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LWVNWMC Presents October Program
Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 10am

Unitarian Universalist Church, 17540 Ave of the Arts, Surprise

In person meeting – Registration not required

Members are encouraged to bring their own lunch for discussion after program.  Drinks provided by NWMC Water Study Team.

• Bring your knowledge and questions about water usage in AZ
• Learn about the Law of the River & groundwater regulation
• Hear examples of unregulated water pumping in AZ
• What is working to conserve water
• Help us prepare information to be used for LWVAZ Advocacy

NWMC BOOK CLUB

Submitted by Bonnie Saunders

Monday, Oct. 16 by Zoom at 3pm

On Sept. 25, several of us had a lively and productive discussion on the book, Lady Justice by Dalia Lithwick.  For our club meeting on Monday, October 16, 2023 on Zoom at 3:00 p.m. we decided to read a novel that is intriguing and at least somewhat upbeat-- Rogue Justice by Stacey Abrams, which is most likely available from the local library.  I have read it and it is another riveting and intricately plotted thriller, in which a blackmailed federal judge, a secret court, and a brazen murder may lead to an unprecedented national crisis.  I'm hoping that many of you will read this novel and come to the meeting to discuss it.

REMINDER: UPCOMING SUPREME COURT CLASS

THE SUPREME COURT: A THREE-WEEK CLASS FOR MEMBERS OF NWMC LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM by Zoom

This class is taught by Bonnie Saunders, PhD and is free and open to all members and their invited friends. Registration required.  Controversial Supreme Court decided cases to be discussed.
REGISTER HERE  

NWMC PROGRAM CALENDAR

Membership meetings will be held on the third Saturday of the month at the UU Church for those who want to mark their calendars now.

2023
October 21--Water

November 18--Education

December 16—Holiday Luncheon

2024

January 20—Legislative Issues & Advocacy

February 17—Healthcare

March 16—Voter/Citizen Rights

April—Annual Meeting

Arizona for Abortion Access, the campaign to protect abortion rights on the ballot in the 2024 election, has kicked off!  Now that the campaign is official, the most important thing is to collect signatures from voters so the abortion rights amendment can appear on the 2024 ballot. The coalition has a big goal – 500,000 signatures by July 3, 2024. All volunteer signature gatherers are required to sign up. 

The League of Women Voters of AZ is supporting this ballot initiative.  Petitions were brought to the NWMC Social on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 by league member, Becky Sayler, and several of us signed it at that time.  Becky suggested we all keep a record of the petitions we sign so we do not duplicate our signature.  Watch for more information in this newsletter and our email blasts.

Link to more information

WHY WORKING THE POLLS MATTERS

Saturday, October 21, 2023, 1pm - 3pm 
Join the League of Women Voters of Arizona and All Voting is Local - Arizona for a conversation with elections administrations about the importance of elections workers & their role in ensuring our elections are safe, secure, and accessible for all Arizonan voters! Featuring:

• Constance Hargrove, Pima County Elections Director
• Eslir Musta, Coconino County Elections Director & Assistant County Manager
• Stan Pierce, Coconino County Training & Outreach

GET INVOLVED WITH LOCAL SCHOOL BOARDS

NEWS FROM LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF UNITED STATES

Dear League Members,

Are you a newer League member eager to bring fresh energy to LWV? We need your voice!  Are you a veteran volunteer with valuable wisdom to inform our transformation? We need your voice!  Are you a member of color who envisions a League that looks more like you? We need your voice!  Are you a young member with ideas for building the League’s future? We need your voice! 

We are building the leadership for our next two years of League, and we need YOU! Please apply to become part of the 2024 – 2026 LWVUS Board or Nominating Committee. 
APPLY TO THE LWVUS BOARD & NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Applications are due by October 27, 2023. 

Does this sound like someone you know? We also welcome your recommendations for candidates! Find information on how to recommend candidates at the button above. 

More information about the roles and application process are available online. You can also watch an informational session featuring LWVUS President Dr. Deborah Turner and former LWVUS Nominating Committee co-chair Judy Golberg here with the passcode: JBe@Mj4D. Their passion for LWV and why national leadership is important will inspire you!  Or, if you have questions, please join our Q&A session on Oct.19 at 5pm ET. We hope to see you there! 

For over 100 years, the League of Women Voters has been a nonpartisan, activist, grassroots, national organization that believes voters should play a critical role in democracy.  Your gift will help support our effective citizen-based advocacy and lobbying efforts at the local, state and national level, including voter services and education, outreach at collaborative nonpartisan events, team meeting activities, speakers and newsletters. 

You do not have to be a member to donate. We appreciate all donations!  The LWV is a non-profit, tax-exempt, 501(c)(4) organization. Contributions, gifts, and dues to the NW Maricopa County LWV are not tax-deductible.  

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