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by admin on September 3, 2010

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Celebrating 90 Years of a Stronger Democracy

by admin on August 23, 2010

Celebrating 90 Years of a Stronger Democracy

This August 26 marks the 90th anniversary of the constitutional amendment that granted women the right to vote.  The League of Women Voters of Delaware County invites the community to join in the celebration of Women’s Equality Day with a viewing of the PBS video One Woman, One Vote, at the Delaware County District Library on Thursday, August 26, from 7:00-9:00 PM.  The library is located at 84 E. Winter Street in Delaware.

One Woman, One Vote documents the 70-year battle for women’s suffrage, which was finally achieved with the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution in August, 1920.  The video portrays the factions involved and the differences in tactics used in the struggle—from the more conventional strategies of education and lobbying to the civil disobedience that landed suffragettes in prison.  The video is narrated by Susan Sarandon.

The League of Women Voters was founded in 1920 to prepare women—and men—to take part in the democratic process and its opportunities for positive impact on communities.  LWV Delaware County has been an integral part of the Delaware community since 1948, providing citizen education and voter information as well as lobbying for programs such as recycling over the years.

The League celebrates not only the right to vote, but also the progress made in expanding and protecting voting rights in the past 90 years.  The League continues to work to safeguard democracy through expanded civic participation and healthy debate on the issues that matter most to our communities.

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Sunshine or Secrecy Forum Sparks Lively Discussion

April 10, 2010

Sunshine or Secrecy Forum Sparks Lively Discussion League’s annual community forum, held March 15, led to enlightening panel presentations and lively table discussions. The discussions reinforced the citizens’ right to know and the need for transparency in government. As one public official attending noted, “We should have more meetings like this.” We agree! A special [...]

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LOCAL PROGRAM POSITIONS for Readoption

April 10, 2010

Submitted by Marianne Gabel, Chair, Nancy Snook and Ashley Doctor, members of the Nominating Committee. LOCAL PROGRAM POSITIONS for Readoption Developing Beneficial Social Programs for Delaware County The League of Women Voters of Delaware County believes that provision of human services is imperative to maintaining the health and well-being of our community. To this end [...]

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Picnic in the Park : Annual Meeting May 12

April 10, 2010

Picnic in the Park : Annual Meeting May 12 Plans for LWV Delaware County’s annual meeting on Wednesday, May 12, are shaping up. We will gather at 6:00 to socialize, with a catered picnic supper at 6:30. The place is Preservation Parks’ newest lodge, at Deer Haven Preserve, 4183 Liberty Road in Delaware Township. (For [...]

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The Presidents’ Post: Check us out at the Library

April 10, 2010

The Presidents’ Post: Check us out at the Library We’re combining our sponsorship of Earth Day Delaware with League’s historic emphasis on the environment in a display at the Delaware District Library for three weeks this month. Please stop by, take a look, and add to your appreciation of our past. As we explore League [...]

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Report of the Nominating Committee

April 10, 2010

Report of the Nominating Committee The following persons have been nominated for board positions: First Vice President: Phyllis Bahrick Treasurer: Andrea Smith Director: Karen Chapman, Larry Cline, Hallie Serazin (two-year terms) Ashley Doctor (one-year term) Submitted by Marianne Gabel, Chair, Nancy Snook and Ashley Doctor, members of the Nominating Committee.

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Candidates for Office – Delaware County – May 2010

April 10, 2010

Voter Guides: The candidates to represent Delaware County in Congress and the Ohio General Assembly have been asked to respond to League questions; their replies can be found Here. You can find the LWV Ohio’s positions on the state ballot issues at www.lwvohio.org, as well as the pros and cons on the issues. League supports [...]

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Financial Report and Budget

April 10, 2010

Click here to view the LWV of Delaware County OH financial reports and budget.

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The Voter: Your LWV Newsletter for Feb. 2010

February 22, 2010

The Voter: Your LWV Newsletter for Feb. 2010 The Voter Feb. 2010 LWV Newsletter In This Issue: -Report to the Community – Homelessness -90th Anniversay Luncheon -In memory of Shirley Parker -Recap- National and Local Planning -March 15 Community Forum – Sunshine or Secrecy -Presidents Post-Happy Birthday to US! -Earth Day Delaware -Redistricting Forum -Public [...]

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