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Bringing a Stronger Electoral System to Chicago
The Chicago Tribune recently published a letter to the editor from LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby promoting a Ranked Choice Voting system for Chicago elections.
Ranked Choice Voting on the Table in Illinois
The Chicago Tribune recently highlighted efforts to implement Ranked Choice Voting systems to Illinois—we’re working to bring RCV to Chicago!
Why the ERA Matters Now More than Ever
The ERA is a moral imperative. By securing its place in the Constitution, we invest in a future where all children can grow up knowing their worth is determined, not by their gender, but by their character, talents and contributions to society
Biden Must Act on Equal Rights Amendment
The women of the United States have been waiting for more than a century to see the Equal Rights Amendment made part of the Constitution. They have waited long enough.
Engaging Students in Elections
There are three important parts to being an informed citizen — paying attention and learning, exercising your right to vote, and holding your government accountable and making sure that democracy is working for all.
League Talks Film Fest with ABC7
LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby appeared on ABC 7 Chicago to speak about this week’s DEMOCRACY AT RISK film festival.
Film Fest Featured in Chicago Tribune
Check out what the Chicago Tribune has to say about our film festival in full page from Sunday, September 15.
League Talks Film Fest on WBEZ Reset
LWV Chicago president Jane Ruby and distinguished attorney Jill Wine-Banks hopped on WBEZ Chicago’s Reset with Sasha-Ann Simmons on to discuss our DEMOCRACY AT RISK film festival.
Jane Ruby on Unapologetically Podcast
LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby recently appeared on the season finale of the Unapologetically podcast. Listen to the inspiring conversation covering everything from navigating political fatigue and the power of local elections to how you can engage friends and family in the democratic process.
Chicagoans Deserve a People-Powered Democracy
We can have a government that represents all of us and supports what our communities need, not what big-money donors and special interests want. LWV Chicago has endorsed Fair Elections Chicago’s campaign for public campaign financing.
Civic Groups Urge Greater Transparency and Public Access from Chicago City Council
The League, working in coalition with other local civic groups, sent a letter to Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members urging that they deliver on their stated commitment to transparency.
League Talks Election with ABC7
LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby appeared on ABC 7 Chicago on to discuss the upcoming election. Watch the interview!
Tribune Letter to the Editor: Close loophole in City Council rules
The City Council should close a loophole that leaves the public in the dark about what is being voted on. Read our Chicago Tribune Letter to the Editor.
Forest Preserve Advocacy on Joan Esposito Radio Show
Leaguer Deborah Halpern joined Joan Esposito for her show on WCPT 820 radio to discuss the upcoming General Election referendum on Cook County Forest Preserve funding. Check it out!
Tribune Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes for Forest Preserves
Voters should support the Forest Preserves referendum on the General Election ballot. Read our Chicago Tribune Letter to the Editor.
Alders Project Featured on Joan Esposito Radio Show
Leaguer Pris Mims joined Joan Esposito for her show on WCPT 820 radio to discuss LWV Chicago’s Zooming with the Alderman project. Check it out!
Sun-Times Op Ed: Bring Back Department of Environment
Chicago deserves a Department of Environment. Read the op-ed by LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby.