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LWVAA is the Akron, OH chapter of the nation's largest, most respected grassroots citizen's organization, the League of Women Voters.
LWV Akron Area (OH)’s Tweets
Letter to the Editor
"I know firsthand that this law will restrict Ohioans’ freedoms."
beaconjournal.com/story/opinion/
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Thank you to everyone who has been saving your Acme receipts since August so LWVAA can earn community cash back!! Please make sure you send them by January 15 to LWVAA Education Fund, PO Box 46, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222-0046
It will take all of us, working together, to strengthen our democracy. Help us empower voters to make their voices heard. Don’t wait until the end of the year — give now! lwv.org/yearendmatch
We wish you the best of the season!
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Fill the mailboxes of educators and education champions with cards featuring original artwork from Ohio students and messages of appreciation, gratitude and thanks! ❤️
Print, add your own message or just sign and mail.
Find cards and addresses here: honestyforohioeducation.org/gratitude-card
After leaving the Ohio Supreme Court, Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor said she wants to be active in an effort to again amend the Ohio Constitution, this time to take the task of redistricting out of the hands of elected officials entirely.
by Jim Provance
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Happy Hanukkah from your League! 🕎
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From Bayard Rustin LGBTQ+ Resource Center:
Spoken Word Contest in honor of World AIDS Day (Celebrated worldwide on December 1st)
Never been to a spoken word event? Come see what it is all about. Compass Coffeeshop is safe, inclusive space for all ages.
#WorldAIDSDay
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On #GivingTuesday, consider giving to the League of Women Voters of the Akron Area to help us continue to defend democracy through civics education, advocacy, and nonpartisan voter resources. Click to donate: bit.ly/Give2LWVAA
#GivingTuesday2022 Art: Tracie Ching
Our ability to organize and affect change through direct democracy is under attack!
👇🏽 Take Action Now to stop the Legislature's attack on power of the people.
lwvohio.salsalabs.org/stopthreattodi
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Happy American Education Week!
We honor the incredible team of people who work in our public schools, everyone from the bus driver & classroom teacher to the cafeteria worker & administrative staff, + countless others.
Together for Safe, Just & Equitable Schools! #aew2022
Voters, call the Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) with any voting questions or issues. Learn more about language access hotlines in Arabic, Spanish, and Asian languages.
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Our second video is up! We interviewed voters in Washington, DC, and asked about their voting experience. Watch our series here: bit.ly/3G3Bn11
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It’s Election Day, and we hope you’ve decided to make your vote count. Your community needs you. #TogetherPowerVote
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Happy Election Day, Akron! Polls are open from 6:30 am - 7:30 pm today.
Make sure your voice is heard!
You can check your polling place and more voter information by visiting:
boe.ohio.gov/summit/
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It's finally here! It's Election Day!
As you make your way to the polls, make sure you vote up and down your ballot. Every race matters. Every vote counts.
Visit ohiovoterguide.org to learn about the candidates and issues on your ballot so you can be an informed voter!
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Polls are open now to vote today until 7:30PM!!
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Ready to vote November 8th? One place to research your ballot is Vote411.org, the nonpartisan League of Women Voters website. Research candidates, issues and more.
#Vote #election #YourVoteMatters #EveryVoteMatters #Election2022
2/2 SAFE AND SECURE AT THE POLLS: A Precinct Election Official's Perspective
An interview with Jessyca V. Blake, a Summit County Precinct Election Official
- by Mary B. Outley, LWVAA Member and Newsletter Editor
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1/2 SAFE AND SECURE AT THE POLLS: A Precinct Election Official's Perspective
An interview with Jessyca V. Blake, a Summit County Precinct Election Official
- by Mary B. Outley, LWVAA Member and Newsletter Editor
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Women are the most powerful voting bloc in the country. And this November, we’re showing up — with determination and joy — to cast our votes and demand a government that represents us. #WomanAreVoting
Vote411.org
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Early voting tonight until 7PM!! Go to Summit County Board of Elections on Grant Street
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Absentee ballots have to be postmarked on or before Monday, November 7 in order to be counted for the 2022 General Election.
For more information, please visit vote411.org
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Ohio elections are secure! Election officials & poll workers are hard at work before, during, and after every election to power our democracy. Learn more about how our elections work, the security and safeguards that ensure every vote counts. Plan at Vote411.org
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Spooky season is over, but what's spookier than not voting in the midterms?
Women are voting. Sign the pledge today ➡️ bit.ly/3Fwzhql #WomenAreVoting
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✳ Remember that you can VOTE EARLY IN PERSON using the last 4 digits of your social security number! You don't need a physical ID to vote early in person, if you've misplaced or forgot your ID.
Summit County Early In Person Voting Location: 500 Grant St, Akron, OH 44311
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Opinion:
Be a registered voter who shows up. Your community, state and nation will benefit from you taking the time to exercise this precious right.
-Dianne Digianantonio & Amy Shriver Dreussi,
LWV of the Canton Area
#VoteOhio #Election2022
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Letter to the Editor
We are blessed with so many secure voting options that enable us to exercise our sacred franchise. Please vote on Nov. 8 with confidence in this general election. There is so much at stake.
Pat Simons, Hudson
beaconjournal.com/story/opinion/
#VoteOhio #Election2022
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#VoteEarly at the Summit County Early Vote Center, 500 Grant St, Akron, OH 44311
Sat, Oct 29: 8am - 4pm TODAY!!!
Mon - Fri, Oct 31 - Nov 4: 8am - 7pm
Sat, Nov 5: 8am-4pm
Sun, Nov 6: 1-5pm
Mon, Nov 7: 8am-2pm
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It’s Vote Early Day!! #VoteEarly at the Summit County Early Vote Center, 500 Grant St, Akron, OH 44311
Sat, Oct 29: 8am - 4pm
Mon - Fri, Oct 31 - Nov 4: 8am - 7pm
Sat, Nov 5: 8am-4pm
Sun, Nov 6: 1-5pm
Mon, Nov 7: 8am-2pm
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Love the #Cavs? Then that's your ticket to League of Women Voters Night at the Cavs/Knicks game this Sunday 10/30, 6pm. Choose any seats, any price level at this special link: cavaliers.group/LWVGC
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Not sure which candidates you'd like to vote for this election? Need to know more about the issues on your ballot? Check out our new Summit County Voter Guide! It's chock full of unbiased information to help you make your voting choices. #VoteReady #lwvaa VOTE411.org
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"A big thank you to our local election officials, who face tremendous obstacles in their work - from the challenges of running an election during a pandemic to continuously bearing the brunt of false election fraud claims."
~ Cheryl Roller, LWV Columbus
dispatch.com/story/opinion/
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