Valuing Diversity

You can read the LWV of the US Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy here. It begins, “LWV is an organization fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice.”  The League works to uphold people’s rights, regardless of their race, age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability Read more

By Margaret Noel, ago

Combatting Injustice

The death of George Floyd has focused attention on the injustice and discrimination African Americans face in our nation. The LWVPDX, along with Leagues around the country, is speaking out against police brutality and racism. For more than 40 years, the Portland League has worked with other organizations to improve Read more

By Margaret Noel, ago

Portland’s Government – An Analysis

Video of LWV Panel Discussion Could Portland’s Government be more effective with a new structure? Click below to watch the video of our panel discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of Portland’s form of government. If you prefer to watch the video on your Tv, here is the cablecast schedule: Read more

By Margaret Noel, ago

New Study of Portland’s Government!

Just Released: Restudy of City government In September 2019, the League of Women Voters of Portland  completed our city government study, “The City that Works: Preparing Portland for the Future.” Portland League members voted to conduct this two-year restudy of city government in May 2017. Members realized that Portland’s voters Read more

By Margaret Noel, ago