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Date: 10/15/2024
Subject: LWV Bellingham/Whatcom - The Voter, October 2024
From: League of Women Voters Bellingham/Whatcom County


The Voter Oct

Vote No on All Four Washington State Initiatives: LWVBWC Fall Member Meeting
Advocacy and defeating the four state initiatives on the November ballot was the focus of LWVBWC’s 2024 fall member meeting.
 
If you missed it, or want to learn more about these initiatives, visit the Leagues website for more information 

Your Voice-Your Vote
Before you sit down to vote, fix yourself a nice cup of tea and gather your laptop or computer and voter pamphlet so you can read about important choices.

The League has many resources for you when voting this election. Learn more and get informed! 

Charter Review Questions Answered
When you look at your ballot this election, you’ll be asked to vote for three candidates for the Charter Review Commission. What’s that all about? We can help!

LWVBWC volunteers have compiled basic information about the County Charter and the Charter Review Commission.
 
Be an informed voter, learn more today! 

Economics of the Election
Join us at WWU Thursday Oct 24th, 4-5:30pm for a roundtable discussion on the "Economics of the Election," where we will delve into the economic implications of the 2024 presidential candidates' policy positions.

LWVWA Multi-Member Districts Education Presentation
In the face of voter apathy, have some Americans begun to consider the relationship between how their representatives are selected and peoples’ numerous complaints about the government it produces?
 
Join us Saturday, November 9 for a Zoom presentation and Q&A about what multi-member districts are, where and how they are used, and how they could improve representation.

The Art of Community: Voter Engagement
Don't miss the final session of the Bellingham Public Library's three-part The Art of Community series be Tuesday, October 22.

This program will focus on hopes and concerns for the upcoming election process.

Our Own Voice: Two Persons Tell Their Stories of Living with Mental Illness
No I-2124
Catch up on information from the last The Heathcare Issues Team meeting with two NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) volunteers. 
 
The next Healthcare Issues Team meeting is Monday, October 21st. Karen Twedt, Team Leader of the Social Issues Group of the LWVWA Lobby Team, will discuss and answer questions about I-2124. The LWV is urging a No vote. 

Get Out the Vote: October News
The GOTV team has been busy with events: registering voters, talking to voters, answering questions, and training new members who are interested in Voter Services.
Learn more about what volunteers have done in the past month with Voter Services! 

Successful Forum for 42nd District Candidates
Students of Bellingham High School, together with the League of Women Voters, hosted a candidate forum at the High School on October 9 with great success! This was a first for both organizations and the event welcomed eighty-five people, many of them students from Bellingham and other high schools. 

Majority Rules Additional Showings
If you missed it at the Pickford, you'll have more chances to watch Majority Rules: Alaska’s experience with Ranked Choice Voting: 
  • October 16: WWU
  • October 27: Mt. Vernon Lincoln Theatre
Candle
In Memoriam
  • Stoney Bird
  • Anne Knapp
The League of Women Voters is grateful for the important contributions of past members. We extend our sympathies to their families. If you wish to acknowledge the passing of a member, please contact communications@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org. Articles celebrating the life and contributions of past members are also welcome.

Upcoming Events

Don't Miss Coffee & Happy Hour!

  • 10/15 | Forum for Candidates for the 2nd Congressional District | More Info 
  • 10/21 | Tell Me More About I-2124: What Does It Mean for State Long Term Care Insurance?| More Info
  • 10/26 | New Member Orientation | More Info
  • 10/29 | Housing Team Meets with Rose Lathop, Kulshan Community Land Trust | More Info
  • 11/8 | Climate Team Meeting | More Info
Save the Date for FUN December 11 | More Info
we will be gathering at the Squalicum Boathouse to celebrate the election and to thank our elected officials for their service. There will be food and drink and the opportunity for one-on-one conversations with our elected officials and the chance to share the holiday season with fellow League members.  

LWV Book Group
The Persuaders 4
Join us next month to discuss The Persuaders, written by Anand Giridharadas. This book challenges us to build welcoming coalitions with those who may disagree with us on an issue.

Welcome New Members 

The League would like to welcome our newest members:

  • Carol Frisch
  • Meredith Hayes
  • Sam Hellis
  • Deborah Kaneshiro
  • Gabrielle Lund
  • Harold Phillips
  • Vanessa Valentine
  • Lee Willis
  • Candice Wilson 
New members mark your calendars for orientation 10/26 from 10:00 - 11:30 am | More Info

Help the League do Our Work
Become a New Member Mentor!
Think back to when you decided to join the League of Women Voters. If you’re like me, you were looking for a way to help register voters and encourage people to vote. You wanted to meet others who shared your commitment to protecting our democracy. What you learned was that the League is a large organization that’s complex, confusing and sometimes a bit intimidating.

Our goal with the New Member Mentor Program is to try to capture the enthusiasm of our new members, introduce them to the opportunities for involvement and encourage them to participate. In other words, make them feel that joining LWVBWC was a really good decision.  

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LWVBWC thanks The Voter editors, Theresa Kingma and Becca Verda
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