We advocate for or against POLICIES based on our mission and values. This comes from a commitment to issues and strengthening civil institutions—NOT out of allegiance to a political party. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4k7l0BI

Hey Whatcom County! We've got all the info you need to find and contact your elected officials—all in one place. Check out or Directory of Elected Officials for Whatcom County ➡️ bit.ly/47ulKNc

Cada cuarto años, elegimos a un presidente, pero a la mitad de ese mandato hay otra elección que decide mucho más de lo que mucha gente piensa. Se llaman la elecciones de medio término.

Every four years, we elect a president. But half way through that presidency, there’s another election that quietly decides a lot more than people realize. It’s called the midterms election.

1️⃣ Vote in EVERY election. 2️⃣ Stay informed & check your voter registration. 3️⃣ Engage locally (join the League! ➡️https://www.lwv.org/join) 4️⃣ Counter misinformation—share accurate information. If you're not sure of the source, don't share!

In 2025, the Task Force’s Families Subcommittee released a toolkit for families and friends to use if someone they know is missing. The toolkit is available to the public. Learn more about the Task Force's work—or get involved ➡️https://bit.ly/42Mg2mP

May 5 is MMIWP Awareness Day. The LWV recognizes there is an immediate, ongoing, and urgent problem of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People and we recognize the need for Congressional attention to this urgent problem. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4iL3Rw8

In between elections is the PERFECT time to check your registration, make sure your address is up to date, or even to register to vote for the very first time! Register, check your registration, or update your information ➡️ VoteWA.gov May the 4th be with you! (As you visit VoteWA.gov.)

Candidate Filing Week begins on Mon, May 4 at 8 am at county elections offices across the state, but mailed declarations are being accepted now. Declarations of Candidacy and full payment must be received by 5 pm on Fri, May 8. Full news release from WA Secretary of State's Office➡️ bit.ly/4tNgyx0

Congress has already allocated unprecedented levels of funding to immigration enforcement agencies. Public funds should reflect what communities actually need to thrive. Stand with the League to demand that Congress reject any additional funding for ICE and CBP ➡️ www.lwv.org/take-action

“By weakening Section 2 to the point of inoperability, the Court sends a clear message: 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝." This will immediately open the door to racist redistricting." --LWVUS

🚨 TODAY (April 28) is Election Day for voters in Lynden School District 504 🚨 Have you returned your ballot? In-person registration continues until 8 PM at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office.

🫵 Have YOU thought about running for public office? Candidate filing opens on May 4 and ends May 8 at 5 PM. Learn more or find additional information ➡️ linktr.ee/LWVBWC

Voters can STILL register to vote IN-PERSON at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office and vote in the April Special Election. The deadline is 8PM on Election Day (April 28). Voters in Lynden School District 504 have items on the ballot this month.

In March, after two weeks of open debate on the Senate floor, senators left town without passing the SAVE Act, delivering a major defeat for anti-voter lawmakers. We can't let our guards down—but this victory makes clear the power of the American people. This is a win for the freedom to vote.

The Whatcom County Auditor's Office invites all Whatcom County residents to submit their best "I Voted" sticker design. 🟥 DEADLINE = MAY 1 🟥 Enter or learn more ➡️ www.whatcomcounty.us/.../I-Voted-...

Voters in Lynden School District 504 📣 TODAY (April 22) is the date USPS recommends you mail your ballot by to ensure that it is postmarked by Election Day (April 28). Ballot drop boxes open until 8 PM on Election Day ➡️https://bit.ly/47VHEsV

Only voters in Lynden School District 504 have an election on April 28—please note only certain ballot drop boxes are open. Drop boxes are open until 8 pm on Election Day (April 28).

😱 Realizing TODAY is the online registration deadline for the April Election 😱 Check to see if your area is having a special election—and to make sure you're registered! ➡️VoteWa.gov In-person registration continues until 8PM on Election Day at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office.

USPS changes mean ballots may not be postmarked on the same day they are mailed. Only ballots POSTMARKED by Election Day are counted. The USPS recommends ballots be mailed by 4/22 to ensure it is postmarked on time. Use a secure ballot drop box until 8 PM on Election Day➡️https://bit.ly/47VHEsV

📣 Deadline approaching! 📣 Voters in Lynden School District 504, the deadline to register online and still be able to participate in your April Special Election is coming up. The deadline is April 20. (That's Monday!) Are you registered? ➡️ VoteWA.gov

With voting rights under assault across the country, democracy advocates in WA—including members of the LWVWA and other organizations—have reason to celebrate! This session, the Legislature passed, and the governor signed, a suite of bills that offer added protection for WA voters.

