Attend Nationwide “Light for Our Democracy” Gathering in Rockford Tuesday, March 4 at City Hall
Reject the President’s message to Congress. Instead, join your community members at Rockford City Hall for our local Shine for Our Democracy gathering for a night of reflection, solidarity, and action to defend our democracy.
LWVGR Shows Welcome Sign Support at Rockford City Council Meeting
About two dozen League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford members swiftly mobilized to show support at a Rockford City Council meeting for the “Rockford: All People are Welcome” sign at the I-90 and E. State St. entrance. The meeting, held Monday, February 24, 2025 at 5:30 pm, included signage, photos of the discussed sign and 4 proponent speakers. The resolution to affirm the welcome sign was passed 4-0. It will go to a full City Council vote on Monday, March 10, 2025.
LWVGR Candidate Meet & Greet Schedule for April 1 Election
The following consolidated election candidate events are being planned for March. Monday, March 10, evening (tentative date) Belvidere School Board, Mayor + meet and greet at Belvidere North High School. Thursday March 13, 6 – 8 pm Hononegah District School Board, Township, RVC + Candidate meet and greet at Roscoe Township Community Center. Friday March 14, … LWVGR Candidate Meet & Greet Schedule for April 1 Election
We Are…LWVGR!
The League of Women Voters of Rockford, Illinois is a busy community resource!
Understanding the Executive Orders
PFLAG has compiled explainers and resources on the recent executive orders, outlining their potential effects and ways to advocate. Stay informed by visiting PFLAG National’s website.
Take Action: Fight for Women’s Equality
ACTION REQUIRED Contact the White House and ask President Biden to take action on the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) by instructing the US Archivist to certify the 28th Amendment. Here are five things you can do between now and the end of the year. Take the challenge and do all of them before President Biden’s term … Take Action: Fight for Women’s Equality
Thank You Candidates!
The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford wish to show deep appreciation for all candidates for offering to serve their country.
Trump Re-elected
Donald J. Trump was re-elected as the 47th President of the United States of America, November 6, 2024. As of this writing, Mr. Trump received 312 votes in the Electoral College and Vice President Kamala Harris received 226. Mr. Trump has the required Electoral College 270 votes. Through a constitutional process, He will take his … Trump Re-elected
Mental Health 5¢ sales tax retention passed.
October 16, 2024 The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford and the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority sponsored a Candidate Meet & Greet after a panel discussion of the purpose and benefits of the retention of the .05¢ per $100.00 county sales tax. It was passed as a referendum on the November 5, 2024 ballot. … Mental Health 5¢ sales tax retention passed.
Fighting Voter Suppression
We protect every American’s right to vote, challenging those who seek to restrict Black, brown, female, and other voices in our democracy.
How can we recognize mis/disinformation in the media?
Join us on Zoom to discuss the struggle to distinguish fact from fiction with Professor Michael Spikes, an expert in media literacy education.
LWVGR President Sue Theden Explains the Importance of Being an Informed Voter
As more presidential candidates pop up, the League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford shares how to get informed. An interview with Annamarie Shute on WIFR-TV23.
National League Supports “Dreamer” Protection
“The League stands with all Dreamers, and we strongly support legislation to permanently protect DACA recipients while we work toward lasting common-sense fair immigration policies for all.”
Choose Democracy
“It’s a republic, if you can keep it.“— Benjamin Franklin