THE VOTER
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF THE MIDLAND AREA
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Empowering Voters, Defending Democracy |
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The League of Women Voters is a national, political organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in their government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League is non-partisan and as an organization does not endorse or oppose candidates or political parties. |
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Save the Date: Holiday Luncheon, Dec 1, 11:30-12:30. Shier's Deli will be providing Lunch. Details will be coming soon.
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Senior Day at the Mall
Voter Guides, Voting Rights, and questions about voting were the day's topics. And Candy.
Register and Vote November 8
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Voters Guides
The print Voters Guide was distributed with the Midland Daily News Oct 8-10 issue. Copies have been distributed throughout the community to sites such as senior centers, schools, Grace A Dow Library, Midland County Clerk, Creative 360 and others.
Vote411.org also has information on all races. Input your address to be directed to races for your jurisdiction. There is also information about getting registered, absentee voting, additional questions & answers from candidates, your voting location, etc. There are candidates, especially for more local races, that have not entered their information into the vote411 system.
SPECIAL NOTE:
As you know, funding to cover the cost of layout, printing and distribution of the VOTERS GUIDE by Midland Daily News primarily comes from generous donors in the community. The total in donations typically does not cover the entire cost, and we're so fortunate to have contributions from you, our members, that make up the difference.
If you would like to contribute, you can make out a check to LWV of the Midland Area and mail it to:
LWV of the Midland Area
PO Box 1203
Midland MI 48640-1203
Please put "Voter's Guide" in the memo field.
For a tax-deductible contribution, make the check payable to LWVEF, the League's Education Fund.
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LWV Candidate Forums were held Sept 29 - October 5. They are available online through MCTV and YouTube. Podcasts are available through your favorite podcast platform: search MCTV Network Community Voices
Links to recordings:
AAUW & LWV Midland Public School Board Forum
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Great Lakes Bay Region Candidate Forums.
These forums were sponsored by SVSU and other area organizations.
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Election Certification Process
Expert panelists share what to expect during election certification this year
League of Women Voters of Michigan hosted a panel on the election certification process. The recording of the event is available at https://bit.ly/3MitXIp. This is a recording of a zoom meeting. |
Board of Canvassers Observation Engages Over 140 League Members
Over 140 League members joined the team that observed 36 county Board of Canvassers (BOC) do their work after Michigan’s primary election. We are grateful to all of our volunteers, including the 23 regional leaders who did recruiting and schedule planning, for giving up parts of their summer days to be the eyes and ears of the League as we worked to monitor this piece of the election process that so few people are aware of.
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As President of the League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region, I invite you to attend our 2022 Annual Meeting and Conference, taking place October 21-22, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan at the beautiful Blue Harbor Resort. The conference and annual meeting will be offered in a hybrid format. Please share this message with your membership, especially those with an interest in environmental policies impacting the Great Lakes Region. All members and friends are invited to attend the Conference.
League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region
2022 Annual Meeting and Conference
Restoring Lake Michigan: Her Past, Present & Future
Friday and Saturday, October 21-22, 2022
Blue Harbor Resort
725 Blue Harbor Drive, Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
Attend in-person or via Zoom*
If you are interested in attending please contact Kim Steinke, kimsteinke@mac.com
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Upcoming Events
Nov 8, 2022 - General Election
Dec. 1, 11:30. Creative 360. Holiday Luncheon.
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OUR SPONSORS
When you visit our sponsors, please identify yourself as a LWV Member.
Shop Local
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How do I find out?
Elections:
Candidates:
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The board meets the First Thursday at Creative 360, 9:30am. Meetings may be held via ZOOM. Please email Kim Steinke or Katherine Redwine to inquire. All members are welcome.
1st VP Membership - Carol McPherson
2nd VP Program - Judy Donahue
Treasurer - Sherri Angelotti
Director, Advocacy - Sandy Haughton
Director, Advocacy - Iris Haynes
Director, Voter Service - Sue McCollister
Director, Voter Service - Sharron Such
Director, Education - Judy Frock
Director, Natural Resources - Carole Swinehart
Director, Cathy Anders
Director, Ellen Wehrman
Director, Tracy Brown
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P.O. Box 1203
Midland, MI 48641-1203
(989) 859-5597
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