The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization which encourages the informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
The League of Women Voters does not support or oppose any political candidate or party.
Established in 1920, the League of Women Voters is a highly respected organization that researches issues from many points of view and takes action on issues affecting our families and communities. Our members are men and women who want to make a difference.
| For your community: | • Improving the quality of education
• Monitoring the balance between civil liberties and homeland security
• Working to ensure ALL eligible people can vote
• Encouraging active participation of citizens in government |
| For yourself: | • Increasing camaraderie and community spirit
• Researching issues
• Facilitating community dialogues
• Creating change |
The League is Working for Voters Year-Round: | League members work to register, educate and inform voters on the issues that affect them. Providing quality, nonpartisan voter education remains one of our most important and well-known activities |
See: The LTWVTN Response to the Governor’s Budget Address
The League of Women Voters of Tennessee and the League of Women Voters US submitted comments to the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services RE: Proposed Rule on Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act:Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans CMS-9989-P on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 (PDF available here) More at LWVUS