The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. –LWV Mission Statement

About the League

The League of Women Voters, a non partisan political organization, has fought since 1920 to improve our systemsof government and impact public policies through citizen education and advocacy. The League's enduring vitality and resonance comes from its unique decentralized structure.

The League is a grassroots organization, working at the national, state and local levels. There are Leagues in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Hong Kong, in addition to the hundreds of local Leagues nationwide. The League of Women Voters of the United States and the League of Women Voters Education Fund operate at the national level with grassroots support from state and local Leagues.

The League of Women Voters is strictly nonpartisan; it neither supports nor opposes candidates for office at any level of government. At the same time, the League is wholeheartedly political and works to influence policy through advocacy. It is the original grassroots citizen network, directed by the consensus of its members nationwide. The 900 state and local Leagues – comprising a vast grassroots lobby corps that can be mobilized when necessary.

Over time, the League’s legislative priorities change to reflect the needs of society and critical issues of concern. The organization remains true to its basic purpose: to make democracy work for all citizens. The League of Women Voters makes a difference in the lives of citizens because of the energy and passion of thousands of members committed to our principles.

Mount Vernon/Lisbon League Activities

The Mount Vernon/Lisbon League helps with voter registration drives. While we do not endorse or oppose specific candidates, we do hold candidate forums to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn more about candidates running for office. We also hold public meetings to study local, regional, and national issues such as affordable housing, mental health services, and immigration. Forums are also held to inform voters of the ballot issues, and the League may endorse an issue that we have studied and come to consensus on.

To find more about the National League go to their site at http://www.lwv.org .
For information about State League of Iowa go to their website http://www.lwvia.org