The Cafe Corazon restaurant group has selected LWVMC as its featured Tú y Yo (You and I) community organization for the month of November.
This means that for every taco plate ordered on each of the four Tuesdays in November, LWVMC will receive a $1.00 donation.
Cafe Corazon has great food, a fun atmosphere, and friendly staff at three locations in Bay View, Riverwest, and Brown Deer. And who doesn’t like tacos?!
This is an easy way to support our League’s activities and to get our name out more across the Milwaukee community. | |
Eloisa Gomez
demonstrating a win-win
at Café Corazón!
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LWVMC GETTING OUT THE VOTE!
Around Town & In The News | Above: published by Neighborhood News Service
Below: In High Schools!
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AND At Day of the Dead - SPOOKY...
| Thank the Poll Workers Who Make Democracy Work!
Wisconsin's thousands of poll workers, led by nearly 2,000 election administrators, work long, hectic days to serve their communities and make sure all eligible voters are able to cast a ballot. Letters of thanks are much appreciated! Find your municipal clerk here. |  | Good Coffee for a Strong Democracy
Congratulations everyone!!! We are half-way there!!!
You have sold 450 bags of coffee toward our goal of 900 bags.
And there is another reason to celebrate……..
Thanks to a generous group of LWVMC members, the challenge match which added $5.00 to the coffee sale revenue for each bag sold in October and extended into the first days of November has added a total of $1000 to the coffee sale revenue!!
Let’s continue to sell coffee to build awareness of our mission! Ask your networks to support your volunteer work with the League by purchasing coffee.
Remember…. Three bags of coffee ship free to a single address anywhere in mainland U.S.
Here is the flyer.
ORDER NOW |
'Tis the season…
LWVUS Protest Safety Guidance
If you plan to participate in a political rally or protest march, know your rights and how to stay safe. If you decide to pull out your cell phone to record events, keep in mind that you have a 1st Amendment right to record law enforcement in public spaces, but only as long as you don't interfere -- and the police make that call.
Read more advice from the national League here. |  |
Volunteers Needed for Post-Election Equipment Audit Observation
The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin is now recruiting volunteers for its Post-Election Equipment Audit Observation Program. The equipment audits happen in the weeks after election day, sometimes with only 24 hours notice, so flexibility is key for this volunteer opportunity.
LWVWI will find out which municipalities, reporting units and contests are chosen for post-election equipment audits on Wednesday, November 6, during a special Wisconsin Elections Commission meeting. LWVWI will provide training, a reporting form to document findings, and other support. Please contact LWVWI Voter Services Coordinator Delany Zimmer with questions at dzimmer@lwvwi.org
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A Tribute to LWV Member Janet Fitch
Join us at First Unitarian Society, 1342 N. Astor, Milwaukee, on Sunday Nov 17 at 10 a.m. for a showing of Janet Fitch’s documentary “Most Dangerous Women” a 35-minute film, and discussion. Meet Janet's historical consultant, LWVMC member Merry Wiesner-Hanks, as we honor Janet’s spirit and commitment to democracy and women changemakers working to create a more just and equitable world.
Strong women were, and often still are, labeled dangerous, yet their resilient persistence continues to be essential in creating positive change. Wyoming was the first governmental territory in the world to recognize women’s right to vote and to hold public office, and whose female elected officials remain powerful voices on the national stage. In the film, contemporary leaders reflect on this early legacy of visible women, as well as their challenges and hopes for the future. | | Are Reproductive Rights a top priority for you?
Do you have a few Social Media accounts?
Want to help educate citizens on abortion healthcare facts?
Help us create a world where all people have full autonomy over their bodies with equitable access to reproductive healthcare regardless of socio-economic status.
| | |  | | Graphic used with permission. www.vecteezy.com
Giving Tuesday Leadership Volunteer Opportunity
While LWVMC has not participated in Giving Tuesday in the past, we should be a part of this movement to raise awareness of our mission and raise money to further our mission to empower voters and defend democracy. Volunteer for this targeted and short-term leadership opportunity to plan and implement a Giving Tuesday strategy. While approval is needed, this is a chance to be creative and scale a project to your available time and expertise. Align the project with our principles of being a grassroots, nonpartisan organization. Contact Mary Voelker at m.voelker@lwvmilwaukee.org to express interest and/or for more information.
|  | New! LWVMC Gift Memberships
Share Your Passion for the League of Women Voters by purchasing a membership for friends or family. They hear you talking about the League, and maybe about your specific work with the League. Now they can find out more about our wonderful organization and opportunities for civic engagement. Purchase gift memberships here.
| Recurring Donations – Give Monthly!
Join our budget friendly monthly giving program to support the League’s mission to empower voters and defend democracy. Whatever the monthly amount, your generosity helps with voter registration drives, educational outreach and advocacy on public policy issues. This past year, the voter services teams had over 300 events during the year!
How do I sign up?
Go to the League website at www.lwvmilwaukee.org and sign-in as a member. Click on the donate button and you will see opportunities to give with the top left being “recurring donations.” Click on “Schedule Donation” and follow the prompts. There is a minimum of $10 per month and you will need a credit card.
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Decide how many times you want the donation made and enter in the box for number of occurrences. E.g. enter 120 to donate monthly for 10 years; Enter 60 to donate monthly for 5 years.
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You may get a pop-up window every month saying you have a payment due. Ignore this, it will pay automatically.
If you have questions, contact Mary Voelker at m.voelker@lwvmilwaukee.org. |  | |
League members are invited to attend the annual Issues Briefing.
- The event is virtual and will include sessions on important public policy issues.
- Thurs, Nov. 14th 6:30 pm - 8pm
- Sat, Nov. 16th, 9:30 am - 11:30am
- Tues, Nov. 19th 6:30 pm - 8pm
Early registration now open. |
Accessing Members-Only Resources on the LWVMC Website
The website contains resources for members-only. Members must be logged in to see this information.
| Support Local Democracy. Support Your League.
Your support is critical to help our nonpartisan grassroots organization reach voters play a critical role in democracy. It would not be possible to empower voters and defend democracy without your support.
Thank you! LWVMC
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