Welcome to the League of Women Voters of Portland

The League of Women Voters of Portland is a nonpartisan political organization that promotes informed and active participation in government.  Membership is open to all, men and women, who are interested in learning how the government operates and have a desire to make a difference.

Summer Fun

Go, Granny D! July 14

When: July 14, Sunday 3PM

Where: Eliot Chapel, Unitarian Church, SW 12 & Salmon, Portland

Admission: Suggested donation $5-$20 No one turned away

League of Women Voters of Portland, the Economic Justice Action Group of the Unitarian Church, and the Alliance for Democracy are co-sponsoring a touring show “Go, Granny D!” highlighting the story of Doris “Granny D” Haddock.  "Granny D"  as a 90-year-old in 2000 walked all the way across the U.S. to bring attention to campaign finance reform. Bipartisan in spirit, she was given much credit for passage of the McCain-Feingold reform act. When it was overturned by the Supreme Court Citizens United decision in 2010, she retorted, "Democracy is a running game. You huddle and you go back in. You keep going."  Her memoir, Granny D, from which Barbara Bates Smith adapted the play, was praised by supporters John McCain, Jimmy Carter, and Bill Moyers. 

The play, "Go, Granny D!" based on her memoirs, and inspired by her slogan "You're never too old to raise a little hell!" will be performed by a touring show featuring Barbara Bates Smith in Portland on July 14.

Concerts in the Park

The League will be sponsoring four of Portland's Summer Concerts in the Park:

July 11 Wallace Park, NW 25th and Raleigh >> Ashleigh Flynn, Foot-Stompin' Original Americana  Lead: Anne Davidson

July 24 Willamette Park, SW Macadam & Nebraska St >> Reggie Houston, New Orleans Jazz Sax Legend Lead: Coryn Campbell

August 2 Fernhill Park, 2013 NE 37TH & Ainsworth  >> Toque Libre, Passionate Acoustic Latin Lead: Doris Fong

August 14 Ventura Park, SE 115th Ave & Stark >> Midnight Honey, Harmonious Sister Soul Lead: Julie Chapman

To join us representing the League, registering some voters and having a good time, contact Janine Settlemeyer or the lead for the event(s) that you are interested in!

Komen Race for the Cure September 15

Come join us as the League walks in the Komen Race for the Cure September 15th.  We will not be registering as a team so if you wish to join us, register as an individual at Race for the Cure  and let Kris Hudson know that you will be coming.

Food Interest Group Field Trip

When: Postponed until fall

Where: The Willamette Valley

League members act as the eyes and ears of the public

Because we have studied government policy carefully, we offer effective and knowledgeable input to improve the public decision-making process. We stand for responsible, responsive, efficient and representative government, as well as for protection of the right to vote for every citizen.

When the League speaks, our voice is respected

	Decision-makers know we have done our homework and offer an important and balanced perspective. League members monitor and take action on many public policy issues, including:
	Urban renewal financing Campaign finance reform Land use planning Police oversight Neighborhood associations Affordable housing

The League works to educate citizens

The League of Women Voters is nonpartisan. We do not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Rather, our activities encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government—not only at election time, but all year long.

In Spring 2013 we have: Registered new voters at monthly Naturalization Ceremonies Published an updated Directory of Elected Officials for Multnomah County Produced a nonpartisan Voters' Guide for the May 2013 Special Election Sponsored a candidate forum for Portland Public School Board candidates Organized public meetings on Education in Oregon, Affordable Rental Housing in the Portland Market, and Taxes.