Resisting Threats to Democracy
Wendy Staley Johnson | Published on 10/1/2026
Constitution Day Community Readings
LWVSC hosted seven community readings of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights the week of September 17th across the county from Everett to Monroe to Marysville and Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, and Lynnwood. Community members read the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights read aloud in celebration of the U.S. Constitution’s anniversary.
Thanks to all who volunteered to help make these events a success!
Brenda Mann Harrison at the podium for a Constitution Day reading in Edmonds.
No Kings "Vote Early" Events Are Oct. 17
The No Kings “Vote Early” events on Oct. 17 are focused on voter education and encouraging folks to vote early and use drop boxes in Washington state. The No Kings “Vote Early” events on Oct. 17 are focused on voter education and encouraging folks to vote early and use drop boxes in Washington state.
Find or host an event in your area! Or join the event at the Snohomish County Campus Plaza.
Join a Redistricting Action Event: Take Back the Maps 2027 — Action Session
Participate in the upcoming virtual event on Oct. 6, 2026. Join the Redistricting Reform Task Force for an action briefing on the new Take Back the Maps bill proposal for 2027. Find out how we can hold the 2031 Washington State Redistricting Commission to greater transparency and greater accountability to the people of Washington state. These changes to the redistricting commission laws in Washington need your support. Register here.
Join Us in Yakima for Walk the Line, Rock the Vote
Join the LWV, APIC, and NAACP of Yakima on Oct. 10 at 9 am for an in-person 2.2 mile walk along the 14th and 15th Legislative district lines in the heart of Yakima. We are raising awareness for the importance of voting and the effect district lines have on our ability to elect candidates of our choice.
Individual/team Registrations
Four Questions: WA Supreme Court Candidate Video Interviews
The final WA state Supreme Court Justice candidate interview was added this week. Share the link to the interviews.
Ballot Dropbox Locations
Find and share Washington dropbox locations with your community!
Learn About League Positions on Key Initiatives on the Ballot
I-645 — the Millionaires Tax
The issue paper and flyer for Initiative 645 are now available. Check the LWVWA calendar for an informational event to be scheduled in October for League members.
I-001 & I-638 — Protect Vulnerable Kids
The issue papers and flyers for Initiatives 001 and 638 are available on our website. Register for an informational session for League members Oct. 3 at 10:30 A.M.
Unite & Rise Power Playbook 6 “Power Rising for the Mid-Terms” October Calendar
Check out the October calendar of suggested activities in the Unite & Rise Power Playbook 6 “Power Rising for the Mid-Terms.” Ideas include hosting voter education events and promoting early voting. We’ll be celebrating Election Hero Day by bringing coffee and pastries to Snohomish County elections workers.