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Published On 7/24/2025

We have had reports of scam emails being sent in the name of our president. Please be sure to use internet safety guidelines when interacting online. Read for more tips.

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League of Women Voters Declares United States in a “Constitutional Crisis”

Published On 4/17/2025

The national League of Women Voters has determined that the actions of the new presidential administration have created a constitutional crisis.

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League of Women Voters Responds to President's Executive Order

Published On 3/26/2025

President Donald Trump's has just signed the executive order, "Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections." See how the League of Women Voters responds.

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LWVUS Statement Condemning Weaponization of Government Against Americans

Published On 2/8/2025

Read LWVUS CEO Celina Stewart's statement in response to the administration's actions

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LWVSC statement on Herald layoffs

Published On 6/20/2024

Our League responds to the news this week of layoffs within the Everett Herald. Local journalism is needed for democracy!

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From the Snohomish County Auditor’s Office: Snohomish County Elections Wins Independence Award

Published On 10/2/2025

Way to go, Snohomish County Elections!

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Snohomish County Charter Review Commission – Say What?

Published On 10/2/2025

Do you know what the Snohomish County Charter Commission does? We can help! Join us for a live streamed panel presentation on October 7 and get your questions answered.

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Stripped For Parts Movie Screening

Published On 10/2/2025

Join the event to learn how the motive to make a profit deters efforts to save and rebuild local journalism.

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Have you ever wondered how safe your ballot is?

Published On 10/16/2024

Have you ever wondered how safe your ballot is? Four election officers from local counties describe their procedures.

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LWVSC and Elections Office Partnership Earn Stars and Stripes Award

If you missed our Fire Up kickoff meeting, please read on to learn about our wonderful partnership with the Snohomish County Elections Office and the award we received.

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Eliza and the Environment!

Published On 10/2/2025

Investigative journalism is essential. Eliza Aronson, Everett Herald reporter, joined the Natural Resources Committee for a wide-ranging talk on topics she’s covered and the changes that resulted.

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Oso Memorial Roses

Published On 6/14/2024

League members gathered in front of the new Slide Memorial entry with roses to distribute during our visit to this site ten years after our first tour.

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SEA RISE!!!

Published On 3/2/2024

The Department of Ecology shares a plan to address rising sea levels, including identifying stakeholders and establishing goals and a timetable.

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May 2023 Activities

Published On 7/9/2023

This report highlights the committee meeting in May, 2023 and the information that Linda Neunzig shared about Snohomish County farmers — their challenges and their triumphs.

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Edmonds Climate Advisory Committee Update Aug 2023

Published On 9/8/2023

Let's keep following this! See details of the Edmonds Climate Advisory Committee – w/ Mayor
Mike Nelson & Susan McLaughlin, Development Services Director from August 22, 2023

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President's Pen - October 2025

Published On 10/2/2025

See our president's thoughts as we launch the new year of League action.

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Resisting Threats to Democracy

Published On 10/2/2025

So much is happening! So many chances to get involved and make your voice heard.

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May Committee Report

Published On 7/14/2023

Committee members attend public meetings of a variety of agencies that manage the transportation systems that all county residents use. This report covers several agency meetings.

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Reasonable Forest Management - DNR Is Asking for Good Ideas. We Have One.

Published On 10/2/2025

Working to save biodiverse forests, the Reasonable Forest Management committee looks for permanent protection for our irreplaceable mature forests. They are working on a strategy to preserve our legacy forests. Also, use the map to locate our most ecologically valuable forests.

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Urban Tree Canopy – Will the Public Accept Stewardship of Trees?

Published On 10/2/2025

Questions remain on how we will protect our existing urban tree canopy.

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Mature Forest Protection in Snohomish County Update

Published On 1/27/2024

LWVSC continues its efforts to protect mature forests. See excerpts from Snohomish County Council Member Megan Dunn’s newsletter on the importance of protecting mature forests.

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Work With Us to Reduce Loss of Mature Forests

Published On 6/14/2023

The Center for Responsible Forestry estimates there are about 27,000 acres of mature or legacy forests on public lands in Snohomish County that are subject to logging in the near future by the Washington Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR). Our League has set an immediate objective is to support our county in protecting these forests.

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How does the Electoral College Affect the Outcome of Our Presidential Elections?

Published On 11/1/2024

When you go to the polls to vote for a president every four years, it’s the one office that actually is determined by indirect vote. That’s because of the electoral college.

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What information about a candidate can I believe?

Published On 9/2/2024

How can you get the most realistic picture of what the candidates really have done and plan to do?

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How Can I Choose the Candidates Who Will Represent Me Best?

Published On 9/1/2024

What are the best ways to select the candidates you want to vote for? Here are some ideas.

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Why are my candidate choices limited when I vote? It’s because of the district you live in.

Published On 4/2/2024

Your candidates choices are defined by where you live and the district boundaries for the electoral position you are considering.

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Why Should I Bother to Vote?

Published On 2/14/2024

Your Vote Matters!

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League Members Supported Community Constitution Readings

Published On 10/2/2025

Constitution Day Was a Big Success! With events across the county and participants young and old, once again we showed that We the People are strong when we come together.

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Storage Unit Manager Help Wanted!

Published On 3/2/2025

Looking for someone who likes to keep track of stuff!

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Ballot Processing Center Video

Published On 10/4/2024

You may recognize some League members in the new Elections Department video!

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