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League Policies and Positions Guide All Aspects of Our Work

Policies


OUR WORK IS DIRECTED BY TWO KEY OVERARCHING POLICIES

Nonpartisan Policy: We are non-partisan and never endorse candidates for office or political parties at any level of government, but always work on issues of concern to members and the public. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): We are fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and practice. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the organization’s current and future success in engaging all individuals, households, communities, and policy makers in creating a more perfect democracy.  

Positions


OUR ADVOCACY IS GROUNDED IN POSITIONS

Positions are developed through careful study and discussion and adopted by consensus. Once consensus is reached on a position, this position becomes the basis for future action. Positions are developed at the local, state and national levels and local and state positions and advocacy must be consistent with that of national. More information about how the League selects issues for study and action can be found here.


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THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC POLICY POSITIONS

We adopt policies after rigorous study, discussion, and development of consensus. Our STUDIES page describes these policies.

STUDIES

STATE LEAGUE PUBLIC POLICY POSITIONS

Washington State League positions are reviewed and updated at the LWVWA Convention every two years. Current state League positions are available in the LWVWA Program in Action. 

LWVWA PROGRAM IN ACTION


STATE LOBBY TEAM

Each year, the state League sets priorities for action during the legislative session in Olympia. Team members then follow bills relating to the priorities.  The Legislature has concluded its session in 2024.
 
SUMMARY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

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NATIONAL LEAGUE PUBLIC POLICY POSITIONS

National positions and principles are reviewed and updated every two years. These positions are the basis for action on national legislation and policy-making and may also be used to support local and state action.

IMPACT ON ISSUES 

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