League Women Voters of the Mid-Hudson Region
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Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. Serving the people of Dutchess and Ulster counties in the Mid-Hudson Region of NY. https://lwvmidhudson.org
Help America vote! Today is National Poll Worker Recruitment Day! Poll workers play an essential role to insure our elections run smoothly. Step up. Serve your community. Strengthen our democracy. Contact your local Board of Elections to sign up! See comments for information.
You can apply now for a mailed ballot for the November 3 General Election via the New York State portal! Visit elections.ny.gov/request-ballot Ballots will be mailed as early as September 21!
“There’s a lot of things going on with the courts. There’s a lot of things that the administration is saying that can cause confusion for people [voters].” - CEO Celina in recent Blavity article. blavity.com/how-voting-r...
As Voter Confusion Persists, Here’s How Voting Rights Groups Are Changing Their Playbook - Blavity
As election laws evolve and misinformation continues to cloud the political landscape, voting rights organizations are rethinking how they engage voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Today, we’re taking action for voting rights. No matter where you are, you can make a difference! 1) Check your voter registration on VOTE411.org 2) Take action to protect voting rights at lwv.org/take-action 3) Share this post to help grow the movement. Every action matters.
𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧?
‼️ACTION ALERT‼️ Use these League resources to connect with your Senators until they return to Washington, DC, in September > www.lwv.org/league-manag...
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering an emergency request involving a federal executive order on mail voting. League of Women Voters of the US supports secure, accessible vote-by-mail options for eligible voters. Read more here > www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...
Join us using the link in the comments.
Join us and the Poughkeepsie Public Library District ( PPLD ) for an engaging discussion with author Lindsay Cormack on "How to Raise a Citizen". Wednesday, September 30 at 6:30 PM at the Boardman Road Library. Registration opens August 24, and books will be available for purchase.
Did you know? Federal law strictly prohibits military troops and “armed men” from being present at polling places. This law is meant to ensure a fair, safe, and intimidation-free voting environment for everyone. Knowledge is power! Source: 18 U.S. Code § 592
They tried to silence John Lewis with clubs. Instead, he changed America. He taught us that democracy requires "good trouble." This weekend, find “good trouble” in your area and raise your voice. Defending the freedom to vote never ends. bit.ly/4f14CTm
Every generation has a choice. Sit on the sidelines? Or carry the torch forward? John Lewis chose the fight. Our ancestors chose the fight. Now it's our turn. #GoodTrouble Weekend of Action. Will you stand with us?
We'll be there—will you? The League of Women Voters of the Mid-Hudson Region is proud to be part of the Good Trouble Lives On event in Kingston on Saturday, July 18!
Today is Primary Election Day Polls are open 6 AM to 9 PM Last day to submit mail ballots in person
It was a beautiful Saturday for Poughkeepsie’s Juneteenth Celebration!
Today is Juneteenth National Independence Day! On this day in 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, TX, to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing the last enslaved people in the country—more than two years after the Proclamation was officially issued.
Join us on Saturday, June 20 from 1 to 5 PM at Waryas Park for Poughkeepsie’s Juneteenth celebration.
Only 4 Days Left to Vote Early! There are just four days remaining to vote early in the June 23 Primary Election. Avoid Election Day lines and make your voice heard now. Every election matters. Every vote counts. #VoteEarly #PrimaryElection #June23Primary #YourVoteMatters
📬 CRITICAL MAIL BALLOT UPDATE FOR THE JUNE PRIMARY If you're returning your primary ballot by mail, your ballot envelope must be postmarked no later than June 23. #VoteReady #NYPrimary #Election2026 #EveryVoteCounts
