Happy Thursday! Here's this week's Update for League of Women Voters Milwaukee County (LWVMC) news, information and events. | | Our first Meet and Greet is Today, Thursday, September 21 from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Estabrook Beer Garden (in Estabrook Park, 4600 N. Estabrook Pkwy, Milwaukee).
Weather permitting, we will meet at the tables. No formal program, rather, we will spend our time together catching up on the latest activities, socializing, and welcoming new members. Drinks, hot dogs, bratwurst and giant pretzels available for purchase - credit cards only. Also feel free to bring a snack to share.
The Meet and Greet is sponsored by the Membership Committee, and look for the table decorations.
Rain Date: September 28 | LWVWI Response to WI Legislature’s Redistricting Bill
In response to the redistricting bill introduced by state legislators, the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin (LWVWI) Executive Director Debra Cronmiller issued a statement calling for more staunchly nonpartisan solutions to the state’s gerrymandered maps. “While we are happy to see legislators look into a potential solution for the current partisan map-drawing process, this bill does not meet the needs of Wisconsinites and does not have enough nonpartisan safeguards in place.”
LWVWI advocates for more public input and transparency, and for stronger measures to assure an independent, nonpartisan entity draws the final maps. |  | | Are you interested in meeting with others who have a disability or who care for someone with a disability? Do you have concerns that affect the disabled community such as housing, financial rights and protections, voting rights, protective care, education, health care, and others?
Join us to put a voice to your concerns, provide mutual support, and discuss potential advocacy.
Tuesday September 26th, 2023
Summit Place, 6737 W. Washington St, West Allis Conference Room 2212
1:00pm-3:00pm
No registration is required but if you would like more information, or just to make us aware of your attendance, please contact:
Lorna Grade at l.grade@lwvmilwaukee.org.
| Let’s Thank Meagan Wolfe!
Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe has been disparaged by election deniers for years, despite the fact that the state’s elections have been well run, accurate and secure. Citing voter distrust of elections administration, the state senate fired Wolfe in a party-line vote on September 14th. The 2020 election results were confirmed by state audits, recounts and multiple lawsuits. The state League is inviting its members to send notes of appreciation and support to Wolfe.
|  | | Start your day with a cup of delicious Colectivo coffee or cocoa from the LWVMC.
You can even enjoy your beverage from an LWV mug featuring Lady Liberty!
Your purchase of LWVMC's custom-labeled coffee and cocoa supports its work and mission to empower voters and defend democracy.
Buy now for yourself and for holiday gifts for friends and family.
Find out more about the selections and order here. | | The LWMVC and the Whitefish Bay Public Library will co-host a Community Conversation on “Freedom to Read: How Librarians Fight Back Against Book Challenges and How the Law Protects Them.”
Whitefish Bay Public Library
5420 N Marlborough Dr., Whitefish Bay
5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. socializing and light refreshments
6 p.m. - 8 p.m. program
| Comité Voto Latino Community Outreach | | LWVMC volunteers Diane Steigerwald Barbara Medina and Linda Reid with Mayor Cavalier Johnson. | | Jonatan Zuniga and his family stopped by to talk with League volunteer Kate Negri. | | | Gorgeous weather and enthusiastic volunteers contributed to a successful and fun community outreach event for the League’s Comite por el Voto Latino/Latinx Voter Outreach team on September 9th at the VIA Silver City event on W. National Avenue between 33rd & 35th St.
Thanks to Maria Avila for the photos! |  | We Are Called to Defend Democracy
What is democracy? Merriam-Webster defines it as government by the people.
Is it more accurate to say government by the people who vote?
And then, two questions come to mind:
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Do all citizens have the right to vote?
- Do all citizens vote who are eligible to vote?
As the League of Women Voters, we address the first question with our advocacy for voting rights. To address the second question, we need to know why people don’t vote.
Reasons from an National Public Radio survey after the 2020 general election include not being registered, feeling their vote wouldn’t have made a difference and being undecided on whom to vote for.
We educate voters about the candidates with VOTE411.org. Can you help spread the word about VOTE411.org?
It is so underutilized! Watch these weekly Updates for ideas about how you can help. |  | Next Meeting: Friday, September 22 at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Community Room of the the East Branch of the Milwaukee Public Library East, 2320 N. Cramer St.
Our September meeting will be a general discussion meeting. We will also decide together on our October book selection.
Please, come one, come all! | | | Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with the Milwaukee Public Library
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. The Milwaukee Public Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage throughout the year, and during Hispanic Heritage Month, it has additional programming and resources. More information can be found here. | League of Women Voters Milwaukee County | 6737 W Washington St, Milwaukee, WI | 414-273-8683 | Support Democracy. Support your League.
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