KarBeReal

Celebrating Black Women Who Helped Pave the Way for More Black Women in Politics | League of Women Voters Board president, Dr. Deborah Turner reflects on the contributions to voting rights advancement from Black women.

Read about some of the Black women who have paved the way: www.lwv.org/blog/black-w... .

#BlackWomenLead #BlackHistoryMonth #VotingRights #BlackWomen #LWV #LWVCKC

I'm pretty sure the records that implicated Andrew were only released by the Trump administration under court order. What secrets still remain buried?

About — League of Women Voters Chicago Learn more about the Hyde Park-Kenwood Community Conference

On this, the birthday of the League of Women Voters, we share a link to the LWV of Chicago page that talks about the League's early history. The League was born in the City of Chicago on February 14, 1920. www.lwvchicago.org/about.

Patriotic graphic announcing a candidate forum on Feb11, 2026 featuring Republican candidates for Congressional District 11 and IL state senate district 33.

We're pleased to be hosting a forum featuring Republican candidates in contested races for Congressional District 11 and IL State Senate District 33. The public is invited to attend in-person or watch the streamed event on BATV.

#PrimaryElection #CandidateForum
#LWVCKC #VoterService

Image of the MLK monument in Washington DC with the words Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday Jan 19, 2026

Dr. King's optimistic spirit, commitment to non-violence, and vision for a just society serve as a model for citizens worldwide.

#DrMartinLutherKingJr #MLKDay2026

Minneapolis demonstration protesting use of deadly force by ICE agents

The League of Women Voters joins the League of United Latin American Citizens & Common Cause calling on Congress to launch an immediate, independent investigation into multiple use-of-force incidents involving federal immigration officers. Silence is not an option. @lwvus.bsky.social

ERIC is the Election Registration Information Center. ERIC is a nonprofit that works to protect election integrity by helping states keep their voter rolls clean and up-to-date.

#ElectionIntegrity #ElectionRegistrationInformationCenter #ERIC #LWVIL #LWVCKC

5 Major Moments Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy in 2025 | League of Women Voters There are some years we’re certain will go down in the history books — 2025 was one of them. It was a year of challenges to both our democracy and our spirit. It was also a year when everyday voters…

Please read this look-back piece from the LWV-US, with plenty of links if you want to learn more about the significant partnerships, events, and initiatives from 2025 that are now part of our shared LWV history and identity. www.lwv.org/blog/5-major...

#LWV #LWVCKC #UniteAndRise

Graphic that says "DID YOU KNOW? Election fraud is rare."

Dedicated election officials of both major parties work diligently throughout the election season to protect the integrity of our elections, and verified cases of election fraud are extremely rare.

#ElectionIntegrity #LWVIL #LWVCKC #Vote2026

Work for the Texas Observer We’re a nonprofit with a strong public service mission; we seek to expose injustice and to produce the kind of impact journalism that makes a difference.

There's still time: We're taking applications for our 2026 Elections Internship until December 31!

USA TODAY, I hate to break it to you, but this piece is packed with bad information. Most artificial Christmas trash is not recyclable, including fake trees, ornaments, decorations, and wrapping paper. Sources, please.

The Trump Administration Wants To Whitewash History. These Black Historians and Activists are Memorializing the Sins of an Infamous Gynecologist Opinion: The racist legacy of James Marion Sims, who medically experimented on enslaved women, can't be erased if it's welded in metal and inscribed in books.

The Trump administration wants to whitewash history. These Black historians and activists are memorializing the sins of an infamous gynecologist.

Christ on a bike, this is brilliant.
And disgustingly historically accurate. 10/10

‘This year nearly broke me as a scientist’ – US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives US science lost a great deal in 2025, including tens of billions of dollars of federal funding, entire research agencies and programs, and a generation of researchers.

Pediatric brain cancer research: cut.
Faster chemical safety testing: cut.
Training doctors to treat addiction: cut.
Six scientists spoke about the devastating impact of 2025’s federal science funding cuts on their work, on their colleagues and on society. buff.ly/cx6x1Ho

League of Women Voters of Maine Successfully Intervenes in Justice Department Lawsuit in Defense of Voter Privacy The League of Women Voters of Maine, represented by Campaign Legal Center, Brennan Center for Justice, and Johnson & Webbert LLP, continue their work to protect voters' personal data, such as driver’s...

A federal court has allowed the League of Women Voters of Maine to intervene in a DOJ lawsuit seeking access to the state’s full voter file — including sensitive personal data. The Brennan Center is proud to represent LWVME with Campaign Legal Center to defend voters’ privacy.

As Trump Vows to Eliminate Mail-In Voting, Illinois Elections Officials Say Fraud is ‘Extremely Rare’ In Illinois, there are numerous security checks in place to ensure the accuracy and security of mail-in voting, according to Matt Dietrich, a spokesperson for the state’s Board of Elections.

This WTTW story from August includes video comments from Betty Magness, vice president at the League of Women Voters of Chicago.

FACT: Documented cases of voter fraud are extremely rare, and cases of fraud influencing election results are nearly non-existent.

Sign at the Weiners Circle: "F k T mp we can redact too."

Chicago is having none of this administration's BS.

Kane County Voters can request a ballot online for the March 17th General Primary Election by visiting clerk2.kanecountyil.gov/Elections/Pa.... (Ballots will not be sent until February 5th.)

#VoteByMail #IllinoisGeneralPrimaryElection

Image of the Bill of Rights, with the message that Dec 15 is Bill of Rights Day, and that the Bill of Rights is comprised of the first 10 Amendments and guarantees many of our most essential freedoms. These rights apply to Every person.

Text of Amendment 1: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Text of Amendment 4: The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Text of Amendment 6: In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

The Bill of Rights (containing the first ten Constitutional Amendments) was ratified on December 15, 1791. The protections enumerated in the Bill of Rights belong to all of us, regardless of race, creed, or national origin.

Urgent: STOP SB 293 🚨Urgent: Tell Governor DeWine to veto SB 293🚨

SB 293 would mean thousands of valid absentee ballots mailed on time from eligible Ohio voters could just be thrown away because of delays outside of voters' control
Urge Gov DeWine to veto this bill that hurts voters & does nothing to make elections more secure
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/vetosb293/in...

Protester holding a sign that says #FAIRMAPS

Gerrymandering has an ugly history of excluding and silencing minority voices. The 2026 Redistricting Amendment will bring fair maps to the Illinois General Assembly. It is unrelated to the ongoing U.S. Congressional redistricting battles.

fairmapsillinois.org/the-solution

A pardon will be forthcoming.

The Sisters Who Inspired International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women | League of Women Voters On this International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women, we invite you to learn about why the United Nations created this day and to put that knowledge to use. We invite you and your…

Read about the courageous women who inspired the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

Trigger warning: this blog contains mentions of violence against women, sexual assault, and femicide.

Being nonpartisan does not mean being neutral on issues. The League of Women Voters adopts well-researched and principled positions on a range of issues. Once adopted, League positions serve as the inspiration for our ongoing advocacy work.

lwvckcil.com/advocacy

In preparation for the upcoming holiday season we’ve decorated a Christmas tree on the Batavia Christmas Tree walk. Thanks to our dedicated members! Be sure you stop by.

There are many different ways to get involved with the League of Women Voters and make a positive difference in the community. We're heading into another election season, and it's all hands on deck. We're nonpartisan and welcoming. What are you waiting for?

lwvckcil.com/get-involved

Contact Your Lawmakers — League of Women Voters of Illinois Every Friday, take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

Join us today and every Friday until Congress listens! Take a minute to call your elected officials and make your voice heard. Together, we'll make sure their phones are ringing all day!

Follow the link to get started ➡️ lwvil.org/phone-call-fridays #PhoneCallFriday

The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County is proud to be an Election Hero Day partner. Election Hero Day celebrates the poll workers and election administrators who work to keep our elections fair and safe - right here in Kane County and across the country!
#ThankYouElectionHeroes #LWVCKCIL

Members of the LWV of Central Kane County enjoyed beautiful weather during Trunk or Treat at Batavia Apartments. Awesome costumes, Kids! (Parents too!)

Thanks to the LWVCKC STEP Committee for organizing.

#LWV #LWVCKC #HappyHalloween #TrunkorTreat