It may seem far off, but work for WA's 2027 legislative session will begin soon!

The Governor has signed all three supplemental budgets (operating, capital, and transportation) with partial vetoes in each. Learn more about the budget ➡️ bit.ly/3Q3JAt5

The session ended March 12 sine die, and April 4 was the deadline for the Governor to act on legislation that was voted out of both the Senate and House chambers. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/41kgJTP

Do you know the ESSENTIALS of fact-checking your news and sources? 🤔 Learn more ➡️ www.lwv.org/blog/essenti...

We've heard a lot about mis-and disinformation—but how do we combat it? 🤔 We've got 6 things to remember:

The ✅DOs and ❌DON'Ts of mis-and disinformation on social media.

We hear a lot about Mis- and Disinformation—but, what is it? 🤔 ... and how do we spot it? 🔎 Learn more ➡️ www.lwv.org/blog/your-gu...

Only voters in Lynden School District 504 have an election on April 28—please note only certain ballot drop boxes are open. Drop boxes are open until 8 pm on Election Day (April 28).

📣 Hey, Whatcom! Check to see if you're in the district getting sent a ballot ➡️ VoteWA.gov Special Election Day is on April 28. Are you registered? Make sure! ➡️ VoteWA.gov

📣 Hey, Lynden School District 504! You've got a special election this month! Check to see if you're in the district getting sent a ballot ➡️ VoteWA.gov

The LWV responds to EO on mail-in voting. The Constitution is clear: Election administration is the responsibility of the states, not the executive branch. Read the full statement ➡️https://bit.ly/4s7Doh1 🚨UPDATE: Lawsuit filed by LWV of MA and other voting rights groups in MA. ➡️ bit.ly/4sg9uaH

🏳️‍⚧️ Trans rights are ESSENTIAL to a healthy democracy. 🏳️‍⚧️ We cannot have a healthy democracy unless all members of our community can live freely and access their fundamental rights. Learn more ➡️ www.lwv.org/blog/trans-r...

On Trans Visibility Day, we celebrate and uplift the trans community. We also recognize the discrimination and voting barriers many face—including ID challenges, intimidation, and unequal access. We remain committed because everyone deserves to be seen and have their voices heard, safely and openly.

Hey Whatcom County! We've got all the info you need to find and contact your elected officials—all in one place. Check out or Directory of Elected Officials for Whatcom County ➡️ bit.ly/47ulKNc

How can you make change? Commit to Unite and Rise 8.5 ➡️ www.lwv.org/uniteandrise

🚨TODAY🚨 Learn more ➡️ nokingsbellingham.com

🪧 PROTEST SAFETY 🪧 You have a fundamental right to peacefully gather and protest. Make sure you do so safely ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️

So, you've decided you want to write your representatives ✍️ 💡That's great! We know it can be intimidating though, so we've got some tips for you!

NO KINGS. See you there! 🚫👑 Learn more ➡️ nokingsbellingham.com

How do you figure out how to contact your government anyway? 🤔 You are able to reach out and contact your elected officials at *any* level of government—this includes those found at the city/town level, the county level, the state level, or at the federal level.

Does contacting your reps do anything? 🤔 ⚡YES!⚡ You CAN make a difference by speaking out, doing your homework (i.e., making informed arguments), and using effective communication strategies.

NO KINGS. See you there! 🚫👑 Learn more ➡️ nokingsbellingham.com

Voting isn't the only way to make your voice heard—tell your government what you think directly! 📣 Your voice is your power, tell your government what is important to you or what you think about what it's doing. They're more accessible than you may think. Just a phone call or email away.

We advocate for or against POLICIES based on our mission and values. This comes from a commitment to issues and strengthening civil institutions—NOT out of allegiance to a political party. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4k7l0BI

Call your senators to tell them to vote NO on the SAVE Act and join our initiative Unite&Rise 8.5 to mobilize 8.5 millions Americans — the critical mass needed to this assault on our democracy. Visit lwv.org/uniteandrise to join the movement.😤 This fight needs all of us.

🚨 TODAY🚨 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM Location: Ferndale Public Library Learn more about this event ➡️ bit.ly/4s43UZn

Let’s talk about the SAVE Act and what would happen if passed 🤔🙅🏻‍♀️

📆 Join us on March 21! 📆 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM Location: Ferndale Public Library Learn more about this event ➡️ bit.ly/4s43UZn