The League of Women Voters of Florida
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
The League of Women Voters of Florida (LWVFL) is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government, working to increase understanding of major policy issues, and advocating for legislative changes and policies for the public good.
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LWVFL works to advocate for better Florida for all by drafting, supporting and opposing state legislation. Our grassroots membership determines specific legislative goals within various policy issues each year.
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Ending disenfranchisement and discrimination against people with convictions is a priority for the Florida League following the passage of 2018’s Amendment 4.
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Much of LWVFL’s history stems from our work to register, empower and educate voters. We work endlessly to register new voters, host candidate forums and educate the public on various issues.
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The League believes congressional districts and government legislative bodies should be apportioned substantially on population. We promote transparent and accountable redistricting processes to end hyper-partisan practices that don’t benefit constituents. We oppose partisan and racial gerrymandering that strips rights away from voters
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LWV Statement on Supreme Court Stripping Americans of Constitutional Right to Abortion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Decision
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LWV of Florida, New York, U.S. Respond to SCOTUS New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen Ruling
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LWV of Florida Urges State Legislators to Hold Special Session regarding Gun Violence
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LWV of Florida and Other Plaintiffs Issue Statement on Supreme Court Declining to Hear Congressional Map Challenge Prior to 2022 Elections
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Although abortion remains legal in Florida for now, we know the overturning of Roe will have major impacts throughout our nation. 18 other states will see abortion become illegal, if not immediately, soon.
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming have pre-Roe laws restricting abortion that snap back into effect or have “trigger” laws.
We must fight back against these attacks on reproductive freedom. ... See MoreSee Less
Now that Roe is gone, what happens in the states?
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PolitiFact | Where we are with each state and access to abortions after the overturn of Roe v. Wade.Comment on Facebook
Pledging to vote helps your community and it helps protect fair districts and representation in our state. No matter how you vote — during early voting, on Election Day, or by mail — ensure your voice is heard this year.
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By more than a 20-point margin, Americans call it a step backward rather than forward for America. And women, by more than three to one, think the ruling will make women's lives worse rather than better.
Let’s be clear: This decision is devastating, but we remain united in the fight ensure that abortion is accessible and protected. ... See MoreSee Less
CBS News poll: Americans react to overturning of Roe v. Wade — most disapprove, call it step backward - CBS News
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Conservatives say they're hopeful and happy.Comment on Facebook
These numbers are not correct.
This is a shame. God gave women the privilege of giving birth and so many want children and can't for some medical issue. Adoption rules should be rewritten so deserving couples could have the child someone else doesn't want. Murdering that child is a sin in gods eyes and if a baby is not wanted by you your options are 1) don't get pregnant 2) if you do, find an adoption agency or attorney and give that child to a family that is wanting and deserving of them 3) please be responsible and don't take away the opportunity for that child to show the world what God's plan for them is. An unborn baby needs a voice just like the women and man that conceived them. Be that voice and save that sole. Prayers for every women who does not want to be that voice when you , for whatever reason, become the home of that baby for a short time. Baby's are wanted by so many. This organization has lost its real value when they support killing ababy that you didn't want just because it intrupts their life. You are strong enough to carry that child until it is born and then award another family with the privilege of having their dreams come true. Be the brave and loving carrier of such a great task for God's child. God will bless you.
League members marching for the right to chose. We will not stay silent while our rights are taken away.
Together, we will fight for a better future, where all health care, including abortion, is accessible and where EVERYONE is free to exercise their human rights. ... See MoreSee Less
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Women rule the world! They will find out how powerful we are!
What do these protests accomplish: the Court has already decided and there is no appeal. The Justices don't care what we think.
Today’s ruling strips women and those who may become pregnant of their bodily autonomy and will have devastating — and immediate — consequences across the country. While the Court’s opinion was expected, its harm is extreme and real.
➡️ Full League of Women Voters of the US statement: bit.ly/39OliyK ... See MoreSee Less
Supreme Court Strips Americans of Constitutional Right to Abortion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Decision | League of Women Voters
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WASHINGTON — Today the League of Women Voters of the United States President Dr. Deborah Turner and CEO Virginia Kase Solomón issued the following joint statement in response to the 6 – 3 Supreme...Comment on Facebook
Ridiculous.
Today’s radical Supreme Court decision – overturning Roe v. Wade and upending 50 years of precedent – is nothing short of devastating. Although abortion remains legal in Florida for now, we know this decision will needlessly harm the lives of millions for years to come.
We’re mobilizing across the nation TODAY and through the weekend.
➡️ Find a mobilization near you and join us to demand #BansOffOurBodies: ... See MoreSee Less
We Won't Go Back | Events Map
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A friend just told me about y’all & I’m ready to fight back anyway I can. I’m so enraged about this decision.
If it wasn’t for COVID. I would be out there with you! So darn angry right now