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🗳️💪🏼We don't tell you who to vote for, we help you unleash your power. We are non-partisan and pro-people advocating for policies that matter. Always have, always will.
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Indiana’s 2026 session may bring major shifts to public schools. Watch for school code changes, IPS governance proposals, early childhood policy, and curriculum updates. Stay informed and engaged.
Read more: chalkbeat.org/indiana/2025/11/18/education-issues-in-2026-legislative-session
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November 30, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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As Indiana’s legislative interim reports roll in, it’s more important than ever for Hoosiers to stay informed and get involved.
The League encourages everyone to review interim findings, ask tough questions, and hold elected officials accountable.
Read: www.indybar.org?pg=BillWatch
November 29, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving from LWVIN! We’re grateful for engaged Hoosiers, empowered voters, and every person helping build a stronger, more inclusive democracy. #LWVIN #Democracylivesinthelight
November 27, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Violence against women is a human rights crisis. LWVIN remains committed to uplifting survivors, advancing protections, and supporting policies that ensure safety and justice for all.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #LWVIN
November 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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This month we would like to spotlight the Hoosier Environmental Council one of Indiana’s leading voices for clean water, climate action, and environmental justice. HEC partners with the League of Women Voters of Indiana to strengthen advocacy across the state.
Visit: www.lwvin.org/content.aspx...
November 23, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Brooke Rollins says 42M SNAP recipients may be asked to reapply as part of a program overhaul. LWVIN urges Hoosiers to stay informed as updates develop.
Read more: indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/11/21/r...
Visit: www.lwvin.org
November 22, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Stay on top of registration dates, absentee ballot cutoffs, early voting windows, and Election Day reminders. Your voice matters, and your vote is your power. Make a plan now so you’re ready when it’s time to show up.

Get informed & stay ready:
www.vote411.org
www.lwvin.org
#LWVIN
November 20, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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November 20, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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About 3,000 Indiana third-graders are being held back under a new law that links promotion to IREAD reading test results (3.6% failed w/o exemption). Teachers will use science-of-reading strategies, and students get 2 summer retest chances. Read more: www.wfyi.org/news/article...?
November 16, 2025 at 2:57 AM
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The USDA has confirmed that SNAP is fully funded for November 2025, and Indiana residents will receive their full benefits this month. For Indiana, this means no reductions in November SNAP benefits.
Read more: www.fns.usda.gov/snap/benefit...
#LWVIN #Indiana #snap
November 13, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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The U.S. Dept. of Education’s layoffs may slow grant processing and reduce program support nationwide. Indiana could see delays in aid for low-income schools, special ed, and college access. LWVIN is monitoring impacts.
edweek.org | lwvin.org
#LWVIN #PublicPolicy
November 12, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Today, the League of Women Voters of Indiana honors the brave individuals who have served our nation in uniform. Their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms remind us of the importance of civic engagement and public service.
#VeteransDay #LWVIN #ThankYouVeterans
November 11, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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The Supreme Court paused an order requiring full SNAP benefits for 42M Americans. The move may delay or reduce aid for Hoosiers relying on food assistance this month as the case continues.
More: www.cnbc.com/2025/11/07/s...
#SNAP #Indiana #CivicUpdate
November 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Deliberation is democracy in action, citizens listening, learning, and shaping community decisions. In Bloomington, residents met with city leaders to discuss housing affordability, showing how local voices drive real change.

Learn more & get involved: www.idsnews.com/article/2025... | lwvin.org
November 6, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Indiana lawmakers will meet in December to address mid-cycle redistricting and tax code changes. LWVIN urges transparency and fairness in the process. Hoosiers deserve fair maps that serve voters, not politics. Read more: indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/11/03/i...
November 4, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Daylight Saving Time is today! Set your clocks back one hour and take care as your routine adjusts. Go to bed earlier, get morning sunlight, stay hydrated, and stay informed. A well-rested, engaged community strengthens democracy. Learn more: lwvin.org
#LWVIN #DemocracyLivesInTheLight
November 2, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Over 2,700 “No Kings” events drew millions nationwide, including thousands across Indiana. From Indy to Fort Wayne, Hoosiers gathered to engage in democracy and dialogue reflecting the power of civic participation and transparency.
Read more: indianacapitalchronicle.com/2025/10/18/n...
October 31, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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The League of Women Voters has released an official press statement regarding the recent developments in mid-cycle redistricting.

We stand with Hoosiers, for fairness, transparency, and democracy!
Read more at: www.lwvin.org
#LWVIN #democracylivesinthelight #FairMaps
October 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Governor Braun has called a special session for November 3 to discuss mid-cycle redistricting. Many citizens are concerned that this process prioritizes political power over fair representation.

Governor Mike Braun
317-232-4567
Share your opinion: www.in.gov/gov/cibtact-...
October 27, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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LWVIN is proud to spotlight our partnership with the Indiana Debate Commission, a nonpartisan statewide group promoting open, fair, and transparent debates for Hoosier voters.
Learn more: indianadebatecommission.com | Lwvin.org
#LWVIN #DemocracyInAction #IndianaDebateCommission
October 26, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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LWVIN thanks Sen. President Pro Tem Rod Bray for standing with Hoosiers and opposing mid-cycle redistricting in NW Indiana and Indianapolis. His support for fair representation strengthens trust in our democracy.

Show your thanks:
s37@iga.in.gov
800-382-9467
#LWVIN #FairMaps
October 25, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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This week in our Balance of Power series, we explore the Judicial Branch: how courts interpret laws and uphold the Constitution. Learn how Marbury v. Madison (1803) established judicial review and protects our democracy.
Learn more: lwvin.org
#LWVIN #CivicEngagement #StayInformed
October 21, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Eugenie Kountze Nicholson was a leading Indiana suffragist who declared, “A woman is as much a citizen as a man.”

Read more: indianasuffrage100.org/blog-post/a-woman-is-as-much-a-citizen-as-a-man-eugene-kountze-nicholson-a-hoosier-suffragist
Learn more about the Forgotten Foremothers: Lwvin.org
October 19, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Indiana’s Miami Correctional Facility has begun housing ICE detainees under and the site could hold 1,000 detainees and generate $200M in two years.
Read more: indianacitizen.org/wfyi-story-as-ice-detainees-arrive-at-miami-correctional-facility-faith-leaders-continue-their-opposition
October 19, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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Congress remains at an impasse as the government shutdown continues. The Senate has not reached agreement on key funding, including the defense bill, and the House is out of session.
Stay informed and engaged: lwvin.org
Read more: www.cnn.com/politics/liv...
#LWVIN #CivicEngagement#DemocracyInAction
October 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM