| An update for League friends and subscribers. | | | | Need (Still) More Information on the Candidates? | The countdown to the general election has begun. You can still vote early until noon on November 4; mailed absentee ballots are due to Election Central also by noon on November 4. And, of course, regular voting will take place on Tuesday, November 5, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Check our home page for election information. If you are still making decisions, candidate stances on the issues can be found by going to:
Surprise! You think you're ready and when you go to vote, there are things to check off that you know nothing about. This year is no exception. In addition to the expected candidates, there is a ratify vote for an Indiana constitutional amendment and also a host of retention choices on justices. Click here for more information. For information on the retention of justices, click here.
Surprise! You go to the polling place you've used for years and find that it has mysteriously moved. Many polling places have changed. Go to Indianavoters portal to check your voting location before heading for the polls. - Ralf Shaw and Monica Clemons | Thank you to everyone who participated in making our 24 tabling events for voter registration from August 20 at IVY Tech to October 4 at IU. These League members and supporters participated, plus probably others who stepped in before we had the chance to record their participation: Gracie Adams, Jenny Bass, Jill and Joe Bryniarski, Shelley Donahue, Teresa Foster, Sally Gaskill, Stella Ham, Kristina Lindborg, Barbara McKinney, Jennifer Miers, Nancy Nye, Ellen Sbarounis, Karen and Rob Stone, Mary Helen Truglia, and Sherril York.
With several co-sponsors, our League presented three events with candidates. Thanks for participating to: Timothy (Tim) Peck, Russell (Russ) Brooksbank, Jody Madeira, Joe Van Deventer, Trent Deckard, David G. Henry, Cheryl Munson, Joe Davis, Michelle Higgs, Thomas Horrocks, and Matt Pierce.
Nancy Goswami stepped up to handle distribution and placement of LWV yard signs. Thanks to the scores of League members and friends who hosted the signs (and we're sure will remember to take them down following the election).
If we missed anyone else who contributed to registering and informing voters, please know your service is appreciated. - Monica Clemons and Ralf Shaw | | October Podcast Features Monroe County Prosecutor | | During the October 2024 edition of Civic Conversations, we welcomed Erika Oliphant of the Monroe County Prosecutor's Office. Prosecutor Oliphant shared how her office determines what cases to prosecute, the role of the prosecutor, and how plea bargains impact what cases are brought to court. She also talked about the current research study on how racial and ethnic biases impact the cases brought to court. Her office works with the NAACP Monroe County Branch on this critical study. - Becky Hill and Jim Allison | | | | Join Us for the League's Winter Gathering on December 3 | | "Save the Date" for the winter League gathering on Tuesday, December 3. The event will take place at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 3800 E. Third St., Bloomington, IN from 6:00-7:30 pm. This is an opportunity for both members and friends to meet, socialize, and learn about what activities are coming up. Not a member? No problem! Anyone interested in the League is welcome. Refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you. Questions? Contact membership@lwv-bmc.org. No need to register for this event...just be there! - Nancy Riggert | |
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