Spotting mis/disinformation.

Mis/dis information 

The proliferation of misinformation and disinformation has emerged as a significant threat to our democratic processes and informed decision-making of the electorate.
We make important decisions based on what we hear on social media and in the news.  When we are unable to distinguish between truth and mis/disinformation, it can cause confusion and misunderstandings, leaving a generalized sense that “you can’t believe anything anymore.” 
Mis/disinformation ultimately undermines trust in legitimate information sources, increases polarization in our society, and leads to misinformed decisions.
The League of Women Voters of Illinois has put together a page to help us understand this threat. Go to www.lwvil.org/misdis-info.

voting Rights

Protect the right to vote, oppose voter suppression and increase voters' access to the polls.

voting rights

redistricting and fair maps

Oppose partisan and racial gerrymandering that strips rights away from voters; promote fair districting.

fair maps

electoral college

The League of Women Voters believes that the direct-popular-vote method for electing the President and Vice-President is essential to representative government and that, therefore, the Electoral College should be abolished.  The League has held this position since 1970 and has reaffirmed it several times, most recently in 2020.

electoral college