS Advocacy staff and the Lobby Corps have been working on the priorities set by the LWVUS Board for 2008. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Concerning campaign finance reform, the League joined with coalition groups urging President Bush to ...

Mary G. Wilson.(NOMINATED OFFICERS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... LWVUS president Biography: LWVUS president, 2006-present, visited Leagues in 15 states, testified before Congress, spoke with over 100 news people, donors and partners; Board member, Advo cacy Committee chair, 2004-06. League member, 24 years; experience in all aspects of League ...

Elisabeth MacNamara.(NOMINATED OFFICERS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... LWVUS 1st vice president Biography: LWVUS/EF Board Member and Trustee, Bylaws Committee chair, 2006-08. LWVGA President, 2001-06; Board, 1999-2006 and 1983-91; Board committee; Courts/Criminal Justice chair, Program vice president, secretary, 1983-91. LWV Dekalb, GA president, ...

Judy Duffy.(NOMINATED OFFICERS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... LWVUS 2nd vice president Biography: LWVUS/EF Board member/trustee, Advocacy Committee chair, 2006-08; LWVUS/EF Budget Committee chair, 2004-06, member, 2002-04. LWVMN/EF president, 1997-2001; lstvice president, 1995-97; member of Steering Committee for Power of 3. a capital ...

Elaine Wiant.(NOMINATED OFFICERS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... LWVUS secretary/treasurer Biography: LWVUS/EF secretary/treasurer, 2006-08; LWVUS/EF Budget Committee, 2004-06. LWVTX Budget Committee, 1994-2006; treasurer, 1997-2003; Board member, 2003-06. LWV Dallas, TX, Budget chair, 2004-06; LWV Irving, TX, treasurer, 1990-2001. Fellow of ...

Judy Davis.(NAMINATED DIRECTORS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... Biography: LWVUS/EF Board member/trustee, 2006-2008. LWVNYS Education Foundation vice president, 2004-2006. LWVCEF Board chair, 2001-03. Board member: LWVCO, 1996-2000; LWV Larimer County, CO, 1995-97; LWV Saratoga, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, CA, 1989-94; LWV Central San Mateo Country, CA, ...

Nancy Eitreim.(NAMINATED DIRECTORS)(Brief article)

Jun 01, 2008 ... Biography: LWVUS committee to edit "In League"; participated in leadership, membership and outreach panels for LWVUS delegates. LWV Seattle, WA, president, 2003-07; Voter Service vice president and director, 1977-79, 1983-85; Social Policy Action director 1995-97; Education Fund president, ...